Design Engineer – Architectural Solutions (On-Site Wichita)

Balco, Inc.; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

ESOP

Job summary

Balco, Inc. in Wichita, Kansas, seeks a Design Engineer to join a fast-paced, multi-disciplinary engineering team focused on architectural expansion joints and fire barriers.

You will design, analyze, and prototype new concepts using Solidworks, perform FEA/CFD simulations, and collaborate with customers and suppliers. This on-site role requires presenting designs, leading design reviews, and guiding validation testing, with travel to test labs ~10%.

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent field.
• Architectural/Construction industry experience is a plus.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite.
• Proficient in Solidworks.
• Proficient in Solidworks Simulation or similar FEA software.
• Strong work ethic and self-starter mindset.
• Ability to manage multiple projects on time and within budget.
• Ability to present technical information to management and customers.

Responsibilities

• Execute research, design and development projects per spec, timeline, and cost targets.
• Model products using Solidworks; create assemblies, drawings, and criteria.
• Perform FEA/CFD using Solidworks Simulation.
• Interface with customers; provide technical and project support.
• Interface with vendors; specify components and validate quality.
• Build and test in-house mock-ups to validate designs.
• Coordinate and oversee design validation testing with third-party labs.
• Apply DFMA with production to optimize designs.
• Lead design reviews and present to management and team.
• Create ECOs, part specs, and installation documents for changes.
• Provide training on new product design and function.
• Support product showcases with engineering mock-ups and demonstrations.

Skills

Self-starter

Strong communication

Multi-project management

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Solidworks

Solidworks Simulation

FEA software

MS Office Suite

Job description

Balco, Inc. in Wichita, Kansas, seeks a Design Engineer to join a fast-paced, multi-disciplinary engineering team focused on architectural expansion joints and fire barriers.

You will design, analyze, and prototype new concepts using Solidworks, perform FEA/CFD simulations, and collaborate with customers and suppliers. This on-site role requires presenting designs, leading design reviews, and guiding validation testing, with travel to test labs ~10%.