Senior Design Engineer

Cycles Worldwide, LLC; Wisconsin; Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Cycles Worldwide, LLC is seeking an experienced project leader for managing research, design, prototyping and cross-functional teams in the power-sports sector. You will guide engineering efforts, develop timelines, and ensure deliverables meet specifications, budgets, and regulatory requirements.

The role requires a B.S. in a related engineering field, at least five years of project leadership, and proficiency with SolidWorks.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in an engineering field (Industrial Design, Mechanical Engineering or related).
• Minimum of 5 years leading projects and teams in engineering environments.
• SolidWorks proficiency and experience with CAD in PowerSports or related industries.
• Familiarity with IC engines and engine components.
• Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead project teams and design reviews, ensuring on-time, on-budget delivery.
• Coordinate with engineering, purchasing, production and quality to meet specs.
• Develop prototypes and test plans to validate design performance and reliability.
• Establish and monitor project timelines, budgets, and risk assessments.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and internal development processes.

Skills

Project leadership

Cross-functional teams

SolidWorks

Mechanical design

Industrial design

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

B.S. in Industrial Design, Mechanical Engineering, or related Engineering degree

Tools

SolidWorks 3D CAD

Job description

Responsible for managing projects and project teams and also technical guidance and leadership. This includes design, research, prototyping, engineering documentation, estimating and process improvement. Creation and monitoring of project timelines. Responsible for work with engineers, technicians, purchasing, other personnel, and suppliers to meet project goals. Perform tasks as required to complete projects on time and under budget.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Research new materials and methods of development
• Confirm designs with engineering/purchasing team
• Ensure components and assemblies adhere to applicable industry and business standards
• Establishes specifications, targets, and deliverables and maintains the product specifications from the reviews with all relevant parties (management, marketing, finance, engineering, manufacturing, quality, sales, etc.)
• Plans and directs the construction of prototypes to meet customer and company regulatory requirements
• Project planning including Work Breakdown Structure, NPV, and Statement of Requirements, budgets, and maintenance of all project documents in accordance with the Product Development Process
• Leads project meetings, design reviews, and communicates results
• Create test reports and analyze data to determine if design meets function and performance specifications
• Establish test requirements, directs and supports testing of prototypes to verify reliability and performance
• Work within specified budget guidelines
• Determine if parts meet minimum stress levels and regulatory compliance through test and analysis
• Lead investigation of field problems and warranty issues
• Identify and select appropriate materials and manufacturing processes
• Research new technology as it relates to our industry
• Perform other projects and tasks as assigned
• Thoroughly understand and adhere to the department goals, objectives, and strategy
• Establish and maintain credibility throughout the organization as an effective developer of solutions
• Present and maintain positive morale amongst employees

QUALIFICATIONS:

• B.S. in Industrial Design, Mechanical Engineering, or related Engineering degree
• Experienced working as an engineering professional in Powersports or a related industry preferred
• Minimum of 5 years experience in project and team leadership
• Knowledge of SolidWorks 3D CAD software
• Flexible, energetic, forward-thinking, and creative with high moral and ethical standards
• High analytical ability, good judgment, and strong organizational focus
• Well organized and self-directed
• Familiarity with IC engines and their components
• Able to relate to people at all levels of the organization in a positive fashion
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; working knowledge of computer applications (Microsoft Office/Google Suite)

WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Work is performed in an office environment with occasional exposure to production environment
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, use hands, reach with hands and arms, and may be required to balance, stoop, kneel or crawl.
• The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds
• Must comply with safety equipment standards: safety glasses, hearing protection, and safety toe shoes when present on production floor