Design Engineer II: CAD, FEA & Hydraulics

Vermeer; Pella (IA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Vermeer in Iowa seeks an engineer to influence the design of welded structures, engine systems and hydraulic equipment for construction and agricultural gear. You will research, analyze, design, build and test new equipment, solving problems with a hands-on, team-based approach.

You’ll use CAD tools and engineering principles to develop robust solutions, coordinate testing, and collaborate with stakeholders across Vermeer’s engineering functions to deliver reliable performance for global

Qualifications

• Four-year college degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Agriculture or Electrical Engineering and two years’ experience or equivalent education and experience.
• Ability to identify the root cause of manufactured or purchased component failures.
• Knowledge in the FEA, hydraulics, electronics, engine systems, statistics, strength of materials, durability and serviceability of products.
• Ability to create robust design, identify changes early in the design progress and to recognize design commonality.
• Ability to provide informative and professional assistance when working with the public/customers and co-workers and maintain positive interpersonal relationships which encourage openness with customers and peers.
• Ability to operate simple mechanics tools and wrenches, assembly hand tools, drill press, lathe, band saw and assembly power tools.
• Ability to effectively manage time and resources to meet the needs and schedules of internal customers and respond immediately to production questions and crisis with solutions.
• Ability to understand material strengths, fatigue strength, and manufacturability to ensure that the right configuration and materials are utilized.

Responsibilities

• Utilize engineering principals and industry knowledge to analyze data and/or develop CAD models to optimize design opportunities and possess FEA skills.
• Apply technical knowledge and engineering principles to invent, design, document, build and test new solutions for assigned industry using CAD tools.
• Use SolidWorks, PDMWorks, ECN tools and other design tools to produce prototype parts.
• Work in a team environment and assist team members to ensure the team and team members meet their goals.
• Competent at coordinating, executing, and reviewing results from machine testing to ensure designs meet performance and reliability criteria.
• Build and grow relationships with stakeholders and cross-functional partners to successfully execute on projects and possess sound knowledge of the Vermeer engineering functions.

Education

Four-year college degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Agriculture or Electrical Engineering

Job description

Vermeer in Iowa seeks an engineer to influence the design of welded structures, engine systems and hydraulic equipment for construction and agricultural gear. You will research, analyze, design, build and test new equipment, solving problems with a hands-on, team-based approach.

You’ll use CAD tools and engineering principles to develop robust solutions, coordinate testing, and collaborate with stakeholders across Vermeer’s engineering functions to deliver reliable performance for global