UGSI Chemical Feed, Inc.: Mechanical Designer – Vineland, NJ or North Wales, PA

Background

UGSI Chemical Feed, Inc. (the “Company”) is a wholly-owned subsidiary of UGSI Solutions, Inc., a global provider of on-site hypochlorite generation equipment, polymer activation systems, chemical feed systems, and potable water mixing and treatment systems serving the water and wastewater treatment industries. UGSI Solutions, Inc., through its various operating subsidiaries, is one of the most dynamic and fastest growing companies in the water infrastructure market.

Mechanical Designer

The Mechanical Designer reports to the Manager of Engineering and will work closely with the Project Management, Application Engineering, Purchasing/Planning, and Manufacturing teams in execution of standard and custom projects within the North America water/wastewater markets. The Mechanical Designer will design mechanical systems by preparing layouts, general assembly drawings, bills of material (“BOM”), and component specifications while maintaining high quality and accuracy, and providing support to engineers and manufacturing personnel. This full-time position is based in Chemical Feed’s Vineland, New Jersey facility.

Essential Job Functions

• Create mechanical drawings and generate BOMs, for both standard and custom designs as directed.
• Review and interpret customer specifications from the industrial and municipal industries.
• Thorough understanding of Chemical Feed drafting practices and procedures, plus the ability to perform and apply a variety of mathematical calculations and a thorough working knowledge of shop assembly processes.
• Identify deficiencies in current design procedures and methods and provide ideas and solutions to improve department performance in efficiency and accuracy. 
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Ability to interpret proposals, P&IDs, specifications, construction drawings, and mechanical processes.
• 2+ years experience in Mechanical SolidWorks in the creation of parts and full mechanical assemblies.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, especially Excel.
• Ability to manage multiple activities at the same time while maintaining schedule.
• Strong oral, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Good organizational, planning, and problem-solving capability.
• Detailed-oriented, self-starter, and able to handle tasks for multiple projects at the same time.
• Knowledge of Applicable Industrial Codes and Standards.  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in the municipal water and/or wastewater industries.
• Experience using 2D CAD.
• Experience in an applications or sales support role that included bidding and selling capital equipment.
• Ability to identify and define system design requirements based on written and design specifications.

Physical Demands

• Ability to sit for long periods of time.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 50lbs.
• Manual dexterity to operate equipment/tools.
• Physical ability to perform work in a standing, stooping, sitting, or bending position for extended periods of time.
• Ability to look at computer monitors for much of the workday.

Work Environment

• Approximately 90% Office Setting; and
• Approximately 10% Light Industrial – May be exposed to areas of high noise levels, hazardous propellants, chemicals and industrial facilities. 
• Appropriate PPE and training will be provided for all conditions.

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.

This position is non-exempt. Compensation is dependent on skill level. Benefits package and incentives are provided.

UGSI Solutions, Inc. and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers supporting workforce diversity - M/F/Veteran/Disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, or sex.

Wonderbench is partnering with UGSI Solutions to recruit for this position. We will evaluate applicants relative to the requirements. Additionally, we will use an assessment and video interview to assess job fit and qualifications. UGSI Solutions will contact only those applicants who best meet the criteria for an interview. Wonderbench will retain your application materials and may contact you regarding future opportunities.

ABOUT UGSI SOLUTIONS, INC.
UGSI Solutions, Inc. (“UGSI”), through its operating subsidiaries, is an industry leader in water-related technologies and infrastructure; with a particular emphasis in the chemical feed and disinfection areas of water and wastewater treatment. To learn more, visit ugsicorp.com.

ABOUT WONDERBENCH
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