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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.
Senior Designer Mechanical Level 3
Estimated Annual Salary: $93,000 (mini) $121,000 (mid) $149,000 (max)
All members included in annual cash bonus opportunity and benefits below:
- 401(k) match (4.5%)
- Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%)
- Tuition reimbursement and Training/Professional Development opportunities for all members
- 12 paid holidays, including floating 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
Key Responsibilities:
- Design Development: Creates detailed mechanical designs and specifications using advanced CAD software to meet project requirements and industry standards.
- Project Coordination: Leads small scale design projects, coordinating with cross functional teams to ensure timely and within budget completion.
- Problem Resolution: Identifies and resolves complex mechanical design challenges by applying innovative solutions and technical expertise.
- Technical Mentorship: Provides guidance and support to junior designers, fostering skill development and enhancing team performance.
- Quality Assurance: Conducts thorough reviews and testing of mechanical designs to ensure compliance with quality standards and best practices.
Key Skills:
- Mechanical Design: Expertise in developing detailed mechanical systems and components using advanced CAD software.
- Complex Problem Solving: Ability to address and resolve intricate design challenges through innovative solutions.
- Project Leadership: Skilled in leading design projects, managing timelines, and coordinating resources effectively.
- Technical Documentation: Proficient in creating comprehensive technical drawings and documentation for manufacturing.
- Design Optimization: Competent in optimizing mechanical designs for performance, cost efficiency, and manufacturability.
- Cross Disciplinary Collaboration: Ability to collaborate seamlessly with engineering, manufacturing, and other related teams.
- Industry Standards Knowledge: In-depth understanding of mechanical design standards and best practices within the industry.
- Mentoring: Skilled in guiding and supporting less experienced team members through knowledge sharing and assistance.
- Analytical Thinking: Strong capability to analyze data and information from multiple sources to inform design decisions.
- Effective Communication: Proficient in conveying complex technical information clearly and building consensus among stakeholders.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Successful candidates will either have a Bachelor’s Degree in a related field or 6 years of relevant job experience.
Application window is anticipated to close y 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.
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 and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local laws.