Design Engineer

Design Engineer

Location: Oshkosh, WI

Pay: $25.00 to $35.00/hour

Schedule: Full-Time | 7:30am-4pm

Design Engineer

Are you an early-career mechanical engineer looking to grow your design experience with a global leader in heavy-duty vehicles? We are seeking a Design Engineer to support the design, development, and continuous improvement of vehicle components and systems. This is an excellent opportunity to work alongside experienced engineers while gaining hands-on experience throughout the full product development lifecycle.

In this role, you'll collaborate with cross-functional teams including Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and Supply Chain to develop innovative, reliable, and cost-effective solutions for next-generation heavy-duty vehicles.

What You'll Do

Mechanical Design & Product Development

• Design and develop mechanical components and assemblies for heavy-duty vehicle applications.
• Create and modify 3D CAD models, engineering drawings, and bills of materials.
• Perform engineering calculations and basic design analysis to validate component performance.
• Assist with material selection, component sizing, and manufacturability improvements.
• Support new product development as well as enhancements to existing products.
• Ensure designs comply with engineering standards, drawing practices, and company procedures.

Engineering Support

• Work closely with senior engineers on engineering projects and design activities.
• Prepare technical documentation including reports, design packages, and presentations.
• Support prototype builds, testing, and engineering change activities.
• Investigate design-related issues and assist with root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Provide technical support to manufacturing during product launches and production.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, and Purchasing teams to improve product quality and production efficiency.
• Communicate technical information with internal stakeholders, suppliers, and customers.
• Participate in design reviews and continuous improvement initiatives.

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• Internship experience or at least 6 months of engineering experience.
• Experience using 3D CAD software.
• Basic understanding of mechanical systems, automotive, or heavy-duty vehicle components.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Creo CAD.
• Exposure to heavy-duty vehicle, automotive, or off-highway equipment design.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and product development.
• Experience supporting engineering projects from concept through production.

Key Skills

• Mechanical Design
• 3D CAD Modeling (Creo preferred)
• Engineering Drawings & GD&T
• Product Development
• Engineering Analysis
• Bill of Materials (BOM) Creation
• Problem Solving & Troubleshooting
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Technical Documentation
• Strong Written & Verbal Communication

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