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Engineering Designer – Professional (PSU2284)

Additional Levels

Additional levels that exist for this job profile can be seen below.

Job Summary

The Engineering Designer, Support facilitates the development of mechanical, electrical, or Computer Numerical Controlled (CNC) designs, documentation, or programs to support the projects and/or mission of the assigned work unit this position assists in the creation of models, drawings, schematics, and assemblies using the appropriate Computer Aided Design and Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAD/CAM) tools.

Representative Duties

  • Create basic solid models, schematics, printed wiring boards, circuit card assemblies, Computer Numerical Control (CNC) programs, detail drawings, assembly drawings, bills of materials, and other documentation using accepted methods and techniques
  • Support basic research engineering programs utilizing computer aided design, documentation, databases, manufacturing, and/or inspection software tools
  • Assist in the design and packaging of mechanical and electrical components, collaborating with R&D engineers, engineering aides, and senior personnel
  • Assist in material selection, geometric tolerancing and dimensioning analysis, manufacturing and assembly process analysis, and cost-effective design
  • Utilize computer aided design software to create drawing formats, notes, and manufacturing information; ensure work complies with accepted standards
  • Provide work status updates to senior personnel
  • Perform basic department tasks related to classified and unclassified documentation control, copying, filing, and database entry
  • Respond to requests for information from the manufacturing and assembly teams

Level Matrix

Level:
Professional
Base Description:
– Completes activities, tasks, and/or projects of a functional nature.
Level Summary:
– Demonstrates baseline working knowledge of routine work tasks. Follows the standard principles and practices. Acts under direct and frequent supervision using established procedures with detailed instructions. Participates as a team member and actively contributes to completion of team goals. Clearly communicates information.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
– None
Fiscal Responsibilities:
– Typically none
Problem Solving:
– Encounters routine problems
– Follows recommended course of action and procedures to resolve problems
Independence of Action:
– Work is closely monitored by supervisor
– Detailed instructions and procedures are provided
– Applies standard operating procedures with limited guidelines for deviation
Communication and Collaboration:
– Typically communicates internally within working unit
– Collaborates closely with team members
– Clearly communicates information, ideas, or instructions verbally and in writing
Salary Structure
  • Comp Grade – 7
  • Minimum – $46,400.00
  • MidPoint – $56,800.00
  • Maximum – $67,300.00
FLSA Exemption Status
Non-Exempt
Minimum Education
Associate's Degree
Minimum Experience
No prior relevant work experience required
Equivalency
Or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Additional Job Requirements