POSITION SUMMARY:

The Design Engineer I will provide support to Product Development and Operations staff through a variety of tasks related to the design, development, and implementation of manufactured products.

OTHER ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Prioritizes and plans work activities efficiently; sets goals and objectives while developing realistic action plans to achieve targets; able to work independently as well as in a team environment.
• Displays original thinking and creativity, strong problem-solving capabilities.
• Analytical and Diagnostic Skills - Methodical in solving problems backed by accurate data and analysis of findings.
• Communication - Speaks clearly and concisely; listens and requests clarification when needed; takes direction well.
• Must be proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Willingness to participate in hands-on work in a Manufacturing Environment.

Education and Experience:

• B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or related field or equivalent experience
• Proficient creating parts, assemblies, and drawings with design software i.e. SolidWorks, Inventor, AutoCAD
• 1 – 3 years of Engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience working in welding, sheet metal fabrication, hydraulics or plastics molding is preferred.
• Experience in Agriculture Business a plus.
• Experience with ERP software a plus

• Develop product designs relating to defined customer needs including the adaptation of existing designs to new-customer applications.
• Plans and directs product testing requirements, if not previously specified by the customer.
• Develop and execute testing procedures to evaluate the performance of products and components.
• Perform design for manufacturability reviews, Bill of Material management, and cost evaluations.
• Provide engineering support for Manufacturing, Purchasing, Sales & Marketing.
• Maintain detailed management of engineering documents, designs, evaluations, and related materials.
• Coordinate with Production and Operations teams to ensure the timely completion of development projects.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

Education and Experience:

• B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or related field or equivalent experience
• Proficient creating parts, assemblies, and drawings with design software i.e. SolidWorks, Inventor, AutoCAD
• 1 – 3 years of Engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience working in welding, sheet metal fabrication, hydraulics or plastics molding is preferred.
• Experience in Agriculture Business a plus.
• Experience with ERP software a plus.