Design Engineer

Country: United States of America

Location: XL Specialized Trailers, 1086 South 3rd St., Manchester, Iowa 52057

Summary:

Generally expected to work as a valued member of the XL Specialized Trailers team. This job will collaborate inside a team of design engineers (10) responsible for designing mechanical products and systems resulting in a finished product that meets the needs and expectation of the customer.

• Plans and completes engineering projects by studying customer requirements, market demand, and competitors' products; scheduling and assigning employees; following up on work results.
• Evaluates mechanical systems and products by designing and conducting research programs; applying principles of mechanics, hydraulics and materials.
• Confirms system and product capabilities by designing feasibility and testing methods; testing properties.
• Develops mechanical products by studying customer requirements; researching and testing manufacturing and assembly methods and materials, soliciting observations from operators.
• Develops manufacturing processes, focusing on cost reduction and process improvement by designing and modifying equipment for fabricating, building, assembling and installing components.
• Assures system and product quality by designing testing methods; testing finished product and system capabilities; confirming fabrication, assembly and installation process.
• Prepares product reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.
• Provides engineering information by answering questions and requests.
• Maintains product and company reputation by complying with government regulations.
• Maintains system and product database by writing computer programs and entering data.
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing relating results as needed.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering required.
• Heavy haul trailer engineering experience a plus; heavy equipment engineering experience a plus

Essential

Skills and 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 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.
• Aptitude to manage by influence not only by hierarchy.

Work is primarily performed indoors.

Has the ability to work remotely.

• Free Medical, dental, and vision insurance for employee AND dependents!
• Three weeks of vacation for newly hired employees
• 12 Paid Holidays
  -including your birthday!
• Generous 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds
• Tuition reimbursement
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Doctor on Demand, virtual doctor visits