Design Engineer

Balco, a manufacturer of architectural building products, is growing! We are expanding our team with people who enjoy a fast-paced, teamwork environment and are passionate about working together to meet or exceed customers’ requirements. The Balco Engineering team focuses on Architectural Expansion Joints, Moats and Portals, Fire Barriers, Stair Nosings, Mats and Grids, Trenches, and Photoluminescent products to provide high-quality building solutions.As a member of a fast-paced multi-disciplinary team, the Design Engineer will provide creative and diverse engineering solutions to a variety of engineering problems including seismic activities, building fire and smoke, and egress. We will work together to design, analyze, and prototype new design concepts to provide life-safety products for our customers. This position will have the opportunity to collaborate and engineer solutions to improve our Architectural Expansion Joint and Fire Barrier product lines.PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIESExecute research, design and development projects in accordance with project specifications, timeline, and cost targetsModel products using Solidworks; create assemblies, part drawings, inspection criteria, and other drawings as requiredPerform finite element analysis (FEA) and/or computational fluid dynamics (CFD) using Solidworks SimulationInterface with customers; providing technical support, project support, and custom solutionsInterface with outside vendors; selecting and specifying components, providing technical support, and validating qualityDesign, build, and perform in-house testing mock-ups to validate designsCoordinate and oversee design validation testing with third-party laboratories, including travel when necessaryApply Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFMA) principles by collaborating with production personnel and suppliers to optimize product designsLead product design review meetings, presenting to Balco management and project team membersCreate Engineering Change Orders (ECOs), part specifications, provide technical data, installation instructions, and other information/documents as necessary to implement new products and design changesProvide training to Balco personnel, reps, and customers on new product design and functionProvide technical support, recommendations, and custom solutions to Balco personnel, reps, and customersSupport Balco product showcases through engineering mock-ups, presentations, product demonstrations, and technical expertiseADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIESFoster team-work by interacting with team members and other departments in a positive, solution-oriented manner.Assist the manufacturing facilities as needed in implementing and/or improving manufacturing techniques and safetyAssist the quality department in establishing and maintaining quality standards and troubleshooting product failure claimsResearch new technologies, emerging construction materials and methods, competitors and potential suppliersBe familiar with local education facilities, testing facilities, machine shops and equipment suppliersTravel to test labs and/or job sites to support Balco’s interest as required (~10%)COMPANY WIDE RESPONSIBILITIESSupport and follow Balco, Inc.’s Quality PolicyFollow all applicable Procedures and Work InstructionsInitiate preventative and corrective actions for problems with product or processesDemonstrate company valuesFollow all safety rules and regulations as directed by BalcoAny other assignments, duties or responsibilities as directed by the Supervisor or Executive ManagementQUALIFICATIONSBS in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent fieldArchitectural/Construction industry experience is a plusProficient in MS Office SuiteProficient in Solidworks or similar modeling softwareProficient in Solidworks Simulation or similar FEA softwareStrong work ethic; self-starter, motivated to set and achieve goalsAbility to innovate and develop creative solutions to problemsAbility to manage multiple projects on time and within budgetAbility to present technical information to management, Balco personnel, and customersDesire to communicate with, collaborate with and be a subject matter expert (SME) to the customerStrong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skillsPositive, professional demeanorBENEFITSCompetitive salary $65,000-$75,000 with an annual pay increaseComprehensive health, dental, vision, and life insurance.401(k) with company match on 6%Paid time off, including holidays and vacation.Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) for long-term wealth building.Annual Performance Bonus ProgramEmployee DiscountsTuition ReimbursementPaid Parental LeaveHSA ContributionsEAP ProgramReferral BonusFlexible schedule: Work a 40-hour week with a Monday–Thursday schedule of 9 hours per day and a 4-hour Friday.