What are the responsibilities and job description for the Mechanical Designer II position at Phoenix Contact USA?
Job Summary
This intermediate-level role contributes to the design and development of mechanical systems and components, requiring the ability to effectively leverage CAD tools, collaborate within and across departments, and demonstrate a strong understanding of manufacturing principles. The role supports both new product development and continuous improvement initiatives, contributing to innovation and operational excellence. The Designer II level represents the second level within the Designer career path.
Responsibilities
Phoenix Contact offers a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401k matching, and a generous time off package. There are also a wide variety of additional benefits available including 16 weeks fully paid maternity leave & 10 weeks fully paid paternity leave, life insurance, short & long-term disability, on-site gym access, health & wellbeing center, on-site café, walking trails, tuition assistance, and more!
Phoenix Contact is committed to the diversity of our employees. We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran status, and family medical or genetic information.
If you need special accommodations to access job openings or to apply for a job, please call 717-944-1300 x3490 between the hours of 8 AM and 5 PM, Eastern Standard Time, Monday – Friday or email HR@phoenixcontact.com.
Notice to Staffing Agencies, Placement Services, and Professional Recruiters:
Phoenix Contact has an internal Staffing Department. Recruiters are hereby specifically directed NOT to contact Phoenix Contact employees directly in an attempt to present candidates. Phoenix Contact will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Phoenix Contact, including unsolicited resumes sent to a Phoenix Contact mailing address, fax machine or email address, directly to Phoenix Contact employees, or to Phoenix Contact's resume database will be considered Phoenix Contact property. Phoenix Contact will NOT pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. Phoenix Contact will consider any candidate for whom a Recruiter has submitted an unsolicited resume to have been referred by the Recruiter free of any charges or fees. Phoenix Contact will not pay a fee to any Recruiter that does not have a signed Phoenix Contact contract in place specific to the position for which the resume was submitted. Recruiting vendor agreements will only be valid if in writing and signed by Phoenix Contact's Director of Organization Development and Talent Acquisition or his or her designee. No other Phoenix Contact employee is authorized to bind Phoenix Contact to any agreement regarding the placement of candidates by Recruiters. By submitting a candidate to Phoenix Contact, recruiters agree to be bound and comply with this policy.
This intermediate-level role contributes to the design and development of mechanical systems and components, requiring the ability to effectively leverage CAD tools, collaborate within and across departments, and demonstrate a strong understanding of manufacturing principles. The role supports both new product development and continuous improvement initiatives, contributing to innovation and operational excellence. The Designer II level represents the second level within the Designer career path.
Responsibilities
- Provides CAD and technical support for existing product designs and variants
- Contributes to cross-functional projects, including collaborating on new product development requests
- Identifies and integrates second-source or replacement mechanical components
- Updates and maintains technical data in ERP and PLM systems
- Performs root cause analyses and generates technical reports
- Interfaces with customers to gather and fulfill product requirements
- Coordinates with approved vendors, Strategic Purchasing, and Production for pricing and lead-time information
- Assists senior personnel and managers in interpreting QA inspection data
- Responds to manufacturing inquiries and provides technical guidance
- Supports manufacturing in developing new processes and techniques
- Creates and maintains 3D models, 2D drawings, and BOMs using Autodesk Inventor
- Participates in design reviews
- Supports team-level compliance with DFMA principles and industry standards
- Contributes to process improvements.
- Performs other duties as assigned by the Manager
- Associate Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related technical field
- 2 – 5 years of relevant experience preferred, including mechanical design experience
- Proficiency in Autodesk Inventor and ERP systems
- Strong understanding of DFMA principles and design optimization
- Knowledge of mechanical systems including hydraulics, pneumatics, and electrical integration
- Demonstrated ability to skillfully work with 3D solid modeling and 2D drawing creation
- Knowledge of BOM management and ERP integration
- Experience in performing mechanical calculations and FEA analysis
- Knowledge of manufacturing techniques and industry standards
- Experience in Design and Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (DFMEA)
- Demonstrated electrical knowledge
- Strong communication, documentation, and problem-solving skills
- Must be able to travel by air
- Occasional overseas travel for extended periods required
- Occasional Domestic Travel required
- Must be able to sit for extended periods of time
- Must be able to communicate effectively in English
- Must be able to lift 25 lbs.
- Regular and on-time attendance
- This is a hybrid position requiring at least three days in the office, unless otherwise specified
Phoenix Contact offers a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401k matching, and a generous time off package. There are also a wide variety of additional benefits available including 16 weeks fully paid maternity leave & 10 weeks fully paid paternity leave, life insurance, short & long-term disability, on-site gym access, health & wellbeing center, on-site café, walking trails, tuition assistance, and more!
Phoenix Contact is committed to the diversity of our employees. We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, veteran status, and family medical or genetic information.
If you need special accommodations to access job openings or to apply for a job, please call 717-944-1300 x3490 between the hours of 8 AM and 5 PM, Eastern Standard Time, Monday – Friday or email HR@phoenixcontact.com.
Notice to Staffing Agencies, Placement Services, and Professional Recruiters:
Phoenix Contact has an internal Staffing Department. Recruiters are hereby specifically directed NOT to contact Phoenix Contact employees directly in an attempt to present candidates. Phoenix Contact will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Phoenix Contact, including unsolicited resumes sent to a Phoenix Contact mailing address, fax machine or email address, directly to Phoenix Contact employees, or to Phoenix Contact's resume database will be considered Phoenix Contact property. Phoenix Contact will NOT pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. Phoenix Contact will consider any candidate for whom a Recruiter has submitted an unsolicited resume to have been referred by the Recruiter free of any charges or fees. Phoenix Contact will not pay a fee to any Recruiter that does not have a signed Phoenix Contact contract in place specific to the position for which the resume was submitted. Recruiting vendor agreements will only be valid if in writing and signed by Phoenix Contact's Director of Organization Development and Talent Acquisition or his or her designee. No other Phoenix Contact employee is authorized to bind Phoenix Contact to any agreement regarding the placement of candidates by Recruiters. By submitting a candidate to Phoenix Contact, recruiters agree to be bound and comply with this policy.