Mechanical Designer II/III, New Product Introduction

Woodward is committed to creating a great workplace for all team members. Our company and its members are committed to acting with integrity, being respectful and accountable to one another, and staying humble and driven, while maintaining the highest professional and ethical standards.

We are steadfastly committed to attracting the best talent across our communities creating a rewarding workplace. Together we are fulfilling our purpose to design and deliver energy control solutions our partners count on to power a clean future.

Woodward supports our members' wellbeing and regularly benchmarks with other companies in our industry to offer an extensive Total Reward package for this position. Salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

L2:

Estimated hourly pay: $25.81(minimum) - $32.26(midpoint) - $38.71(maximum)

L3:

Estimated hourly pay: $30.19(minimum) - $37.74(midpoint) - $45.29(maximum)

• All members included in annual cash bonus opportunity

• 401(k) match (4.5%)

• Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%)

• Tuition reimbursement and Training/Professional Development opportunities for all members

• 12 paid holidays

• Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance upon date of hire

• Vacation / Sick Time / Vacation Buy-up / Short Term Disability / Bereavement leave

• Paid parental leave

• Adoption Assistance

• Employee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits

• Member Life & AD&D / Long Term Disability / Member Optional Life

• Member referral bonus

• Spouse / Child Optional Life / Optional AD&D / Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending

• Voluntary benefits, including:

  • Home / Auto Insurance discounts

  • Whole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military Leave

Application window is anticipated to close 30 days from original posting date.

This information is provided in compliance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act and is the company's good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation range and benefits offered for this position. The compensation offered to the successful applicant may vary based on factors including experience, skills, education, location, and other job-related reasons.

Are you ready to make your mark? If you're a Mechanical Designer, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

This position performs diverse and intermediate level design assignments for our New Product Introduction (NPI) team. They will work in an innovative environment where creative design concepts are turned into new products or factory upgrades.

What you will be doing...

L2:

• Ability to understand and apply fundamental Geometric Dimension & Tolerancing or International equivalent at an intermediate level

• Must be able to create 3D models of simpler designs and create complex 2D drawings to acceptable drafting practices

• Must be able to perform entry level linear stackup studies

• Familiarity with manufacturing and assembly processes

L3:

• Advanced level CAD and drafting.

• Ability to understand and apply Geometric Dimension & Tolerancing or International equivalent at an advanced level

• Must be able to 3D model several complex devices and smaller housings

• Must be able to perform intermediate level linear stackup studies

• Solid understanding of manufacturing and assembly processes

What we are looking for...

L2:

• Vocational training, college coursework, a 2-year degree, technical certificate, or relevant experience preferred.

• Less than 2 years of MCAD drafting experience with knowledge of machining, fabrication, and manufacturing required.

• Proficiency in intermediate CAD software, basic computer skills (Outlook, Word, Excel, ERP systems), and general office equipment usage.

• Commitment to quality and professionalism, with potential green belt designation applied to drafting issues.

L3:

• Associate's degree, 2-year technical degree, certificate, or relevant experience required; continuing education related to the position is necessary.

• 5+ years of designer experience or a combination of a bachelor's degree (or international equivalent) and relevant experience required.

• Advanced CAD software skills, computer proficiency (including ERP systems), and commitment to continuous improvement activities.

• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks and manage competing priorities effectively.

This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). All applicants must be U.S. Persons within the meaning of the ITAR and EAR, or eligible to obtain all required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce. The ITAR defines a U.S. Person as a U.S. citizen or national, lawful permanent resident (i.e., 'Green Card holder'), or a protected person (e.g., asylee, or refugee).

Woodward is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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