Design Engineer

<div> <p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white;vertical-align: baseline"><strong><span style="font-size: 10.5pt;font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;color: black;letter-spacing: .2pt;border: none windowtext 1.0pt;padding: 0in">Job Title: Design Engineer</span></strong></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white;vertical-align: baseline"><strong><span style="font-size: 10.5pt;font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;color: black;letter-spacing: .2pt;border: none windowtext 1.0pt;padding: 0in">Location: Waterloo, Iowa</span></strong></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white;vertical-align: baseline"><strong><span style="font-size: 10.5pt;font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;color: black;letter-spacing: .2pt;border: none windowtext 1.0pt;padding: 0in">Salary: $65-75K plus 10% bonus</span></strong></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white"><strong><span style="font-size: 10.5pt;font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;color: black;letter-spacing: .2pt;border: none windowtext 1.0pt;padding: 0in">Job Summary of the Design Engineer: </span></strong><span style="font-size: 10.0pt;font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;color: #322e2e">The Design Engineer will work closely with a team of engineering professionals to develop and create innovative mechanical products, ensuring they meet the customer&#8217;s requirements and expectations.</span></p> <p class="MsoNormal" style="margin-bottom: 8.0pt;line-height: 115%"><strong><span style="font-size: 10.5pt;line-height: 115%;font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;color: black;letter-spacing: .2pt;border: none windowtext 1.0pt;padding: 0in">Job Duties &amp; Responsibilities of the Design Engineer:</span></strong></p> <ul type="disc"> <li class="MsoNormal" style="color: black;background: white"><span style="font-size: 10.0pt;font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif">Design and develop engineering projects through market research, product analysis, and team coordination to meet project deadlines and goals.</span></li> <li class="MsoNormal" style="color: black;background: white"><span style="font-size: 10.0pt;font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif">Conduct testing and research on mechanical systems to improve design efficiency and functionality.</span></li> <li class="MsoNormal" style="color: black;background: white"><span style="font-size: 10.0pt;font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif">Ensure product quality and performance through rigorous testing and analysis methods.</span></li> <li class="MsoNormal" style="color: black;background: white"><span style="font-size: 10.0pt;font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif">Collaborate with manufacturing teams to optimize production processes and reduce costs while maintaining product quality standards.</span></li> <li class="MsoNormal" style="color: black;background: white"><span style="font-size: 10.0pt;font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif">Maintain accurate product records and reports for future reference and analysis.</span></li> <li class="MsoNormal" style="color: black;background: white"><span style="font-size: 10.0pt;font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif">Provide technical support and expertise to address engineering queries and concerns.</span></li> <li class="MsoNormal" style="color: black;background: white"><span style="font-size: 10.0pt;font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif">Stay up-to-date on industry trends and advancements by attending workshops and networking events.</span></li> <li class="MsoNormal" style="color: black;background: white"><span style="font-size: 10.0pt;font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif">Contribute to team success by achieving designated project objectives.</span></li> </ul> <p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white;vertical-align: baseline"><strong><span style="font-size: 10.5pt;font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;color: black;letter-spacing: .2pt;border: none windowtext 1.0pt;padding: 0in"> </span></strong><span style="font-size: 10.5pt;font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;color: black;letter-spacing: .2pt;border: none windowtext 1.0pt;padding: 0in"> <strong>Education &amp; Experience Requirements of the Design Engineer</strong>:</span></p> <ul type="disc"> <li class="MsoNormal" style="color: black;background: white"><span style="font-size: 10.0pt;font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif">Bachelor&#8217;s Degree in Mechanical Engineering required.</span></li> <li class="MsoNormal" style="color: black;background: white"><span style="font-size: 10.0pt;font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif">1-5 years of relevant work experience in engineering.</span></li> <li class="MsoNormal" style="color: black;background: white"><span style="font-size: 10.0pt;font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif">Background in heavy haul trailer or heavy equipment engineering preferred.</span></li> <li class="MsoNormal" style="color: black;background: white"><span style="font-size: 10.0pt;font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif">Proficiency in Excel and design software applications required.</span></li> <li class="MsoNormal" style="color: black;background: white"><span style="font-size: 10.0pt;font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif">Strong communication skills and ability to engage effectively with various stakeholders.</span></li> <li class="MsoNormal" style="color: black;background: white"><span style="font-size: 10.0pt;font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif">Analytical mindset with a focus on process improvement and automation.</span></li> <li class="MsoNormal" style="color: black;background: white"><span style="font-size: 10.0pt;font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif">Knowledge of cost accounting principles and lean enterprise practices.</span></li> <li class="MsoNormal" style="color: black;background: white"><span style="font-size: 10.0pt;font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif">Quick learner with a keen interest in adapting to new technologies and tools.</span></li> </ul> <p class="MsoNormal" style="background: white;vertical-align: baseline"><span style="font-size: 10.5pt;font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;color: black;letter-spacing: .2pt;border: none windowtext 1.0pt;padding: 0in"> </span></p> <p class="MsoListParagraph" style="margin-left: .5in;background: white;vertical-align: baseline"><span style="font-size: 10.5pt;font-family: 'Arial',sans-serif;color: black;letter-spacing: .2pt;border: none windowtext 1.0pt;padding: 0in"> </span></p> </div>