Mechanical Design Engineer Lead

Who We Are At FAST, we build durable, top-quality equipment used by major cargo handlers and airlines across the globe. Our reputation is built on reliability, craftsmanship, and the dedication of our employees. FAST is proud to invest in its people. In addition to competitive pay and very affordable benefits, employees are rewarded through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). FAST contributes20% of annual pay to each eligible employee's ESOP account, allowing employees to share directly in the company's success and long-term growth. Benefits Offered Competitive starting pay Health insurance (medical, dental, vision) effective on your first day Affordable employee and family coverage options Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) with a 20% company contribution 401(k), life insurance, and long-term disability Paid company holidays and PTO that support work life balance Annual safety shoe reimbursement up to $200 Annual company logo clothing/merchandise allowance up to $150 SUMMARY: Upon direction from Manager/Director, shall lead and direct work of others, prepares clear, complete, and accurate detail drawings of parts, weldments, assemblies, and systems. Designing of parts, weldments, assemblies and systems from rough or detailed sketches is performed routinely. Perform standardized calculations of torque, hydraulic pressure, belt speed, sprocket ratios and horsepower. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Balance workload of Building Projects Team. Work closely with Project Managers to ensure scope of project(s) is clear and defined. Ensure projects are completed on time with minimal errors. Routinely review internal processes and suggest / implement improvements as necessary. Ensure project releases are in compliance with customer order requirements. Interpret customer supplied drawings to compile accurate Bill-of-Materials (BOM). Work cross-functionally to release BOM to production floor, free of defects and with minimal intervention or oversite. Generate accurate 2D and 3D layouts of equipment. Participate in and encourage the highest level of quality, efficiency, and professionalism from co-workers. Maintain and ensure continual compliance with customer product specifications. Be the Subject Matter Expert on products within the department. Help in the development of all technical and service publications. Use Computer Aided Design (CAD) software, 2D and 3D as well as Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and PowerPoint). Creates drawings according to current internal, national, international and industry drafting standards. Verify accuracy of drawings; checking dimensions, materials, relationship between parts, and tolerances. Utilizes knowledge of fabrication machines, engineering principles, mathematics, materials, and other physical sciences to create designs and drawings. Design parts or assemblies based on sketches, discussions, or prior designs. Communicate with other departments to validate design and/or drawings. Solve practical problems and deal with a variety of variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Communicate effectively, make presentations, write routine reports, outline instructions, and correspondence. Create charts and spreadsheets to report statistical data. Troubleshoot and validate manufactured product on the production floor. Support and Apply ISO requirements as appropriate. Communicate with vendors and customers as needed. Assist with training of new designers. Build Your Future with FAST We don't just offer a job-we offer a career you can be proud of, ownership in the company, and a supportive team that values what you bring to the table. Join FAST and experience why we're the employer of choice. Apply today!

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