Product Engineer

Winnebago Industries, Inc.; Forest City (IA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Winnebago Industries, Inc seeks a Design Engineer in Forest City, IA to support new product development and ongoing product improvements. You will produce drawings, validate designs, and oversee installation of your concepts within production constraints.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field, 4+ years of mechanical design experience, proficiency with Siemens NX or similar CAD tools, and strong communication across cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field.
• 4+ years of combined education and experience in mechanical design.
• Proficient with professional design standards and drafting practices.
• Strong communication skills (verbal and written).
• Able to collaborate across cross-functional groups.

Responsibilities

• Design and validate mechanical systems and components using engineering principles.
• Release all drawings and components for production within cost and time parameters.
• Conceptualize designs and convey fabrication requirements clearly.
• Coordinate with supply chain to analyze vendor samples and drawings.
• Investigate design and assembly improvements to enhance safety and reduce costs.
• Develop production work instructions, tooling requirements, and manufacturability.

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or relevant engineering field

Tools

Siemens NX

Microsoft Office

ERP systems

Job description

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Full Time Indirect Forest City, IA, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 2763

Primary Objective of Position

The Design Engineer supports all functions of the New Product Development and Ongoing Product Development programs including qualification of new components, investigating design and assembly non-conformances, integration of new parts and systems, and execute product improvements by utilizing robust engineering practices. Using criteria from product plans, styling sheets, development schedules, and input from engineering management a Design Engineer will produce drawings and oversee the installation process of their designs.This role is responsible for the tactical and systematic management of development and changes required for the release and lifecycle of the product.

Key Areas of Responsibility

• Design and validate systems and components using acceptable engineering principles of design
• Release for production all components and drawings required to complete the assigned project within cost and time parameters
• Conceptualize designs, plans, details, and procedures to accurately convey construction and fabrication requirements
• Coordinate with supply chain to analyze vendor-supplied samples and drawings to incorporate the required information and designs into the final product
• Investigate design and assembly improvements to improve safety, and reduce warranty, cost, and complexity
• Work within company design parameters and all state, federal, and foreign statutes regarding design requirements
• Collaborate with manufacturing engineering as required to develop production work instructions, tooling requirements, and manufacturability
• Follow standard work instructions and complete required documentation
• Work in a safe manner and follow all company safety policies
• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or relevant engineering field
• At least four years of combined education and experience in design of mechanical systems
• Thorough understanding and efficiency with professional design standards and drafting practices
• Working knowledge of mechanical engineering and design
• Proficient in Siemens NX or similar CAD modeling systems
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, familiar with ERP systems
• Professional verbal and written communication skills
• Versed in collaborating effectively across multiple cross-functional groups and within all levels of the company

Preferred Qualifications

• Project experience with complex, multidiscipline programs
• GD&T experience
• Knowledge of industry and governmental standards for RV manufacturing