Summary/ObjectiveThe Mechanical Designer position plans and designs the automotive assembly line equipment for “General Assembly Tooling”.Essential FunctionsDesigns custom fixtures and complex tooling systems for general assemblyDesigns 2D and 3D models using NXDevelop Bill of Materials (BOMs) for manufacturing processesPerforms engineering assignments with clear and specified objectives and involves conventional types of plans and specificationsDesigning and implementing cost-effective equipment modificationsMaking sure a product can be made reliably and will perform consistently in specified operating environmentsManaging projects using engineering principles and techniquesPlanning and designing new production processesProducing details of specifications and outline designsUsing research, analytical, conceptual, and planning skills, particularly mathematical modeling and computer-aided designConsider the implications of issues such as cost, safety and time constraints in your design.Support all quality systems requirementsMinimum Education RequirementsHigh School diploma or equivalentMinimum Experience Required5-8 years of General Assembly Tooling design experienceOther RequirementsSkilled in Unigraphics NX. (Experience in ACAD 2D, ACAD 3D and inventor beneficial)Experienced in GM General Assembly Tooling specifications and Data Banking requirements preferredExperience must include background in detailing and layout design before release to the shop floorWilling to work in office and interface with shop floor as requiredAbility to perform assigned duties under frequent time pressures in an interruptive environmentKnowledge of machines and toolsExperience with customer interactionGood verbal and written communications skillsAbility to conceptualize new designs then follow through to completion, specify fabrication materials, specify machining requirements and welding requirementsMicrosoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)Up to 5% of travel may be required