Senior Design Engineer - Mechanical and Hydraulic Systems

Senior Design Engineer, Mechanical and Hydraulic Systems

Location: Waterloo, IA
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $80,000 to $100,000 per year, plus 10% bonus

Design mechanical products from customer need to finished product, leading engineering projects alongside a team of up to 10 design engineers.

Must-Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering
• 5+ years of mechanical design engineering experience
• Strong knowledge of mechanics, hydraulics, and materials
• Proficiency in design software and Excel
• Functional understanding of cost accounting
• Commitment to Lean principles and practices
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills

What You'll Do

• Plan and lead mechanical design projects based on customer requirements, market demand, and competitive products
• Schedule and assign work to design engineers and follow up on results
• Design research, feasibility, and testing methods to confirm product capabilities
• Develop products by researching manufacturing methods, assembly methods, and materials
• Improve manufacturing processes with a focus on cost reduction
• Design and modify equipment for fabrication, assembly, and installation
• Test finished products and systems to assure quality
• Prepare product reports and maintain the product database
• Ensure compliance with government regulations

Nice-to-Haves

• Heavy haul trailer engineering experience
• Heavy equipment engineering experience
• Automation and process improvement experience

Compensation and Benefits

• $80,000 to $100,000 per year
• 10% bonus
• Professional development through workshops and professional societies

About the Company
Our client is an established manufacturer of heavy haul trailers serving the transportation and construction industries.

To apply, submit your resume for consideration.