Design Engineer I (L&C Professional) - The Toro Company

The Toro Company; Bloomington (IN); On-site; USD 74,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dress for your day

onsite facilities & café

Wellness programs

Volunteer hours

Summer hours

Job summary

The Toro Company, headquartered in Bloomington, MN, seeks a Mechanical Engineer to join a cross-functional team developing and refining agricultural and lawn care equipment. You will design components, run analyses, and document solutions throughout the product lifecycle.

You will gain exposure to product development processes, CAD modeling, prototyping, and collaboration with manufacturing and sourcing teams. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits accompany the role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (or related discipline).
• 0–3 years of engineering experience in product development or related fields.
• Experience using 3D CAD software for design and documentation.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Effective written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop component and system-level designs for new products, enhancements, and cost-reduction initiatives.
• Create and maintain 3D CAD models, drawings, BOMs, and documentation.
• Perform analysis, feasibility studies, prototype evaluations, and design validation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet performance, cost, durability, and manufacturability goals.
• Support prototype builds, testing, and documentation of findings for design improvements.
• Research materials and manufacturing processes to enhance product performance.

Skills

3D CAD

Mechanical aptitude

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Engineering

Tools

Creo

Other 3D CAD platforms

Job description

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of a school/employment or any other visa, regardless ofexpirationdate, now or in the future.

Who Are We?

The Toro Company is a homegrown, Minnesota-based company that has been in business since 1914. We pride ourselves on providing world-class equipment to helpmaintainthe environment that we love, while putting an emphasis on giving back to the communities that surround us.From residential lawns and gardens,to venues such as St Andrews Links and Target Field, we are a company with a global footprint and a passion for helping people beautify whatever landscape they may be in. With 100 years of operation under our belt and ahealthy tenure,come find out what makes The Toro Company the best place in the Twin Cities to build a career.

Position Summary

This position supports new product development, product improvements, and current products engineering activities through the design, development, testing, and documentation of mechanical systems and components. Working as part of a cross-functional product development team, this position contributes to engineering projects from concept through production by creating innovative, reliable, and manufacturable solutions that meet customer needs and business objectives. This position develops technical expertise while gaining experience with Toro product development processes, engineering standards, manufacturing methods, and project execution.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop component and system-level designs for new products, product enhancements, and cost-reduction initiatives.
• Create and maintain 3D CAD models, engineering drawings, bills of materials (BOMs), and related product documentation.
• Perform engineering analysis, feasibility studies, prototype evaluations, and design validation activities to support product development.
• Collaborate with product evaluation, manufacturing, sourcing, quality, service, marketing, and supplier teams to ensure designs meet performance, cost, durability, safety, and manufacturability requirements.
• Work closely with Product Development Lab personnel in the creation of prototype components, assemblies, and machines.
• Support prototype builds, product testing, and troubleshooting activities while documenting findings and implementing design improvements.
• Research materials, manufacturing processes, and emerging technologies to enhance product performance and value.
• Assist in resolving product quality issues and implementing continuous improvement opportunities for existing products.
• Ensure engineering documentation is completed accurately and maintained in accordance with company standards and product lifecycle management (PLM) requirements.
• Participate in project reviews and contribute to meeting project schedules, cost targets, and technical objectives.
• Apply Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFMA) principles and engineering best practices throughout the product development process.
• Work with suppliers and internal stakeholders to support component development, sourcing activities, and production readiness.
• Maintain compliance with Toro engineering standards, regulatory requirements, and applicable industry safety standards.

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• 0–3 years of engineering experience in product development, design engineering, manufacturing engineering, or related technical fields.
• Experience using 3D CAD software for product design and engineering documentation.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem‑solving skills.
• Effective written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a team-oriented environment.

Preferred

• Experience with Creo or similar 3D CAD platforms.
• Familiarity with engineering drawings, GD&T, BOM structures, and documentation control processes.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes such as sheet metal fabrication, welding, castings, machining, and plastics.
• Experience with Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) systems (e.g., PTC Windchill) and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems (e.g., SAP).
• Familiarity with DFMA principles, product testing, and continuous improvement methodologies.

Key Competencies

Mechanical Design

Product Development

Technical Problem Solving

CAD Modeling and Drafting

Engineering Documentation

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Continuous Improvement

Project Execution

Attention to Detail

Customer Focus

**What Can We Give You?**

At The Toro Company, we are always working to make sure our employees know just how valued they are. In addition to a competitive salary, an affordable and top tier medical/dental/vision plan, 401k, and many other great benefits -The Toro company offers employees at ourBloomington, MN HQlocation a variety ofperks, including:

• Dress for your day- We knowyou’remore productive whenyou’re comfortable, which is why TTC employees are encouraged to take advantage of our casual, corporate environment.
• Location– Convenientlylocatednear both St. Paul and Minneapolis, we are centrallylocatedfor most commuters!
• Food- Take advantage of our onsite café, which serves both breakfast and lunch. With a Caribou Coffee attached, you can grab a snack and a coffee at any time during your day.
• Wellness- The Toro Company’s HQ offers complimentary use of our onsite fitness facility to employees. In addition to physicalwellbeing, TTC offers a variety of mental health and financial health resources to all employees.
• Volunteerism- The Toro Company is proud to provideemployees20 hours of paid time to volunteer in the community.
• Summer Hours– Enjoy a flexible schedule during the summer! By working a little more during the first few days of the week, TTC employees at our Bloomington HQ are able to start their weekends early and leave by noon on Friday.
• Competitive Salary– The pay rangetakes into accountskills, experience, education, and location. It is not common to be hired at or near the top of the range; compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the annual pay range is between$74,000 - $92,000. Cash compensation is one piece of our competitive total rewards package.You may be eligible to participate in an incentive program, which rewards employees based on individual and organizational performance. Eligibility and award amounts are determined by company policy and performance metrics.If you need to, you can access your pay early with thedailypayapp.

At The Toro Company, we are committed to fostering a secure and trustworthy recruitment experience for our applicants. Recruitment fraud is a growing concern for job seekers, so please be aware that throughout our recruitment process,you’llneverbe requiredto pay any fees ordisclosepersonal financial details when applying to TTC opportunities. All legitimate job opportunities must beapplied fordirectly through our official careers page at jobs.thetorocompany.com or via Workday, our applicant tracking system.

The Toro Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants based on merit and do not discriminateon the basis ofrace, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military service, or other non-merit factors. We are committed to creating a welcoming environment for all employees.