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Design Engineer II

JB Poindexter

Reading, PA

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
3D Modeling, Analysis Skills, Bill of Materials (BOM), Continuous Improvement, Cross-Functional, Customer Experience, Design Evaluation, Document Control, Document Management, Documentation, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Engineering Bill of Materials (eBOM), Engineering Change Management, Engineering Change Order, Establish Priorities, Leadership, Lean Manufacturing, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Design, Manufacturing Requirements, Mechanical Engineering, Metal Manufacturing, Multitasking, Problem Solving Skills, Product Costing, Product Design, Product Reviews, Product Support, Production Support, Project/Program Management, Purchasing/Procurement, Regulatory Requirements, Requirements Management, Sales, Sheet Metal Design, SolidWorks, Source Code/Configuration Management (SCM), Systems Engineering, Technical Support, Technical/Engineering Design, Time Management, Training Program, Training/Teaching, Tuition Reimbursement, Welding
LOCATION
Reading, PA
POSTED
2 days ago
How You Will Make an Impact

The Design Engineer II is responsible for executing the engineering change process (ECR/ECO/ECN), maintaining the ECR log, setting priorities, and supporting the implementation of engineering changes through cross-functional coordination. Responsibilities will encompass creating or modifying drawings, bills of material, and other supporting documentation from a customer specification or sales order. Applies engineering principles to assigned projects and exhibits technical and operational efficiency in solving problems of moderate complexity

The Nuts and Bolts
  • Design custom parts and assemblies for integration into vocational vehicles while meeting customer, technical, manufacturing, and regulatory requirements.
  • Review and analyze specifications, drawings, supplier information, and manufacturing requirements to evaluate design impact, cost, quality, manufacturability, and implementation requirements.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Procurement, and Operations to develop, review, and implement product changes, including ECR/ECO processing, impact assessments, BOM updates, and engineering releases.
  • Support lean manufacturing, design standardization, VA/VE initiatives, and continuous improvement projects that enhance product quality, efficiency, and cost performance.
  • Manage multiple engineering projects, change requests, and product support activities while meeting established timelines and priorities.
  • Provide technical support to Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Sales, and Procurement through problem-solving, supplier collaboration, and production support.
  • Develop innovative design solutions that improve manufacturability, assembly efficiency, product quality, cost, and customer experience.
  • Create and maintain SolidWorks 3D models, drawings, bills of material, and engineering documentation in accordance with revision control and document management procedures.
Required Credentials
  • Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
  • Seven (7) years of experience in sheet metal product design and manufacturing (with BSME) preferred.
  • SolidWorks Certifications preferred
  • Excellent working knowledge of sheet metal fabrication, welding, assembly processes, and design for manufacturability.
  • Working knowledge of ERP systems and engineering document control practices.
  • Proficient in SolidWorks, EPDM/PDM, and document management systems
How We Make an Impact

At Reading Truck, we have more than 65 years of industry leadership in the manufacture, distribution, and enhancement of work truck bodies. As the world's largest upfitter of work trucks, we continue to experience rapid growth through our expanding network of more than 20 locations across North America. Take the next step in your career and come get paid to play with trucks!

Some of Our Total Rewards

We offer big company perks with small company culture:
  • Comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision and Life
  • 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Tools Purchase Program
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • 10 Paid Holidays
  • Generous Footwear, Eyewear, and Safety Equipment Discount Program
  • Paid Training and Development Programs


J.B. Poindexter & Co., Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

AGENCIES / THIRD PARTY RECRUITING FIRMS: Any unsolicited submissions received from third party agencies will be considered property of Reading Truck, and we will not be held liable for any fees related to those submissions.

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