Sr. Design Engineer
On-siteGoshen, Indiana, United States
Goshen, Indiana, United StatesOn-siteFull TimeSenior LevelEnterprise
Full TimeSenior LevelEnterprise
Job Summary
Lead design programs for automotive towing components, managing schedules, budgets, and scope from concept through prototyping and production. Conduct detailed finite element structural analyses, generate CAD models, and present gated design reviews to internal staff and customers. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions, ensure compliance with safety standards, and maintain accurate records. Occasionally travel to facilities, trade shows, and customer sites.
Required Qualifications
- Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a similar field with appropriate experience
- Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering and 5 years' experience or a similar field with appropriate experience
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
- Proficient in Autodesk Inventor / SolidWorks
- Good understanding of safety standards and environmental impact of a design
- Ability to present in front of stakeholders and managers
- Great computational and spatial ability to solve complex problems
- Excellent oral and written communication; ability to maintain a professional and pleasant demeanor
- Attention to detail and accuracy
- Ability to work on projects demanding fast prototype/production startups
- Ability to work with vendors, customers and employees
- Experience leading high performance teams in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to sit/stand for long periods daily; position requires some lifting when doing installations on vehicles
- Must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily
Desired Qualifications
- Previous experience as a Design Engineer or a similar role (preferred)
- CATIA V5 is a plus
- All Microsoft Office software including Project
- 3D printer experience is a plus
- 3D laser scanning / CMM experience is a plus (FARO)
- Previous experience in the automotive industry with towing or hitch experience
- Experience working with OE customers
- Experience in global organization
- Lateral thinker
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