Designer IV

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 ResponsibilitiesDesigns complete systems which include complex components, tooling, subsystems and concept designs.Produces and modifies complex 3D models/assemblies and details complicated component & assembly drawingsPrepares layouts of complex equipment incorporating new designs or design modifications including engineering calculationsConsistently looks for simplifying designs & assemblies, reducing costs through part design or process improvements, and standardization of componentsReviews dimensional inspection of parts and approves parts for productionManages tasks to ensure successful completion of designsAssists 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 reviewsChecks complex models and prints for proper use of modeling techniques and design standardsEnsures the New Product Development process is being followed at all timesPerforms other duties as assignedJob Skills RequirementsAdvanced visual acuity and design techniques to produce complete and workable 3D layouts for new designsDemonstrated ability to calculate dimensions and specify allowances and tolerances in accord with standard practicesAdvanced skills in math, including trigonometry with an in-depth understanding of geometric dimensioning & tolerancing and gaugingAbility to provide input and assist in planning design timelines and project schedules, and effectively plan work to meet schedules through a system level thought processAdvanced knowledge of the physical properties of materials and property enhancers and the relative cost of materialsDemonstrated understanding of standards and applications in an engineering environmentAbility to own all design aspects of a project and provide leadership to other designersIn-depth knowledge of all applicable manufacturing processes and assembly techniquesStrong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skillsFluent in English and primary language used in area of responsibility and/or locationEducationAssociates Degree in Mechanical Design or related field, or equivalent education and experienceExperience RequirementsMinimum of seven years Mechanical Design experienceExperience 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 RequirementsDomestic 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 veteran's 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.