Product Designer

Description

• Utilize production drawing and mockup reports to track productivity, analyze delays, evaluate, and resolve potential obstacles to completion of tasks.
• Collaborate with Engineering and Manufacturing teams to evaluate product prototypes and the feasibility of production; initiate prototypes or mockups and test as needed for new products or custom/complex projects
• Communicate with Engineering and Manufacturing teams to identify the root cause of design/fabrication issues and propose solutions.
• Serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for all Project Managers.
• Work cross-functionally with Sales, R&D, product management, manufacturing, and Quality to develop processes for new products and improve processes for existing products.
• Create detailed production drawings with clear standards and protocols with 3-D models
• Thoroughly review and QC production drawings and provide feedback to the production design team and Management as needed to ensure successful deliverables.
• Prepare and check high-level production drawings for fabrication (internal and external vendors) with detailed component and assembly drawings.
• Develop detailed designs using Solid Works with minimum supervision

Requirements

The Production Designer II utilizes both 2D and 3D design tools in our Norcross, GA facility. This role translates architectural intent—guided by shop drawings or PreCon design development—into detailed drawings and Bills of Materials that accurately represent specified products and systems for manufacturing.

• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and materials.
• Be knowledgeable of the manufacturing department manuals and training material for the production drawing team.
• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture or related college degree
• Must have good communication skills with a variety of cross-functional team members
• Demonstrate strong business acumen by understanding the industry, monitoring competition, and participating in trade organizations such as CISCA.
• Understanding of production drawings, e.g., standards, tolerances, machine capabilities, etc.
• Ability to read construction drawings and perform takeoffs
• Proficient in creating and maintaining component and drawing libraries
• 3+ years of proven experience managing complex projects in a manufacturing or construction environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite software and possess working knowledge of databases
• Strong background in metal fabrication processes (punching, bending, assembly)
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Proficiency in 2D and 3D design tools and software (Solidworks / Inventor / Rhino / Autocad)

Benefits

• PerkSpot: Our exclusive one-stop online discount marketplace
• Excellent healthcare options: Medical, vision, prescription & dental
• Financial Security: Competitive 401(k), Company-funded Retirement Accumulation Plan and Employee Stock Purchase Program (PEG)
• Pet Insurance options: Insurance plan & prescription discount program for your furry friends
• Family Focus & Balance: Parental leave, paid time-off and Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Recognition Programs
• Tuition Reimbursement: Continuing education for every season of your career
• LiveWell: Rewarding you for living a healthy lifestyle

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance