Design Engineer

Weber Inc; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Weber Inc. is seeking a Design Engineer to lead mechanical design efforts for food-industry equipment from concept to product launch. You will develop clear manufacturing drawings, perform analyses, and support prototypes to prove design requirements.

The role requires 3+ years in design engineering, a BS in Mechanical Engineering, and strong SolidWorks/DFMEA skills, with occasional travel to North America and Germany. Travel-friendly environment and cross-functional collaboration are emphasized.

Qualifications

• BS or higher in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• 3+ years in design engineering, preferably in food equipment.
• Strong proficiency in SolidWorks and GD&T principles.
• Familiarity with hygienic design and manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Execute mechanical design from ideation through product launch.
• Create manufacturing drawings and layouts (SI) for equipment.
• Perform analyses and DFMEA, verify design requirements with prototypes.
• Support modification projects on installed customer equipment.
• Mentor and train junior design engineers as needed.

Skills

2D CAD

3D modelling

GD&T

Hygienic design

FEA

DFMEA

Manufacturing processes

German language

Education

B.S. Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

FEA software

Job description

Position SummaryThe Design Engineer is responsible for the execution of mechanical design from ideation through product launch for equipment solutions in the food industry, requiring a strong competency in engineering knowledge and tools and understanding of manufacturing processes. This position sees a range of responsibilities across multiple, diverse, and concurrent design projects including mechanical design lead roles as well as supportive roles. The Design Engineer II leverages their knowledge, skills, and experience to mentor and train other design engineers and foster the overall growth of the team.

Job Title: Design Engineer

Department: Engineering

Reports to: Engineering Manager

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Position SummaryThe Design Engineer is responsible for the execution of mechanical design from ideation through product launch for equipment solutions in the food industry, requiring a strong competency in engineering knowledge and tools and understanding of manufacturing processes. This position sees a range of responsibilities across multiple, diverse, and concurrent design projects including mechanical design lead roles as well as supportive roles. The Design Engineer II leverages their knowledge, skills, and experience to mentor and train other design engineers and foster the overall growth of the team.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Complete mechanical designs using hygienic design principles for food industry equipment solutions.
• Create clear and accurate manufacturing detail drawings (SI) and equipment layouts as necessary.
• Conduct engineering analyses and perform relevant computations and application of engineering knowledge in design and evaluation, including DFMEA.
• Build and test proof of concept prototypes to verify compliance with design requirements.
• Design and provide technical support for modification projects to installed customer equipment.
• Create, revise, and maintain technical machine documentation.
• Communicate and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams (Electrical, Fluid, Controls, and Safety) regarding requirements for mechanical design.
• Communicate and collaborate effectively with internal Manufacturing and external vendors regarding manufacturing specifications and execution.
• Provide general technical guidance and support for troubleshooting of customer equipment and other diverse internal projects.
• Mentors and trains other design engineers in team, including review of detail drawings as necessary.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Skills and Abilities

• Proficiency in 2D CAD and 3D modelling software (SolidWorks preferred)
• Proficiency in detailing manufacturing drawings including the application of GD&T.
• Knowledge of Food Slicing and Automation technologies as well as standard industry practices for diverse product applications, preferred.
• Knowledge of Food Packaging technologies as well as standard industry practices for diverse package types and applications, preferred.
• Design competence in package forming, sealing, cutting, and other packaging subsystems, preferred.
• Excellent knowledge and application of hygienic requirements in design.
• Strong knowledge of and ability to implement a variety of engineering tools and practices including FEA and DFMEA.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes, techniques, and equipment in machining and fabrication.
• Competent understanding of the application of controls and electrical and pneumatic design in machine design.
• Proficiency in German language is preferred but not required.

Education and Experience

• B.S. or higher in Mechanical Engineering or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 3+ years of relevant Design Engineering experience (Food Industry) strongly preferred.

Other Requirements

• Must have a valid and unrestricted driver's license. Real ID-compliant driver’s license or other TSA approved alternative form of identification required for travel.
• Valid U.S. passport or can obtain one.
• Must have the ability to travel within North America and Germany occasionally.

Position Type: Full Time

Classification: Exempt

Travel Requirements: Occasional

Behavior Standard

Maintain a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a respectful manner to get along with customers, co-workers and management. Always strive to provide the Perfect Portion.