Design Engineer: CAD, Testing & Hydraulics

Vermeer Corporation; Piedmont (SC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Vermeer Corporation designs and builds construction and agricultural equipment, with a focus on supporting global infrastructure and communities. The role is hands-on and centered on researching, designing, building, and testing new equipment to meet evolving needs.

In this position you will use CAD tools and engineering principles to develop robust solutions, analyze data, and validate designs through prototyping and testing.

Qualifications

• Four-year degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Agriculture or Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• Ability to identify root cause of component failures.
• Knowledge of FEA, hydraulics, electronics, engine systems, materials strength, durability.

Responsibilities

• Analyze data and develop CAD models to optimize design opportunities.
• Use CAD tools to design, document, build and test new solutions.
• Create prototype parts with SolidWorks, PDMWorks, and ECN tools.
• Work in a team to meet goals and metrics.
• Test design changes to improve machine performance and reliability.
• Develop relationships with teammates and engineering functions.

Skills

CAD modeling

SolidWorks

Data analysis

Team collaboration

Engineering principles

Prototype testing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Industrial/Agriculture or Electrical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

PDMWorks

ECN tools

Job description

Vermeer Corporation designs and builds construction and agricultural equipment, with a focus on supporting global infrastructure and communities. The role is hands-on and centered on researching, designing, building, and testing new equipment to meet evolving needs.

In this position you will use CAD tools and engineering principles to develop robust solutions, analyze data, and validate designs through prototyping and testing.