Design Engineer

IFP Motions Solutions Inc.; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) and Profit Sharing

Medical, dental, and vision plans

Life and pet insurance

Wellness program

Fitness club subsidies

Job summary

IFP Motion Solutions Inc. in Cedar Rapids, Iowa is looking for a Design Engineer to develop hydraulic power units and systems. This role requires hands-on experience in SolidWorks and collaboration with engineering teams for quality designs.

The candidate should have 2-4 years of design engineering experience, strong hydraulic systems knowledge, and excellent communication skills. The position offers a rewarding work environment with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-4 years of mechanical design engineering experience, or equivalent with hydraulic systems background.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks for 3D modeling and assemblies.
• Working knowledge of GD&T for manufacturable drawings.

Responsibilities

• Provide hydraulic design and development for HPUs, valves, and complete systems.
• Create and maintain 3D models and part drawings in SolidWorks.
• Collaborate with teams to resolve design and production issues.

Skills

Hydraulic design and development

SolidWorks proficiency

Geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T)

Mechanical engineering principles

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

IFP Motion Solutions Inc. is a growing motion control company based in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, with operations in 13 states. All locations work together to provide a range of services including manufacturing, repair, design engineering, and distribution of components. Our customer base includes industrial manufacturers, mobile integrations, and fluid power OEMs. With a knowledgeable sales team and a large inventory, we have the capability to design, prototype, manufacture, and service a wide range of motion control systems.

Summary

We are seeking a talented and driven Design Engineer to join our team. As a Design Engineer, you will design and develop hydraulic power units (HPUs), valves and manifolds, and complete hydraulic systems; taking projects from concept through detailed design and into production. You will work hands‑on in SolidWorks and collaborate closely with our internal engineering teams and shop floor to deliver quality designs.

Responsibilities

• Provide hydraulic design and development for power units (HPUs), valves, manifolds, and complete systems of varied complexity.
• Create and maintain 3D models, detailed part drawings, and assemblies in SolidWorks.
• Apply geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) to ensure manufacturability and proper fit.
• Select appropriate hydraulic components and size systems to meet performance and application requirements.
• Collaborate with internal teams and the shop floor to resolve design and production issues.
• Support prototyping, testing, and design validation, and revise designs based on findings.
• Maintain accurate engineering documentation, BOMs, and revision control.

Job Requirements

• Minimum 2-4 years of mechanical design engineering experience, OR equivalent experience with a strong hydraulic systems/components background.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks for 3D modeling, detailing, and assemblies.
• Working knowledge of GD&T and the ability to produce manufacturable, production‑ready drawings.
• Solid understanding of hydraulic principles and components.
• Has the ability to manage multiple tasks, has excellent attention to detail, and is willing and able to learn new technologies quickly.
• Has solid verbal and written communication skills. Works well as an individual and in a team within a manufacturing or production environment.

Additional Beneficial Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field from an accredited college/university (strongly preferred).
• Experience reading and interpreting hydraulic schematics.
• Familiarity with FEA / stress analysis.
• Prior experience designing HPUs, manifolds, or complete hydraulic systems.

Benefits

Starting wage commensurate with the experience level of the candidate. Enjoy a rewarding work environment and competitive benefits, including 401(k) and Profit Sharing with financial advisor support, medical, dental, vision plans, life and pet insurance, wellness program, and fitness club subsidies.

About IFP

IFP Motion Solutions Inc. is a growing motion control corporation headquartered in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Our business spans 13 states with four physical locations: Cedar Rapids, Minneapolis, Houston, and Kansas City. It employs 210+ team members across Engineering, Manufacturing, Assembly, Hydraulic Repair, Field Service, Warehouse & Distribution, Customer Service, Purchasing, Accounting, Marketing, and Sales. Our locations collaborate to serve a unique blend of manufacturing, repair & refurbishing, design engineering, and components distribution. Our customers include industrial manufacturers, mobile integrations, and fluid power OEMs. Combined with our knowledgeable sales team and expansive inventory, we can design, prototype, manufacture, or service any conceivable motion control system.