Design Engineer

Cindavi; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Cindavi is seeking a Design Engineer to own the entire project from concept to rollout, focusing on complex trailer products. This role requires hands-on leadership and full cradle-to-grave responsibility for design and development.

You will drive the design lifecycle, perform structural analyses, and collaborate across departments to ensure manufacturability and on-time delivery, all while working onsite in Cresco, IA.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 2–5+ years of mechanical design experience.
• Strong CAD proficiency, AutoCAD Inventor preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to own projects and meet deadlines.
• Onsite work in Cresco, IA with hands-on role in manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop specialty trailer components and full systems.
• Own the design lifecycle from concept to manufacturing.
• Perform structural analysis and FEA for durability and safety.
• Collaborate with Sales, Operations, and IE teams for fabrication optimization.
• Manage projects, timelines, and deliverables with autonomy.

Skills

CAD proficiency

Project ownership

3D CAD tools

FEA analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Inventor

Other 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.