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Position Title: Design Engineer
Wage: Based on Experience
Location: Cresco, IA
Job Summary:
Using AutoCAD 2D, Inventor 3D, and other software programs to support customers, Sales, Production, and Engineering staff by preparing custom and standard layouts, sketches & diagrams, assembly drawings, and detail drawings to include all views and dimensions necessary for manufacturing
Essential Functions and Responsibilities for Design Engineer:
- Use AutoCAD and Inventor software to develop designs
- Create and detail 2D & 3D drawings for fabrication and assembly with assurance of proper fit and function of custom trailer designs
- Utilize and apply engineering disciplines (statics, strength of materials, dynamics, & stress analysis) and best practices to solve design problems
- Make final drawings of proposed design, checking dimension of parts, materials to be used, relation of one part to another, and relation of various parts to whole structure or project
- Produce and document all drawings required to complete a full trailer build according to sales order or specification
- Lead design review meetings with both structure and interior production team leaders
- Communicate with salesperson or vendors about design possibilities
- Receive written trailer specifications and verify to sales drawings using AutoCAD 2D. Distribute updated information to production staff
- Assure customer satisfaction in ways that are consistent with the position: safe, complete, accurate, on time
- Work with salesperson or vendors to finalize the designs and working drawings
- Assist with Engineering Change documentation as it relates to revisions made to standard drawings
- Create sales drawings in AutoCAD 2D for potential sales contracts as needed
- Document, distribute, and maintain trailer project change orders initiated from sales team
- Project leadership responsibility across multiple trailer projects at various stages of completion
- Assist with process improvements within the department and contribute ideas for analytical tools such as F.E.A. and Excel
- Compile and document all purchased parts requirements as they pertain to a project and communicate them with Purchasing Dept
Skills, Qualifications, and Experience Requirements for Design Engineer:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering degree
- Minimum of 3-5 years of related work experience with a proven record of successfully creating 3D models
- Minimum 1-year experience with AutoCAD 2D
- Ability to work in a non-climate-controlled environment 20% of time
- Demonstrated ability to deliver complex product design performance through project management and problem-solving skills
- Proven ability as an effective leader, with the demonstrated ability to foster cross-functional influence and collaboration
- Lean ideology, manifesting as a strong drive for continuous improvement
- Open mind to delve into an array of multiple disciplines; ie. HVAC, plumbing, electro-mechanical, carpentry, electrical, corrosion, etc.
- Ability to troubleshoot trailer production difficulties with production personnel
- High skill level in Pro-E, AutoCAD and Inventor software
- Skilled in PC usage and associated software including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook), Manufacture’s Resource Planning
- Ability to learn new graphic software to compliment the presentation of new designs
Design Engineer
816 7th St W Cresco, IA 52136 US
Posted: 07/03/2025
2025-07-03
2025-08-11
Employment Type:
Direct Hire
Job Category: Engineering
Job Number: 763489
Job Description
Position Title: Design Engineer
Wage: Based on Experience
Location: Cresco, IA
Job Summary:
Using AutoCAD 2D, Inventor 3D, and other software programs to support customers, Sales, Production, and Engineering staff by preparing custom and standard layouts, sketches & diagrams, assembly drawings, and detail drawings to include all views and dimensions necessary for manufacturing
Essential Functions and Responsibilities for Design Engineer:
- Use AutoCAD and Inventor software to develop designs
- Create and detail 2D & 3D drawings for fabrication and assembly with assurance of proper fit and function of custom trailer designs
- Utilize and apply engineering disciplines (statics, strength of materials, dynamics, & stress analysis) and best practices to solve design problems
- Make final drawings of proposed design, checking dimension of parts, materials to be used, relation of one part to another, and relation of various parts to whole structure or project
- Produce and document all drawings required to complete a full trailer build according to sales order or specification
- Lead design review meetings with both structure and interior production team leaders
- Communicate with salesperson or vendors about design possibilities
- Receive written trailer specifications and verify to sales drawings using AutoCAD 2D. Distribute updated information to production staff
- Assure customer satisfaction in ways that are consistent with the position: safe, complete, accurate, on time
- Work with salesperson or vendors to finalize the designs and working drawings
- Assist with Engineering Change documentation as it relates to revisions made to standard drawings
- Create sales drawings in AutoCAD 2D for potential sales contracts as needed
- Document, distribute, and maintain trailer project change orders initiated from sales team
- Project leadership responsibility across multiple trailer projects at various stages of completion
- Assist with process improvements within the department and contribute ideas for analytical tools such as F.E.A. and Excel
- Compile and document all purchased parts requirements as they pertain to a project and communicate them with Purchasing Dept
Skills, Qualifications, and Experience Requirements for Design Engineer:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering degree
- Minimum of 3-5 years of related work experience with a proven record of successfully creating 3D models
- Minimum 1-year experience with AutoCAD 2D
- Ability to work in a non-climate-controlled environment 20% of time
- Demonstrated ability to deliver complex product design performance through project management and problem-solving skills
- Proven ability as an effective leader, with the demonstrated ability to foster cross-functional influence and collaboration
- Lean ideology, manifesting as a strong drive for continuous improvement
- Open mind to delve into an array of multiple disciplines; ie. HVAC, plumbing, electro-mechanical, carpentry, electrical, corrosion, etc.
- Ability to troubleshoot trailer production difficulties with production personnel
- High skill level in Pro-E, AutoCAD and Inventor software
- Skilled in PC usage and associated software including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook), Manufacture’s Resource Planning
- Ability to learn new graphic software to compliment the presentation of new designs
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