Assembly Project Designer

Company: JR Metal Works LLC
Location: Kewaunee
Posted on: February 18, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description Salary: Company Overview Where metal meets momentum. Where bold ideas become the products everyone else wishes they built. Welcome toJR Metal Works. One of the fastest-rising names in American manufacturing. We combine precision engineering, modern fabrication technology, and true craftsmanship to create products built to last. As we continue to grow, we remain deeply committed to quality, safety, and continuous improvement, on the shop floor and beyond. At JR Metal Works, youre not just filling a role. Youre joining a team that values integrity, teamwork, and problem-solving. We invest in your growth so you can build a career with real impact. We offer competitive pay, a comprehensive benefits package, and clear opportunities for advancement in a company thats moving forwardfast. Position Summary The Assembly Project Designer is responsible for designing, modeling, and supporting complex assemblies from concept through production and installation. This role serves as a technical bridge between customers, suppliers, and internal production teams, ensuring designs are accurate, manufacturable, and aligned with customer specifications, quality standards, and operational efficiency. Key Responsibilities Create and review technical drawings to ensure compliance with customer specifications, internal standards, and manufacturing capabilities. Develop and maintain job travelers to support accurate and efficient production execution. Perform tolerance analysis on critical assemblies to ensure proper fit, function, and performance. Collaborate with suppliers, customers, and internal project stakeholders to review designs and implement changes as needed. Modify and refine designs to correct operating, quality, or production issues. Provide installation support as required to ensure successful implementation of designed assemblies. Attend team and project meetings to provide progress updates, review project timelines, strategize next steps, and stay informed on emerging product lines. Ensure required inserts and related components are ordered by end of day (EOD) to support production schedules. Review bin inventory status by end of day (EOD) and communicate needs to prevent production delays. Model new parts in accordance with customer prints and engineering requirements. Uphold JR Metal Works quality standards, documentation requirements, and continuous improvement initiatives. Qualifications & Skills Proficiency in SolidWorks software and technical drawing creation. Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, tolerancing, and assembly design. Ability to interpret customer prints, specifications, and design requirements. Effective communication skills with customers, suppliers, and cross-functional internal teams. Demonstrated problem-solving ability and attention to detail. Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Career Growth & Development JR Metal Works is committed to helping employees build long-term, rewarding careers. Each position is supported by aPosition Information Sheet (PIS)that clearly outlines role expectations, skill milestones, and growth pathways. Position Information Sheets provide transparency into: Performance and merit-based pay progression Skill and responsibility milestones Leadership growth and development opportunities Cross-training and internal advancement paths Training, certification, and professional development expectations Advancement at JR Metal Works is based on demonstrated performance, skill mastery, accountability, and alignment with company values. Employees are encouraged to actively engage with their Position Information Sheet and leadership team to track progress and plan their next career step. This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. Duties may change at any time with or without notice. Employment with JR Metal Works is at-will and may be terminated by either the employee or the Company at any time, with or without cause or notice, in accordance with applicable law. JR Metal Works is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. Reasonable accommodations will be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable laws. Employees are expected to comply with all company policies, safety procedures, and applicable federal, state, and local regulations. Nothing in this job description creates a contract of employment or guarantees compensation or advancement.

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