Job Title: Design Engineer
Location: Waterloo, Iowa
Salary: $75-95K plus bonus
Job Summary of the Design Engineer: The Design Engineer will work as a valued member of the Engineering team. This job 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.
Qualifications of Design Engineer:
- Plan and complete engineering projects according to customer requirements.
- Evaluate mechanical systems and products by designing and conducting research; applying principles of mechanics, hydraulics, and materials.
- Design feasibility and testing methods to confirm system and product capabilities.
- Develop mechanical products according to customer requirements.
- 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.
- 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.
Responsibilities of the Design Engineer:
· Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering required.
· Heavy equipment engineering experience a plus
· New Grad to 5+ years experience.
· 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.
· Ability to not only identify problems but also take action towards solving them.