Design Engineer: CAD, FEA & Adventure Vehicle

Storyteller Overland, LLC; Birmingham (AL); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Storyteller Overland, LLC is seeking a Design Engineer to join the TED team in Birmingham, AL. You will own design challenges from concept through resolution, while representing the Storyteller brand within our community of vanlifers and outdoor enthusiasts.

The role focuses on SolidWorks-driven vehicle components, applying DF M and FMEA practices, and collaborating across engineering and manufacturing to deliver robust rigs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• 4+ years SolidWorks modeling experience including sheet metal, surfacing, and weldments.
• 2+ years mechanical design or product development experience.
• Experience working in or around manufacturing with understanding of common methods.
• Proven track record in fast-paced, high-stress roles requiring attention to detail.
• Experience partnering with vendors/suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Develop, modify, and maintain SolidWorks part, drawing, and assembly files meeting project specs.
• Collaborate with design and engineering teams to model vehicle components, prototypes, and production support equipment.
• Perform static, dynamic, and fatigue Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and provide recommendations.
• Review designs using DF M for manufacturability and efficiency.
• Coordinate with manufacturing to adjust designs to As-Built specifications and improve models.
• Lead safety-critical design initiatives using FMEA-driven decisions.
• Delegate tasks to drafters and manage budgets while ensuring quality.
• Foster collaboration and cross-functional teamwork across TED.

Skills

SolidWorks design

Weldments

Sheet metal

Engineering calculations

Learning agility

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Organization

Communication (verbal)

Communication (written)

Teamwork

Active listening

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering

4+ years SolidWorks modeling experience including sheet metal, surfacing, and weldments

2+ years mechanical design or product development experience

Tools

SolidWorks

MS Office

G Suite

Job description

Storyteller Overland, LLC is seeking a Design Engineer to join the TED team in Birmingham, AL. You will own design challenges from concept through resolution, while representing the Storyteller brand within our community of vanlifers and outdoor enthusiasts.

The role focuses on SolidWorks-driven vehicle components, applying DF M and FMEA practices, and collaborating across engineering and manufacturing to deliver robust rigs.