Job Description

1. New Product Development

• Lead mechanical design from concept through production release.
• Develop complete and accurate 3D models, drawings, and Bills of Materials (BOMs).
• Perform required engineering analyses and participate in structured design reviews.
• Support prototype builds, testing, and validation.

2. Existing Product Redesign & Continuous Improvement

• Execute cost-reduction and value-engineering initiatives.
• Improve reliability, manufacturability, and serviceability of existing products.
• Process Engineering Change Notice (ECNs) in accordance with change control procedures.
• Support root cause analysis and corrective actions.

3. PDM (Product Data Management)

• Maintain accurate CAD models, drawings, and revision history.
• Ensure proper file structure, naming conventions, and version control.
• Release documentation through formal workflows.
• Maintain complete and accurate BOM structures.

4. ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning)

• Ensure BOMs transferred to ERP are accurate and aligned with released drawings.
• Support part number creation and configuration accuracy.
• Collaborate with Supply Chain and Operations to resolve BOM discrepancies.
• Ensure engineering changes are properly reflected in ERP before production implementation.

5. Engineering Quality & Compliance

• Ensure designs meet performance requirements and applicable standards.
• Apply GD&T and engineering best practices consistently.
• Maintain full compliance with internal design control procedures.

6. Design for Manufacturing & Assembly (DFM/DFA)

• Proactively design for efficient manufacturing, assembly, and serviceability.
• Engage Manufacturing early to validate feasibility and reduce downstream issues.
• Minimize custom components when standard solutions are viable.

7. Risk Management

• Identify technical risks early in the design cycle.
• Conduct DFMEA or structured risk reviews where appropriate.
• Propose mitigation plans before issues impact schedule or cost.

8. Product Lifecycle Support

• Support production ramp-up and pilot builds.
• Provide technical assistance for field issues when required.
• Maintain long-term product documentation integrity.

1. Continuous Improvement & Initiative

• Identify opportunities for design standardization and modularity.
•  Improve internal engineering processes where inefficiencies are observed.
• Stay current on relevant materials, manufacturing methods, and tools.

10. Professional Conduct & Ownership

• Take responsibility for design outcomes, both positive and negative.
• Communicate clearly and professionally across functions.
• Manage time and priorities without constant oversight.
• Equal Opportunity Employer/Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled
  Global Power Components is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Global Power Components is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.