Design Engineer Jobs

The Design Engineer II, under

general supervision, will research, develop and design products as directed. Make changes to or modify

existing products. Select components and materials, responsible for complete detail drawings and accurate Bill

of Materials (BOM), and all pertinent documentation as needed. Applies fundamental principles and concepts

of position and perform more routine aspects and progresses to more varied complex designs.

Core Competencies for this position include:

Leading Change/Change Management

Leading People/Teamwork

Communication

Business Acumen

Results Driven

Essential Functions of the Job:

Focus, communicate, encourage and contribute to Safety in all aspects of the job and all company

meetings.

Lay out product design on computer system using SolidWorks software program. Ensure accuracy and

structural strength of design. Draft detail parts on computer ensuring accuracy of tolerances for proper fit-

up of parts in assembly process.

Determine and select best components to be used on each product designed, based on required

specifications. Use product and vendor knowledge.

Ensure cost effectiveness and product reliability by using existing parts and components to standardize

new designs.

Set-up and structure complete and accurate Bill of Materials (BOM) for each manufactured part.

Assist in field testing new products and evaluating performance and structural integrity for approval or

problem resolution. Make engineering changes as required.

Release Engineering Change Request (ECR) and Engineering Change Orders (ECO); including all prints

and respective BOM required for production upon approval of products.

Assist service department with troubleshooting mechanical failures.

Research/specify required materials for product production and source vendors to supply specified

materials and/or parts/components. Work with Purchasing Department on vendor approval.

Assist in overseeing Technicians in the manufacturing of prototypes. Check fit-up accuracy of parts.

Ensure implementation of product flows from design to actual production.

Perform any other duties assigned by Supervisor.

RequirementsKnowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA’s):

Knowledge of 3-D wire Frame construction, design layouts, assembly drawings and/or component part

drawings required.

Good computer skills to include Cad software program; prefer Solid works 3d understanding. Proficient in

Microsoft Office programs.

Knowledge of engineering design standards and manufacturing capabilities.

Must have good mechanical aptitude.

Able to write and communicate.

Able to write or speak technical instructions.

Knowledge of Bill of Materials, stress analysis, material selection and material sizing.

Ability to lead, plan, prioritize and organize work for support team.

Ability to work effectively with cross functional departments.

PFMEA Experience Preferred.

Knowledge of Stage Gate – new product development processes required.

Ability to manage multiple projects.

Education and Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural or Mechanical Engineering required.

3-5 years experience in product design, preferably in a manufacturing/industrial environment.

Benefits 401(k)

Dental insurance

Disability insurance

Employee assistance program

Employee discount

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Referral program

Tuition reimbursement

Vision insurance