Mechanical Designer

Wenger Corporation is a privately held, leading manufacturer of high-quality music education, performing arts and athletic products. As an innovator, Wenger Corporation knows that great ideas can come from the fresh perspective of a new employee. So we embrace the unique skills and expertise you bring to the table. We skip the micro-management and bureaucracy found in many organizations, and we create an environment of trust and autonomy that gives you the freedom to make decisions, use your talents and make your mark. A company that lets you do what you do best and gives you the freedom to get even better. That’s Wenger Corporation.

This is a structured hybrid position which requires working in our Owatonna, MN facility: Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Tuesdays and Fridays are home office workdays. Therefore, candidates must reside within reasonable drivable distance to the facility.

Our Designers provide the technical capability with creativity and team leadership to complete or assist in the completion of assigned projects from concept to the customer.

At a minimum you’ll need:

• Two-year (2) technical college degree in Mechanical Drafting or related field
• Five (5) years of related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Proficiency in SolidWorks and AutoCAD
• Experience with Microsoft Office applications and ERP/MRP software
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude with the ability to perform basic mathematical calculations and use of measuring instruments
• Proven ability to conceptualize, formulate design possibilities and coordinate development by the project team under time and financial constraints

Itd be great if you also have:

• Commitment to effective project leadership, coordination and evaluation, with recommendations for changes required to improve overall results
• Familiarity with Project Management techniques and tools; Engineering data management system experience preferred
• Understanding of drafting techniques and familiarity with engineering technology
• Knowledge of the basic materials and processes used in industry with emphasis on new technology developments

As a Designer, a typical day might include:

• Creating models and layouts of new components and assemblies.
• Creating detailed drawings of designs, revising production drawings, making final drawings for manufacturing, checking dimensions of parts, material to be used, bill materials, and tolerance analysis.
• Preparing engineering change notices and informing concerned departments regarding new and revised prints.
• Leading or assisting in developing detailed customer requirements and product functional requirements in collaboration with the Product Manager and Design Engineering.
• Generating and developing effective ideas for new products, product improvements, and cost reductions in order to provide the best possible product for our customers.
• Conducting accelerated product life cycle tests and evaluating field testing and potential misuse of all products to provide a long and safe service life for the end user.
• Preparing recommendations with supporting logic for product changes that will improve sales potential and/or reduce cost.

Benefit offerings include:

• Paid Time Off
• 9 Paid Holidays
• Generous Profit Sharing
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Spending Accounts HSA, FSA, DCFSA
• Company Paid Short-term and Long-term Disability Insurance
• 401k Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program

Put your passion to work in an exciting, rewarding industry that inspires innovation today!

Wenger Corporation is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer

All Qualified Applicants are Encouraged to Apply