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Designer

Aprilaire

The Role

Overview

Develop CAD designs, model parts/products, document, and support vendor/production processes.

Key Responsibilities

  • cad modeling
  • design analysis
  • tolerance calc
  • bom prep
  • prototype prep
  • concept design

Tasks

-Performing engineering analysis to select optimum design. -Performing tolerance stackup calculations. -Working with purchasing department for vendor qualification and selection. -Preparing bills of materials. -Preparing prototypes for testing. -Working with vendors to develop specifications and obtaining quotations for cost estimates. -CAD modeling of parts, assemblies, and products. -Develop design concepts that address the specific needs of the product including reliability and durability, conformance to standards, manufacturability, and aesthetics. -Documentation of designs.

Requirements

  • windchill
  • solidworks
  • 2d cad
  • technical degree
  • hvac
  • sheet metal

What You Bring

-Adherence to processes and procedures for management of CAD data and project documentation. -Analytical skills (means, standard deviations, power, and sampling); basic electrical household wiring knowledge; and an understanding of sheet metal and plastic part and tooling design. -Understanding of a variety of manufacturing methods and processes including sheet metal fabrication and injection molded plastics. -Two-year technical degree in related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience. -Adherence to Quality Management System. -Experience with a PLM system (Windchill strongly desired.) -Over 2 years of experience in 2D CAD design and drafting. -Knowledge of HVAC systems and equipment. -Strong organizational skills. -Understanding of prototyping and 3D printing process and techniques. -Ability to operate, Excel, Word, and Power Point. -Strong written and verbal communication skills. -Ability to read and generate specifications and drawings including physical, operational, reliability, and performance; the ability to prepare creative multiple solutions to problems presented. -3+ years of experience solid modeling experience using either Pro-Engineer or Solidworks

The Company

About Aprilaire

-Pioneered the first whole-home residential humidifier and evolved into a trusted IAQ innovator. -Integrated product family includes humidifiers, dehumidifiers, air purifiers, UVC sanitizers, radon mitigation, and smart controls. -Invested in two new facilities and scaled workforce to meet increased demand for healthier homes during the pandemic. -Serve homeowners through a nationwide network of certified HVAC professionals, delivering tailored healthy-air ecosystems. -Healthy Air System integrates humidity, purification, ventilation, radon reduction, and zoning into one cohesive solution.

Sector Specialisms

Residential

Multifamily Dwellings

Apartments

New Construction

Indoor Air Quality

HVAC

Healthy Air Solutions

Home Ventilation

Humidity Control

Air Purification

Radon Mitigation

Dehumidification

Commercial