Title: Design EngineerReports to: Design Engineering ManagerJob Purpose: Responsible for engineering design related activitiesKey Responsibilities and Accountabilities:Evaluates part samples and customer design documentation for critical characteristics/functionParticipates in advanced part quality planning activitiesCreates three-dimensional part models to support up/downstream design data requirementsDesigns tooling and check fixtures in support of manufacturingCreates part, tooling and fixture design documentation for internal/external distributionCreates and maintains ERP part data in support of manufacturingValidates first articles to approved part designPerform tolerance stack-up analysis and ensure GD&T complianceDevelop prototypes and oversee testing and validation processesServes as project launch lead for assigned projects- from start of project to completionLeads concept development and transform innovative ideas into viable engineering solutionsDrives proactive design improvements to enhance manufacturability, repeatability, and cost efficiencySupports on-time launch of new product designs to the manufacturing floorAttends Engineering Design Reviews and Project Status MeetingsEnsures compliance of the Phoenix Stamping Design and Drawing manualsInvestigates, coordinates and completes engineering change requests with appropriate groupsSupports Engineering department and performs other duties as assigned or requiredActively supports manufacturing through Kata and other related activitiesStays current with emerging technologies, industry trends, and leads R&D efforts