Design Engineer

Position Overview

Role is onsite in Washington, IA. Performs a variety of engineering work in leading, planning, and design (or redesign) of products and/or product components. Will work with other engineering or production disciplines to ensure proper implementation of design (redesign). Prepares sketches or complete detail and layout drawings from verbal or written instructions on the most complex products or plant equipment. Works independently on the development of original designs or adaptations requiring specialized experience.

Essential Job Functions

• Will be actively involved in developing original designs or adaptations to current product lines.
• Plans and conducts assignments of more than one project simultaneously. Review progress and evaluates results.
• May lead and/or direct projects through entire product life cycle; inception through production and maintenance of product line (Combined design and manufacturing engineering).
• Prepares complete 3D models and layout drawings from verbal or written instructions on complex parts, products, fixtures, etc.
• Demonstrated ability to creatively and resourcefully solve problems in a fast paced environment.
• Will contribute to continuous improvement and corrective action teams to ensure proper implementation of quality improvements, cost reduction projects, and process improvements.
• Researches and investigates new materials, methods, production processes and suppliers that benefit the design, function and production.
• Align to company mission, values and safety procedures. 
• Other duties as assigned.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Experience with heavy machinery, agricultural equipment/systems, diesel engines, hydraulics, pumps, etc. preferred.
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment.
• Minimum three years of related product design experience preferred.
• Agriculture background is a plus.
• Highly mechanically inclined, with a demonstrated ability to understand mechanical systems quickly.
• Working knowledge of 3D CAD modeling software – Pro-E/Creo preferred.

Required Skills/Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical or Agricultural Engineering with Power and Machinery focus.
• Demonstrated ability in accomplishing goals.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.