Design Engineer

Rite-Hite; Dubuque (IA); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Well-being

Retirement savings

Paid holidays

Job summary

Rite-Hite in Dubuque, IA, is seeking a Design Engineer to design products that meet criteria and support them after production begins. This hybrid role requires collaboration with a cross‑functional team to drive successful product development. You will create CAD drawings, perform analyses, develop cost estimates, and coordinate with suppliers. A mechanical engineering degree with experience (and PE certification) is highly valued, along with a commitment to quality and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering with at least two years of related experience, or an equivalent combination including PE.
• PE certification is preferred.
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage broad and complex design tasks per the Stage Gate process.
• Lead project teams and coordinate with suppliers.
• Create CAD drawings and analyze designs for life and performance.
• Develop product cost estimates and test plans.

Skills

Project leadership

Design engineering

Prototyping

CAD leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

PE certification

Tools

CAD software

Job description

At Rite-Hite, your work makes an impact. As the global leader in loading dock and door equipment, we design and deliver solutions that keep our customers safe, secure, and productive. Here, you’ll find innovation, stability, and the chance to grow your career as part of a team that’s always looking ahead.

Rite-Hite is seeking a Design Engineer to join our team. This position is responsible for the designing of products that meet the criteria set forth, and supporting products after production introduction.

This is a Hybrid role based out of Dubuque, IA.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Manage broad and complex tasks/projects in accordance with the Rite-Hite Stage Gate design process.
• Provide professional leadership to members of the project team.
• Aggressively pursue participation, feedback and concurrences from all sources which have influence on the project.
• Take a leadership role in the development of product requirements, concepts and prototypes.
• Conceptualize designs as relating to product definitions.
• Design parts/products for prototyping/production.
• Perform mathematical verification and modeling of designs.
• Analyze components or systems for design life and performance.
• Write test plans and direct tests to verify analysis.
• Design test stands.
• Develop new product cost estimates with cost accounting.
• Coordinate with suppliers.
• Write purchase specifications.
• Create CAD drawings and models for concepts, prototyping, and testing.
• Review drawings and models for accuracy.
• Design tooling and fixtures.
• Prepare and deliver presentations to project teams and management as required.
• Support production, customer service, applications, special order engineering and aftermarket engineering.
• Visit customer sites as necessary to evaluate and troubleshoot product
• Create or direct engineering change notices and sign for technical acceptance.
• Follow all established procedures, standards and policies.
• Maintain a professional working atmosphere.
• Responsible for executing and supporting the quality system and procedures in the effort for continuous improvement.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:

• Manage broad and complex tasks/projects.
• Design and analyze components or systems for design life and performance, failure analysis.
• Write test plans and direct testing.
• Create or direct ECN's.
• Design tooling and fixtures.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

Bachelor's degree (B. S.) from four year college or university in mechanical engineering; with at least two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience as demonstrated by PE certification.

What We Offer

At Rite-Hite, we take care of our people – because when you’re supported, you can do your best work. Our benefits are designed to support your health, your future and your life outside of work:

• Health & Well-being: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, plus life and disability insurance. A robust well-being program with an opportunity to receive an extra day off and more.
• Financial Security: A strong retirement savings program with 401(k), company match, and profit sharing.
• Time for You: Paid holidays, vacation time, and personal/sick days each year.

Join us and build a career where you’re supported – at work and beyond.

Rite-Hite is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law. In accordance with VEVRAA, we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities for protected veterans. We are also committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace for the safety of our employees and customers.