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YKK AP America Inc. Position Summary
The purpose of this position is to provide engineering support for all aspects of the product development process with specific focus on designing, drafting and laboratory product testing. Essential Functions And Key Responsibilities Utilize AutoCAD software to create 2D/3D window/door drawings on the computer. Implement basic product developments and maintain and update drawing on a regular basis. Prepare final drawings that incorporate dimensional checking, required materials, parts relationship, and visualization of entire project. Utilizes knowledge of equipment and fabrication processes to assist in creating advanced level drawings. Prepares and driver charts for representation of statistical data. Research and analysis of the competitor products based on Design Operation manager and Design Engineer advise. Work closely with Marketing, Sales, Engineering and Manufacturing to define the scope of product targets in the implementation of the projects. Coordinate and participate in installing unit or system to be tested in test fixtures, connecting valves, pumps, hydraulic, mechanical, or electrical controls, cabling, tubing, power source, and indicating instruments. Confer with engineering personnel to resolve the problems relating to product design, fabrication, and specifications, and to review test plans such as types and cycles of tests, conditions under which tests are to be conducted, and duration of tests. Monitor controls and instruments and record test data for engineer's use. Fabricates precision parts for test apparatus or interpret specifications for workers fabricating parts. Activates controls to apply electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, or mechanical power and subject test item to successive steps in test cycle. Examines parts for conformance with dimensional specifications.
Qualifications And Skill Requirements
Bachelor's degree in engineering required. 5 years in Framing Application Engineering highly preferred. A highly motivated, team player that is willing to learn and develop knowledge and skills. Ability to review, interpret and explain curtain wall, storefront, or related facade shop drawing, architectural and structural drawings is preferred. Experience with 3D Auto CAD software skill and fabrication drawings background is preferred. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization. Travel requirement: 25% Be vigilant about safety. Quality - conscious, oriented to excellence.
Recruiter Contact
ASHLEY LITTLE ASHLEYLITTLE@YKKAP.COM YKK AP America Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an inclusive workforce. YKK AP America Inc. will not discriminate or retaliate against applicants who inquire about, disclose, or discuss their compensation or that of other applicants. YKK AP America Inc. participates in the E?Verify program as required by law. Learn more about the E?Verify program. YKK AP America Inc. is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants with physical or mental disabilities. Applicants with a disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process can follow the process outlined below when applying for a position: Provide your name and contact information to YKK AP America Inc.s Accommodations team at accommodationrequest@ykkap.com. Your request will be responded to as soon as possible. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case?by?case basis in compliance with federal and state law. Employment with YKK AP America Inc. is conditioned upon successfully completing a criminal background check, and a negative drug test for the presence of illegal drugs post?offer, consistent with state and federal law. For candidates applying for positions in the state of California, YKK AP America Inc. will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act, San Diego County Fair Chance Ordinance, San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or federal law as required. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a criminal background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a criminal background check, if YKK AP America Inc. is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. #J-18808-Ljbffr
APPLICATION ENGINEER
role at
YKK AP America Inc. Position Summary
The purpose of this position is to provide engineering support for all aspects of the product development process with specific focus on designing, drafting and laboratory product testing. Essential Functions And Key Responsibilities Utilize AutoCAD software to create 2D/3D window/door drawings on the computer. Implement basic product developments and maintain and update drawing on a regular basis. Prepare final drawings that incorporate dimensional checking, required materials, parts relationship, and visualization of entire project. Utilizes knowledge of equipment and fabrication processes to assist in creating advanced level drawings. Prepares and driver charts for representation of statistical data. Research and analysis of the competitor products based on Design Operation manager and Design Engineer advise. Work closely with Marketing, Sales, Engineering and Manufacturing to define the scope of product targets in the implementation of the projects. Coordinate and participate in installing unit or system to be tested in test fixtures, connecting valves, pumps, hydraulic, mechanical, or electrical controls, cabling, tubing, power source, and indicating instruments. Confer with engineering personnel to resolve the problems relating to product design, fabrication, and specifications, and to review test plans such as types and cycles of tests, conditions under which tests are to be conducted, and duration of tests. Monitor controls and instruments and record test data for engineer's use. Fabricates precision parts for test apparatus or interpret specifications for workers fabricating parts. Activates controls to apply electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, or mechanical power and subject test item to successive steps in test cycle. Examines parts for conformance with dimensional specifications.
Qualifications And Skill Requirements
Bachelor's degree in engineering required. 5 years in Framing Application Engineering highly preferred. A highly motivated, team player that is willing to learn and develop knowledge and skills. Ability to review, interpret and explain curtain wall, storefront, or related facade shop drawing, architectural and structural drawings is preferred. Experience with 3D Auto CAD software skill and fabrication drawings background is preferred. Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization. Travel requirement: 25% Be vigilant about safety. Quality - conscious, oriented to excellence.
Recruiter Contact
ASHLEY LITTLE ASHLEYLITTLE@YKKAP.COM YKK AP America Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an inclusive workforce. YKK AP America Inc. will not discriminate or retaliate against applicants who inquire about, disclose, or discuss their compensation or that of other applicants. YKK AP America Inc. participates in the E?Verify program as required by law. Learn more about the E?Verify program. YKK AP America Inc. is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants with physical or mental disabilities. Applicants with a disability who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process can follow the process outlined below when applying for a position: Provide your name and contact information to YKK AP America Inc.s Accommodations team at accommodationrequest@ykkap.com. Your request will be responded to as soon as possible. Reasonable accommodations will be determined on a case?by?case basis in compliance with federal and state law. Employment with YKK AP America Inc. is conditioned upon successfully completing a criminal background check, and a negative drug test for the presence of illegal drugs post?offer, consistent with state and federal law. For candidates applying for positions in the state of California, YKK AP America Inc. will consider qualified applicants with a criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act, San Diego County Fair Chance Ordinance, San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and any other state or federal law as required. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a criminal background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a criminal background check, if YKK AP America Inc. is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. #J-18808-Ljbffr