Senior Design Engineer - Mechanical Systems Innovator

6 Degrees Search; Waterloo (IA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

6 Degrees Search in Waterloo, Iowa, is seeking a Senior Design Engineer to lead mechanical product and system design within a team of up to 10 engineers. You will translate customer requirements into feasible designs and guide projects from concept through testing.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering, 5+ years of experience, and familiarity with heavy haul trailer and heavy equipment engineering.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering required.
• 5+ years experience as Senior Design Engineer.
• Heavy haul trailer and heavy equipment engineering experience a plus.
• Proficient in Excel and design software; understands cost accounting.
• Lean enterprise principles and practices.

Responsibilities

• Plan and complete engineering projects by studying customer requirements, market demand, and competitors' products; scheduling and assigning employees; following up on work results.
• Evaluate mechanical systems and products by designing and conducting research programs; applying principles of mechanics, hydraulics, and materials.
• Confirm system and product capabilities by designing feasibility and testing methods; testing properties.
• Develop mechanical products by studying customer requirements; researching and testing manufacturing and assembly methods and materials.
• Develop manufacturing processes by designing and modifying equipment for fabricating, building, assembling, and installing components.
• Assure system and product quality by designing testing methods; testing finished product and system capabilities; confirming fabrication, assembly, and installation process.
• Prepare product reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.
• Maintain product and company reputation by complying with government regulations.
• Maintain system and product database by writing computer programs and entering data.
• Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

Job description

6 Degrees Search in Waterloo, Iowa, is seeking a Senior Design Engineer to lead mechanical product and system design within a team of up to 10 engineers. You will translate customer requirements into feasible designs and guide projects from concept through testing.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering, 5+ years of experience, and familiarity with heavy haul trailer and heavy equipment engineering.