Designer..II

Designer..II Invacare United States, Ohio, Elyria Jun 03, 2026

Description Essential Functions:

With minimal supervision, perform all the duties of the Designer I position. Provide design leadership through concept, prototype, pre-production and ECN release. Provide sustaining design support to existing & new products. Ability to lead segments of a project from concept development through final release ensuring the overall project schedule and functional requirements are met. Design complex components and assemblies utilizing CAD/Solid Modeling software using SolidWorks with minimal supervision. Perform design tasks incorporating knowledge of equipment capabilities, application techniques and design limitations. Perform Stack-Up Analysis, incorporating mark-ups, checking to ensure Parts match with the Production Intent, communicating with Vendor/Supply Chain. Creating 2D assembly drawings, cross-sectional views, BOM, Notes. Manage PLM System, taking out part numbers, assigning part numbers. Train new hires with SolidWorks CAD. Analyze structures/mechanisms and recommend design improvements utilizing engineering software (ANSYS and SolidWorks Simulation & Motion preferred). Coordinate with internal/external model shops to obtain models/prototypes of designs using, but not limited to, SLA, SLS and LOM and apply knowledge of current technology to discover alternate prototyping techniques. Generate files for various prototyping techniques. Collaborate with multiple departments in troubleshooting and assist in determining desired outcome for new and existing products and tooling. Communication with suppliers to optimize designs for cost and functionality. Work with engineers and marketing staff in dynamic conceptual stages of projects. Create ECN/ECR's, test procedures and requests. Ensure that all product development processes and activities conform to Invacare's quality system. In collaboration with QA/RA and in a pro-active manner, ensure that product development processes and activities meet appropriate domestic and international safety and quality standards. Complete all required training applicable to assigned position. Exhibit positivity, flexibility, creativity, and a willingness to take on new responsibilities as requested or required. Qualifications Two (2) years of college or an Associate's degree in Drafting, Engineering, or Engineering Technologies preferred. Five to seven (5 - 7) years of design experience including design layout, assembly, and detail drawing experience; with a minimum of three (3) years of experience working with Solid Modeling. (SolidWorks preferred). Good knowledge and application of GD&T, Stack-Up Analysis. Working knowledge of PLM System such as SolidWorks Manage, Agile PLM by Oracle. Experience working with an ECR/ECN process and manufacturing BOM systems. Strong understanding of multiple manufacturing processes with the ability to design for manufacture. Proven ability with single and multiple component manufacturing techniques including sheet metal bending, metal stamping, fabrication, extruding, injection molding and blow molding. Successful experience in data file generation for 3D modeling systems. Self-directed regarding project goals with excellent organizational and time management skills. Demonstrated teamwork skills. Effective communication skills. An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer -M/F/Disabled/Vet