Associate Systems Designer

About Pierce, an Oshkosh company

At Pierce Manufacturing, we build trucks that protect people and communities around the world. To our team, there is no room for anything less than providing the absolute best. Since 1913, building truck bodies on Model T Ford chassis in an old converted church has evolved to creating highly customized, carefully designed and engineering pumpers, aerials, tankers and rescue units that have no equal. Today, you'll find more than 30,000 Pierce apparatuses on the road that are making a difference in people's lives, every day. To us, every step in the process of building our trucks is personal. From innovation and expertise, to the customization and service. Our trucks are designed to perform under the toughest conditions.

Associate Systems Designer

We have multiple openings for Associate Systems Designers to support Front Body, Rear Body and Plumbing.

The Associate Systems Designer will support engineers with drawing layouts by utilizing computer-aided drafting software. This role will also be responsible for creating new and modified components and Bill of Materials (BOM) in accordance to the Oshkosh standards.

These positions will be required to be onsite at our Pierce Manufacturing facility in Bradenton, Florida.

YOUR IMPACT:

These duties are not meant to be all-inclusive and other duties may be assigned.

• Update current drawings per markups based on direction from engineering; re-master CAD drawings to current format.
• Use computer-aided drafting systems to create 3D and 2D layouts of parts and small assemblies.
• Self-check own work to ensure accuracy and organization, dimension and tolerance convention, and conformance with established CAD specifications and standards.
• Prepare and create Change Notice (CN) documents based on BOM and design layouts for appropriate date entry.
• Utilize ERP systems to create part numbers following the proper naming process and data entry requirements.
• Create and review BOM following engineering procedures.
• Provide technical assistance for prototype, pilot, and production support; provide assistance when needed.
• Analyze and resolve issues reported to Engineering via verbal and written communication.
• Review technical documents, sales proposals, and data.
• Prepare reports and presentations.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:   

• Associate degree or equivalent* with four (4) years of experience in drafting/design.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Associate degree or equivalent* with five (5) years of experience in drafting/design.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to adapt to a fast pace environment.
• Detail oriented.
• Capable of using standard Windows Office tools including SharePoint, email, and CAD tools.
• Experience with a high-level CAD system. CATIA V5 preferred.
• Familiarity with a manufacturing environment.
• Mechanical knowledge of automotive or heavy-vehicle equipment and related systems.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Physical Demands: Frequent Sitting, Visual, Typing, Fine Dexterity, Manual Dexterity, Upper Extremity Repetitive Motion; Occasional Hearing, Talking; Seldom Standing, Walking/Running, Bending/Kneeling.

*Note: equivalent equates approximately four (4) years of on the job experience to one (1) year of formal education.

With a career at Pierce Manufacturing, you can expect:

• People First Culture

• Competitive Pay

• Comprehensive Benefits Package Effective day 1 of hire

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability benefits, 401k plan with Company Match, Tuition Reimbursement, Paid Time Off (PTO) program, Stock Purchase Program, Discount Programs (Hotels, Travel, Entertainment, Gym Membership and so much more)

• Job Stability

• Opportunities for Career Growth

• Customer Focus

• Culture for Fostering Teamwork

• Respected Leaders

Pay Range:

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