Designer IV

Position Description

Leads and works on projects involving complete systems and complex components, tooling or subsystems. Works with the various departments throughout the company to ensure projects meet cost and timeline requirements. Designs complete systems for complex components or tooling, subsystems and concept models. Prepares layouts of complex equipment and systems. Assigns work, trains and mentors/develops lower level Designers and Designer interns/co-ops.

Job Responsibilities

• Designs complete systems which include complex components, tooling, subsystems and concept designs.
• Produces and modifies complex 3D models/assemblies and details complicated component & assembly drawings
• Prepares layouts of complex equipment incorporating new designs or design modifications including engineering calculations
• Consistently looks for simplifying designs & assemblies, reducing costs through part design or process improvements, and standardization of components
• Reviews dimensional inspection of parts and approves parts for production
• Manages tasks to ensure successful completion of designs
• Assists with construction of Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (DFMEA's) and Product Engineering Standards (PES's)
• Acts as the subject matter expert in assigned design area and assigns tasks where appropriate. Conducts technical design and drawing reviews
• Checks complex models and prints for proper use of modeling techniques and design standards
• Ensures the New Product Development process is being followed at all times
• Performs other duties as assigned

Job Skills Requirements

• Advanced visual acuity and design techniques to produce complete and workable 3D layouts for new designs
• Demonstrated ability to calculate dimensions and specify allowances and tolerances in accord with standard practices
• Advanced skills in math, including trigonometry with an in-depth understanding of geometric dimensioning & tolerancing and gauging
• Ability to provide input and assist in planning design timelines and project schedules, and effectively plan work to meet schedules through a system level thought process
• Advanced knowledge of the physical properties of materials and property enhancers and the relative cost of materials
• Demonstrated understanding of standards and applications in an engineering environment
• Ability to own all design aspects of a project and provide leadership to other designers
• In-depth knowledge of all applicable manufacturing processes and assembly techniques
• Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
• Fluent in English and primary language used in area of responsibility and/or location

Education

Associates Degree in Mechanical Design or related field, or equivalent education and experience

Experience Requirements

• Minimum of seven years Mechanical Design experience
• Experience in designing complete systems for complex components or tooling, subsystems and concept models.
• Specific project experience in mentoring and training of lower level designer(s)

Physical & Environmental Requirements

Domestic and/or international travel as required up to 10%

Briggs & Stratton, headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, provides innovative products and diverse power solutions to help people get work done. Briggs & Stratton is the world's largest producer of engines for outdoor power equipment, and is a leading designer, manufacturer and marketer of lithium-ion battery, standby generator, energy storage system, lawn and turf care products through its Briggs & Stratton, Vanguard, Ferris, Billy Goat, and Branco brands. Briggs & Stratton products are designed, manufactured, marketed and serviced in more than 100 countries on six continents.

Briggs & Stratton is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity. The Company conducts all employment practices without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veterans status, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation or any other basis prohibited by law. Briggs & Stratton also undertakes affirmative action to assure equal employment opportunity for minorities and women, for persons with disabilities, and for protected veterans.