Designer II

phoenixcontact

Middletown, Pennsylvania · Middletown · United States

Posted Jun 23, 2026

Contract
Hybrid
Engineering

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Job description

Summary

The Designer II is responsible for creating and sustaining products and solutions that meet customer and business requirements. This role collaborates cross-functionally with Product Management, Customers, Manufacturing, Purchasing, Planning, and external vendors to support the successful development and lifecycle management of products. The Designer II applies intermediate-level expertise in CAD tools, packaging design, and the development of enclosures and sheet metal components. This position supports both new product development and enhancements to existing products, ensuring designs are functional, manufacturable, and aligned with quality and cost objectives. Through strong technical execution and collaboration, The Designer II contributes to innovation, continuous improvement, and operational excellence within the organization.

Responsibilities

Create 2D & 3D CAD drawings / Models
Creation of assembly drawings for manufacturing
Thorough understanding of tolerancing and dimensioning
Change Coordination
Quoting / Estimating
Create & Maintain Bills of Materials
Implementing appropriate Packaging
Provides CAD and technical support of existing product designs
Collaborates on new product requests
Identifies and integrates second source/replacement components
Updates / maintains information within ERP and PLM systems
Interfaces directly with Sales Personnel, customers and or Product Managers, to obtain & fulfill product requirements
Works with approved Vendors, Strategic Purchasing, Planning and Production to obtain pricing and lead-time information
Answers questions and provides information to manufacturing as needed
Works with manufacturing team to create new processes/techniques for product manufacturing
Support production with design interpretation and troubleshooting
Collaborate on design reviews and cross-functional projects
Collaborate with engineering, production, and procurement teams
Support manufacturing with design interpretation and troubleshooting
Other duties as assigned by one’s Manager

Qualifications

Associate Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering Technology or Technical Degree in related field
Knowledge of GD&T preferred for mechanical engineers
2-5 years of mechanical or electrical design preferred
Can read & understand Electrical schematics
Excellent communication and problem-solving skills
Ability to work on multiple projects, while occasionally being the prime contributor
Communicate and work effectively with others
3D Solid Modeling experience
2D Drawing experience

Essential Job Functions

Occasional Domestic Travel required
Must be able to sit for extended periods of time
Must be able to communicate effectively in English
Must be able to lift 25 lbs.
Regular and on-time attendance.
This is a hybrid position unless otherwise specified requiring 3 days in the office.

Perks & Benefits

Phoenix Contact offers a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401k matching, and a generous time off package. There are also a wide variety of additional benefits available including 16 weeks fully paid maternity leave & 10 weeks fully paid paternity leave, life insurance, short & long-term disability, assistance, and more!

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