Design Engineer

Job Description

**Job Title: Design Engineer**

**Location: Waterloo, Iowa**

**Salary: $65-75K plus 10% bonus**

**Job Summary of the Design Engineer:** The Design Engineer will collaborate with a team of design engineers responsible for designing mechanical products and systems, resulting in a finished product that meets the needs and expectations of the customer.

**Job Duties \& Responsibilities of the Design Engineer:**

* Plan and complete engineering projects by studying customer requirements, market demand, and competitors' products; scheduling and assigning employees; following up on work results.
* Evaluate mechanical systems and products by designing and conducting research programs; applying principles of mechanics, hydraulics, and materials.
* Confirm system and product capabilities by designing feasibility and testing methods; testing properties.
* Develop mechanical products by studying customer requirements; researching and testing manufacturing and assembly methods and materials, and soliciting observations from operators.
* Develop manufacturing processes, focusing on cost reduction and process improvement by designing and modifying equipment for fabricating, building, assembling, and installing components.
* Assure system and product quality by designing testing methods; testing finished product and system capabilities; confirming fabrication, assembly, and installation process.
* Prepare product reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.
* Provide engineering information by answering questions and requests.
* Maintain product and company reputation by complying with government regulations.
* Maintain system and product database by writing computer programs and entering data.
* Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks, and participating in professional societies.
* Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

**Education \& Experience Requirements of the Design Engineer**:

* Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering required.
* Entry-Level 1-5 years experience.
* Heavy haul trailer engineering experience a plus.
* Heavy equipment engineering experience a plus
* Must have advanced computer skills and be able to understand electronic processing.
* Technically proficient in Excel, and Design software systems.
* Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills for effective interface with all internal and external contacts.
* Possess analytical and technical skills required to understand business practices and recommend proper automation opportunities.
* Must have a functional understanding of cost accounting.
* Must be an innovator and embrace lean enterprise principles and practices.
* Ability to quickly learn new tools, systems, etc.