Senior Design Engineer: Lean, Automation & Heavy Equipment

Ilocatum; Waterloo (IA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Ilocatum in Waterloo, IA is seeking a Senior Design Engineer to lead mechanical product design efforts. You will collaborate with a team of up to 10 engineers to deliver robust systems that meet customer requirements. The role covers project planning, testing, and process improvements, with opportunities to influence costs and manufacturing methods. Strong CAD skills and Lean mindset are essential. The company emphasizes collaboration and quality assurance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering required.
• 5+ years experience as an engineer.
• Must have advanced computer skills.
• Excel and design software proficiency.
• Lean enterprise principles knowledge is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Plan and complete engineering projects by studying requirements and scheduling teams.
• Evaluate mechanical systems by designing research programs and applying mechanics principles.
• Design feasibility tests and verification methods for products.
• Develop manufacturing processes focusing on cost reduction and improvements.
• Write programs and maintain data for system and product databases.
• Maintain professional knowledge through workshops and publications.

Skills

Communication

Analytical thinking

Lean practices

Cost accounting

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Excel

Design software systems

Job description

Ilocatum in Waterloo, IA is seeking a Senior Design Engineer to lead mechanical product design efforts. You will collaborate with a team of up to 10 engineers to deliver robust systems that meet customer requirements. The role covers project planning, testing, and process improvements, with opportunities to influence costs and manufacturing methods. Strong CAD skills and Lean mindset are essential. The company emphasizes collaboration and quality assurance.