Designer, Mechanical 

LOCATION: Westminster / Maryland (US-MD), United States | BRAND: Knorr Brake Company | REQUISITION ID: 5606 | JOB GRADE:13  | ON-SITE/REMOTE: Hybrid 

Knorr Brake Company is the innovative leader in the manufacture and supply of braking systems, passenger doors and climate-control equipment for all types of Mass Transit customers such as: METRO, Light Rail Vehicles, High-Speed Trains, Commuter Rail and Monorail Vehicles for the North America market. We’re part of the Knorr-Bremse Group, the global leader in braking technologies. As part of our team, you’ll collaborate with a world of talented and dedicated colleagues whose sense of purpose complements your own. You’ll find rewarding opportunities, diverse experiences, partnerships, and an unwavering commitment to ethics and integrity. Innovation is part of our DNA. Achievement drives our culture. Learn more today at www.KnorrBrake.com!

JOB DESCRIPTION:

This position is responsible for assisting in designing new products and implementing engineering change notices. The designer will work with Engineers and Documentation Control to complete and release 3-D models and drawings. An education in basic drafting standards, procedures, and software including Pro/Engineer, Creo, Windchill, and AutoCAD is necessary for this position.  

Essential Functions:

1. Support engineering design of components and assemblies for mass transit applications
2. Create 3-D models, drawings, and release documentation for components, assemblies, modules, and other safety devices
3. Development of manufacturing drawings, schematics, and wiring diagrams in accordance with applicable standards
4. Generate cost reduction ideas, sketches/drawings and feasibility investigations
5. Perform tolerance stack-up studies and check layouts
6. PDM database entry & Incorporation of Engineering Changes (ECN) to drawings
7. Perform product changes and other duties and responsibilities as assigned
8. Coordinate work with engineers, other designers, technicians, manufacturing, suppliers and customers in the support of existing products
9. Support the development of new products

Competencies:

1. Proficiency in 3D CAD modeling, CAD assembly, and CAD drawing creation tools 
2. Ability to work in a team environment
3. Knowledgeable in GD&T (ASME Y14.5)
4. Stack Up Analysis experience to ensure proper assembly and performance repeatability.
5. Knowledgeable in CAD & Design standards / procedures / CAD data translations
6. Knowledgeable in PDM (Product Data Management) and engineering document control / release processes.
7. Design experience and familiarity with general manufacturing principals; sheet metal design, machining, and material selection. 

8. Self-starter with a strong sense of urgency, creativity, and confidence to achieve quality results quickly and on schedule
9. Strong written and verbal communication skills
10. Detail oriented and organized
11. PC skills (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint required)

8. Self-starter with a strong sense of urgency, creativity, and confidence to achieve quality results quickly and on schedule
9. Strong written and verbal communication skills
10. Detail oriented and organized
11. PC skills (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint required)
12. Value engineering/Value analysis skills & experience is a plus
13. Demonstrated history of project involvement from concept to production
14. Technical Capacity
15. Communication Proficiency
16. Organization Skills
17. Time Management
18. Problem Solving

Software qualifications:

1. Proficient in Creo 8.0 / Windchill and AutoCAD

What does Knorr Brake Company have to offer you?

- Competitive Health Benefits, including Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision and Virtual visits
- Company-paid Basic Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
- Company-paid Short-Term Disability Coverage
- Voluntary life, Disability and other Supplemental coverages
- Identity Theft and Legal Protection benefits
- Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Health Savings Accounts
- Generous 401(k) plan
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Free corporate passes to the Baltimore Zoo and Aquarium
- Free gym membership
- Additional discounts include cellular, auto, theme park & attraction tickets, local restaurants, bank partnerships, etc.
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Paid “KBC Cares” Volunteer Time Off
- 12 company-paid holidays (includes full week between Christmas and New Year’s)
- Monthly employee welfare events and corporate outreach (Crab Feast, Take Your Daughters and Sons to Work Day, Chili Cook-Off, etc.)

Knorr Brake Company LLC is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.