Product Engineer

Hendrickson; Mount Vernon (MO); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Hendrickson in Missouri is seeking an experienced mechanical engineer to drive the overall suspension system design and development. You will validate designs, manage design analysis projects, and push continuous improvements across the product portfolio.

The role requires 4–6 years of vehicle structural design experience, strong CAD/FEA skills, and familiarity with IATF 16949/ISO 9001 practices. On-site work, with occasional travel to supplier and customer sites, is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical, Industrial, Agricultural, Aeronautical, or related engineering field.
• 4–6 years' experience in vehicle structural design with exposure to dynamic analysis, finite element analysis, fatigue analysis.
• Experience managing development projects and meeting deadlines.
• Experience with CAD/Analysis tools; IATF 16949/ISO 9001 experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage all technical aspects of major product design and development, utilizing the SPDD process.
• Design, validate, and provide test reports and sign-off documents for production readiness.
• Coordinate with CAD, FEA, and laboratory personnel and interface with other departments.
• Coordinate technical design and test aspects on projects with suppliers and customers.
• Drive continuous improvement, safety, and value across projects.
• Lead cross-functional launch efforts and maintain project schedules.

Skills

Cross-functional leadership

Communication skills

Project management

CAD/FEA proficiency

Safety compliance

Education

B.S. in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD software

FEA tools

Job description

Job Summary

Overall suspension system design and development. Responsible for validating designs, managing design analysis projects, and providing continuous improvement.

Essential Functions

• Manage all technical aspects of major product design and development and/or multiple smaller products, utilizing the Product Planning and Development Procedure.
• Design, validate, and provide test reports and sign-off documents to ensure production readiness. Design for manufacturing.
• Coordinate with CAD, FEA, and laboratory personnel and interface with other departments.
• Coordinate the technical design and test aspects on projects with suppliers and customers.
• Provide continuous improvement through employee development, process improvement, and elimination of waste and assure safety in the lab and office. Manage value added, value engineered projects.
• Work with the product portfolio team throughout the SPDD process to define project objectives.
• Interface with the end user for technical calls and develop actions plans as required.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Maintain regular attendance.

Education And Training

• Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Agricultural, Aeronautical, or related engineering field required.

Minimum Qualifications

• Four to six years' experience in vehicle structural design (preferably heavy or medium duty truck) with exposure to dynamic structural analysis, finite element analysis, fatigue analysis, and product design preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to manage development projects and meet deadlines.
• Demonstrated experience/skill in product innovation.
• Some controls experience a plus.
• Exposure to or training in vehicle dynamics or vibration and controls background desirable.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to lead a cross-functional launch effort.
• Self-starter with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Working understanding and knowledge of Computer Aided Design and Analysis tools.
• G.D. & T. and IATF 16949, ISO 9001 experience preferred.
• Occasional travel required.

Physical Demands

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position constantly, or move about consistently, must be able to lift 50 lbs
• Minimal need to move about inside office and plant designated area.
• Occasional movement of hands, wrists, or fingers such as typing, filing, and writing.

Environmental Conditions

• Constantly exposed to office designated area.
• Minimal exposure to loud noises.

Behavioral Traits

• Innovative, Feedback, and Cooperation
• Attention to Detail
• Facilitating Groups
• Managing Programs or Projects
• Self-Management
• Safety Focus
• Teamwork
• This is not a comprehensive list of duties. Duties may change without notice in management's sole discretion. Hendrickson is an at-will employer, each employee is free to resign at any time, just as Hendrickson is free to terminate employment at any time without cause or notice. , We offer a full complement of benefits that include medical, dental, and vision insurance; life, travel, and disability insurance; a flexible spending account; 401K plans; a pension plan; paid holidays and vacation. We also offer financial assistance programs if you decide to adopt a child or want to pursue further education. We have a comprehensive wellness program and an Employee Assistance Program, that supports individuals in the proactive management of their overall health and wellness.