Design Engineer

Cindavi; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Cindavi in Cresco, IA is seeking a Design Engineer to own the entire project from concept to rollout. You will design and develop complex trailer-related systems, from frames to load-handling features, and drive the product through manufacturing with minimal supervision.

This hands-on role requires strong CAD skills (AutoCAD Inventor or equivalent), a mechanical engineering degree, and 2–5+ years of design experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field.
• 2-5+ years of mechanical design experience.
• Proficient in CAD software, preferably AutoCAD Inventor, or other 3D CAD tools.
• Ability to own projects and meet deadlines with minimal supervision.
• Onsite work in Cresco, IA.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop specialty trailer components and full systems, including frames, suspensions, braking, and load-handling features.
• Own the entire design lifecycle from concept to manufacturing.
• Perform structural analysis and FEA to ensure durability and safety.
• Collaborate with Sales, Operations, and Industrial Engineering teams to optimize designs.
• Manage your projects, timelines, and deliverables with autonomy.

Skills

Project ownership

CAD proficiency

Engineering fundamentals

Time management

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Inventor

3D CAD tools

Job description

Tired of being just another cog in the machine? We are looking for a Design Engineer who wants to own the entire project from concept to rollout.

About the Position:

Are you ready to step out from behind the desk and see your designs built right in front of you? We are looking for a highly capable Design Engineer to join our growing team in Cresco, IA. This isn't a role where you'll be handed a tiny piece of a massive puzzle. Here, you will act as a true project owner, taking full cradle-to-grave responsibility for designing and developing complex, specialty trailer products like NASCAR transporters, mobile hospitals, and disaster relief units. If you combine strong engineering fundamentals with a project-management mindset and the energy to lead, we want you to be the right hand to our Director of Engineering.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and develop specialty trailer components and full systems, including frames, suspensions, braking, and load-handling features.
• Own the entire design lifecycle from the initial concept phase straight through the manufacturing process, ensuring the final product rolls out the door flawlessly.
• Perform structural analysis and FEA to guarantee durability, load capacity, and strict safety compliance.
• Collaborate closely with our Sales, Operations, and Industrial Engineering teams to optimize your designs for fabrication and assembly.
• Manage your own projects, timelines, and deliverables with a high degree of autonomy and intention.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field.
• 2-5+ years of mechanical design experience.
• Strong proficiency in CAD software, ideally AutoCAD Inventor, though solid experience in other 3D CAD tools is perfectly acceptable.
• A demonstrated ability to take full ownership of projects and manage deadlines with a true Project Engineer mindset.
• A high-energy, ownership-driven personality that allows you to dive in, run with projects, and succeed with minimal hand-holding.
• A willingness to work fully onsite in Cresco, IA, and be hands‑on throughout the manufacturing process.

If you are ready to take ownership of incredible projects and grow your career with a dedicated team,