Design Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Country :

United States of America

Location :

XL Specialized Trailers, 1086 South 3rd St., Manchester, Iowa 52057

Summary :

Generally expected to work as a valued member of the XL Specialized Trailers team. This job will collaborate inside a team of design engineers (10) responsible for designing mechanical products and systems resulting in a finished product that meets the needs and expectation of the customer.

Responsibilities, Qualifications or Skills Required :

• Plans and completes engineering projects by studying customer requirements, market demand, and competitors' products; scheduling and assigning employees; following up on work results.
• Evaluates mechanical systems and products by designing and conducting research programs; applying principles of mechanics, hydraulics and materials.
• Confirms system and product capabilities by designing feasibility and testing methods; testing properties.
• Develops mechanical products by studying customer requirements; researching and testing manufacturing and assembly methods and materials, soliciting observations from operators.
• Develops manufacturing processes, focusing on cost reduction and process improvement by designing and modifying equipment for fabricating, building, assembling and installing components.
• Assures system and product quality by designing testing methods; testing finished product and system capabilities; confirming fabrication, assembly and installation process.
• Prepares product reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.
• Provides engineering information by answering questions and requests.
• Maintains product and company reputation by complying with government regulations.
• Maintains system and product database by writing computer programs and entering data.
• Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops; reviewing professional publications; establishing personal networks; participating in professional societies.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing relating results as needed.

Education and Experience Requirements : Education and Experience :

Essential Skills and Experience :

Work Environment :

Work is primarily performed indoors.

Has the ability to work remotely.

Some of our competitive benefits package includes :