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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.

• 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:

– Advanced Professional

Base Description:

– Completes activities, tasks, and/or projects of a functional nature.

Level Summary:

– Demonstrates proficient and comprehensive knowledge of defined skill areas/applications. Applies knowledge of principles, practices, and procedures of a particular field to decision-making and problem–solving. Works under minimum supervision on varied and sometimes difficult work assignments, conferring with supervisor or subject matter experts on unusual matters. May lead others or a team in completion of complex assignments. Interprets and communicates information clearly, accurately, and persuasively. Researches and tries new approaches when solving difficult or novel problems.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

– Indirect supervisor or mentor for other full–time employees
– May serve as direct supervisor for part–time, student, and/or temporary workers, volunteers, or a full–time employee

Fiscal Responsibilities:

– May validate and pay invoices
– May monitor/track budgets and funding

Problem Solving:

– Encounters generally routine problems with progressively more complex and/or varied problems
– Typically follows recommended course of action and procedures to resolve problems
– May apply specialized knowledge and skills to resolve complex and/or varied problems, with supervisor oversight
– Researches and tries new approaches when solving problems

Independence of Action:

– Works with minimal supervision on more difficult work assignments, conferring with supervisor on unusual matters
– Follows precedents and procedures
– May set priorities and organize work within general guidelines established by supervisor

Communication and Collaboration:

– Communicates internally and externally within working unit and the University
– May communicate with external audiences for business purposes
– Promotes open communication in a manner that builds relationships among team members
– Applies appropriate strategies for managing conflict; negotiate reasonable compromises; propose and evaluate possible solutions
– Interprets and communicates information, ideas and instructions clearly, accurately and persuasively both verbally and in written materials intended for distribution

• Comp Grade – 9
• Minimum – $56,200.00
• MidPoint – $68,800.00
• Maximum – $81,500.00