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Position Title: Design Engineer Wage: Based on Experience Location: Cresco, IA Job Summary: Using AutoCAD 2D, Inventor 3D, and other software programs to support customers, Sales, Production, and Engineering staff by preparing custom and standard layouts, sketches & diagrams, assembly drawings, and detail drawings to include all views and dimensions necessary for manufacturing Essential Functions and Responsibilities for Design Engineer: - Use AutoCAD and Inventor software to develop designs - Create and detail 2D & 3D drawings for fabrication and assembly with assurance of proper fit and function of custom trailer designs - Utilize and apply engineering disciplines (statics, strength of materials, dynamics, & stress analysis) and best practices to solve design problems - Make final drawings of proposed design, checking dimension of parts, materials to be used, relation of one part to another, and relation of various parts to whole structure or project - Produce and document all drawings required to complete a full trailer build according to sales order or specification - Lead design review meetings with both structure and interior production team leaders - Communicate with salesperson or vendors about design possibilities - Receive written trailer specifications and verify to sales drawings using AutoCAD 2D. Distribute updated information to production staff - Assure customer satisfaction in ways that are consistent with the position: safe, complete, accurate, on time - Work with salesperson or vendors to finalize the designs and working drawings - Assist with Engineering Change documentation as it relates to revisions made to standard drawings - Create sales drawings in AutoCAD 2D for potential sales contracts as needed - Document, distribute, and maintain trailer project change orders initiated from sales team - Project leadership responsibility across multiple trailer projects at various stages of completion - Assist with process improvements within the department and contribute ideas for analytical tools such as F.E.A. and Excel - Compile and document all purchased parts requirements as they pertain to a project and communicate them with Purchasing Dept Skills, Qualifications, and Experience Requirements for Design Engineer: - Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering degree - Minimum of 3-5 years of related work experience with a proven record of successfully creating 3D models - Minimum 1-year experience with AutoCAD 2D - Ability to work in a non-climate-controlled environment 20% of time - Demonstrated ability to deliver complex product design performance through project management and problem-solving skills - Proven ability as an effective leader, with the demonstrated ability to foster cross-functional influence and collaboration - Lean ideology, manifesting as a strong drive for continuous improvement - Open mind to delve into an array of multiple disciplines; ie. HVAC, plumbing, electro-mechanical, carpentry, electrical, corrosion, etc. - Ability to troubleshoot trailer production difficulties with production personnel - High skill level in Pro-E, AutoCAD and Inventor software - Skilled in PC usage and associated software including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook), Manufacture’s Resource Planning - Ability to learn new graphic software to compliment the presentation of new designs IND345