Senior Design Engineer

Job Title: Senior Design Engineer

Location: Waterloo, Iowa

Salary: $80-100K plus 10% bonus

Job Summary of the Senior Design Engineer: The Senior Design Engineer will collaborate with a team of up to 10 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 Senior 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 Senior Design Engineer:

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering required.

• Senior-level/experienced Engineer with 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.