Jr CAD Design Engineer

Riverside, CA
Full Time
Mid Level
Superform USA is seeking a Junior Design Engineer for its busy Riverside Manufacturing Facility. This position is responsible for developing detailed tool designs, suitable for Superforming and subsequent downstream processing of Aluminum, Magnesium, and Titanium parts, from electronic part definition data through to fully functional engineered CATIAV5 tool designs ready for manufacture.
The Jr. Design Engineer will also be involved in supporting other departments with the need of CAD assistance from quoting to manufacturing work instructions to shop floor blueprints.
NOT A REMOTE POSITION
                                           ***No third-party recruiting firm calls or solicitations***
What you’ll be involved with: 
  • Supporting the incoming new quotes by evaluating customer-supplied 3D data for SPF feasibility
  • Conduct SPF tool design using a combination of Catia V5 CAD software paired with PAMSTAMP finite element software.
  • Work with colleagues in other areas of the business, to build a proactive team environment by assisting in tool proving trials and designing and qualifying assembly and inspection fixtures.
  • Interface with Superform's supplier and vendor base ensuring that tool designs are as manufacturing friendly as possible.
  • Provide support to all internal manufacturing functions to help improve process efficiency and part quality.
  • Read and modify blueprints and specifications applying GD&T practices.
  • Manage incoming digital data from the customers and outgoing data to toolmakers and suppliers.
What we would like you to have:
  • Engineering degree and at least 1 year of relevant work experience. (4 years of experience is preferred in the absence of a degree.)
  • Confident in the use of CATIA V5 Workbenches-Generative Surface Design, Part Design, Assembly Design, Drafting (Two to four years’ experience preferred).
  • Ability to apply understanding of GD&T, Fits and tolerances, and Jigs and fixturing.
  • Ability to problem solve and deal with variables.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
What you will like about us:
  • Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
  • 401k with Company match up to 6%
  • Paid Holidays
  • Paid Vacation (up to 2 weeks in the 1st year)
  • Paid Sick Leave

Additional Information:
  • $28.00 to $34.00 hourly DOE (depending on experience)
  •  Monday thru Thursday 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM and Friday 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM

Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch; and talk or hear.
  • Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
  • The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to twenty-five (25) pounds.
Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to work within an air-conditioned atmosphere with occasional exposure to non-controlled temperatures ranging from 400 to 1100 Fahrenheit.  Occasional exposure to wet and/or humid conditions may also occur.
  • The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.  While in the Manufacturing area, will be exposed to an environment of dust and occasional high noise levels.  Safety equipment will be provided.
We are committed to a safe, drug-free work environment, and pre-employment drug screening, physical, and background checks are required prior to starting.
Luxfer Superform is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, veteran status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, or disability (in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act) with respect to employment opportunities. Women, minorities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. ​
​ This position requires access to our export-controlled commodities, technical data, technology, and services. These items are restricted under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) to U.S. Citizens, Lawful Permanent Residents of the U.S., and properly licensed foreign persons. Therefore, employment is contingent on compliance with ITAR regulations and successfully obtaining and maintaining the necessary export authorization license from the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Bureau of Industry and Security, U.S. Department of State’s Office of Defense Trade Controls, or other applicable government agency.  WE PARTICIPATE IN E-VERIFY
 
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