Job Description

Tom Sykes

Talent Acquisition Manager

tom.sykes@royston-group.com

                                                                                                                                                                                                                          Cell: 843.810.0850

DESIGN ENGINEER, JASPER, GA

EXEMPT POSITION, REPORTS TO VP OF ENGINEERING

Are you searching for an organization that has a wealth of growth, tough minded and willing to go the extra mile to be the best! If so, welcome to the new Royston Group, which brings under one umbrella a trio of industry leaders in the outfitting of retail, commercial refrigerators, laboratory environments and in the production of exterior store signage.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES (INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO):

We are seeking a creative, driven design engineer to help us bring our products to new markets, as well as improve our products in the markets in which we currently trade. This position is a make to order/engineer to order position in a fast paced, high volume production, manufacturing environment. Responsibilities include developing designs in support of new and existing products that meet DFM guidelines to customer specific requests and strategic business goals. 

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITY: 

• Design, develop, and test new products and product improvements, including cost reductions, applying knowledge of engineering principles. 
• Employ problem solving skills to resolve issues encountered in product development. 
• Execute projects utilizing CAD software creating 3D models and assemblies and drafts of parts components and assemblies. 
• Set up and conduct tests of complete units and components under operational conditions to evaluate design, focusing on improving performance, overall design, quality and safety. 
• Provide product specifications and Bills of Material.

EDUCATION AND SKILLS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Solid understanding of strength of materials
• Proficient in 3D CAD (Solid Edge and/or Solid Works preferred) 
• Ability to work within a team environment 
• Innovative problem-solving skills
• Strong verbal communication
• Knowledge of NSF, UL, AC/DC power & circuitry, electric motor technology and ergonomics a plus 
• Understanding of lean manufacturing and Six Sigma a plus

OTHER DUTIES

PLEASE NOTE THIS JOB DESCRIPTION IS NOT DESIGNED TO COVER OR CONTAIN A COMPREHENSIVE LISTING OF ACTIVITIES, DUTIES OR RESPONSIBILITIES THAT ARE REQUIRED OF THE EMPLOYEE FOR THIS JOB. DUTIES, RESPONSIBILITIES, AND ACTIVITIES MAY CHANGE AT ANY TIME WITH OR WITHOUT NOTICE.

SALARY IS COMMENSURATE WITH EXPERIENCE.  THIS POSITION IS AVAILABLE NOW!  SUBMIT YOUR RESUME FOR THOROUGH CONSIDERATION.  IF YOU MEET THE CRITERIA ABOVE, YOU WILL BE CONTACTED FOR A CONFIDENTIAL INTERVIEW. 

ALL QUALIFIED APPLICANTS WILL RECEIVE CONSIDERATION FOR EMPLOYMENT AND WILL NOT BE DISCRIMINATED AGAINST BASED ON RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, NATIONAL ORIGIN, AGE, DISABILITY, OR PROTECTED VETERAN STATUS. REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS MAY BE MADE TO ENABLE INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES TO PERFORM THE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS.