Mechanical Engineer 1
On-siteSheldon, Iowa, United States
Job Summary
Design and develop mechanical components, assemblies, and complete vehicle body systems using 3D CAD software, including Creo. Create, revise, and maintain engineering drawings, bills of materials, and product documentation while supporting manufacturing through Design for Manufacturing and Assembly principles. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve design issues, participate in product validation testing, and troubleshoot performance concerns. Research new materials and technologies, manage engineering change documentation, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives. Work in a split environment between the office and manufacturing facility, occasionally lifting up to 50 pounds and following all safety procedures around moving equipment.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or related engineering discipline from an accredited institution
- Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and the ability to apply engineering principles through academic coursework, senior design projects, internships, co-op experiences, or other hands-on technical activities
- Ability to read and create engineering drawings in accordance with ASME drafting standards
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a collaborative environment
- Regularly sit and work at a computer for extended periods
- Occasionally stand, walk, bend, climb, kneel, and reach while supporting manufacturing operations
- Frequently lift or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds
- Work periodically in a manufacturing environment around moving equipment, noise, welding operations, and airborne particulates while following all required safety procedures
Desired Qualifications
- Internship, co-op, or project experience in manufacturing, product development, or mechanical design
- Experience with Creo, SolidWorks, Inventor, or comparable 3D CAD software
- Experience with CAD automation tools, parametric modeling, family tables, design tables, or configurable product design, including using parameters to drive automation of models and drawings
- Familiarity with Product Data Management (PDM), Product Lifecycle Management (PLM), or ERP/MRP systems
- Exposure to finite element analysis (FEA) or engineering simulation
- Knowledge of welding, sheet metal fabrication, machining, hydraulic systems, electrical systems, and vehicle structures
- Working knowledge of 3D CAD modeling and detailed drawing creation
- Working knowledge of Engineering change management
- Working knowledge of Bills of Materials (BOM) development
- Working knowledge of Design validation and testing
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite
- Working knowledge of Engineering documentation and technical report writing
- Working knowledge of Manufacturing processes including welding, machining, fabrication, painting, and assembly
- Working knowledge of Mechanical design principles
- Working knowledge of Basic hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical systems
- Mechanical design
- Continuous improvement mindset
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving and root cause analysis
- Team collaboration
- Organization and time management
- Customer focus
- Adaptability and willingness to learn
- Accountability and integrity
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