Senior Design Engineer

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionJOB SUMMARY: Responsible for managing projects and project teams and also technical guidance and leadership. This includes design, research, prototyping, engineering documentation, estimating and process improvement. Creation and monitoring of project timelines. Responsible for work with engineers, technicians, purchasing, other personnel, and suppliers to meet project goals. Perform tasks as required to complete projects on time and under budget. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:Thoroughly understand and adhere to the department goals, objectives, and strategyEstablish and maintain credibility throughout the organization as an effective developer of solutionsPresent and maintain positive morale amongst employeesResearch new materials and methods of developmentConfirm designs with engineering/purchasing teamEnsure components and assemblies adhere to applicable industry and business standardsEstablishes specifications, targets, and deliverables and maintains the product specifications from the reviews with all relevant parties (management, marketing, finance, engineering, manufacturing, quality, sales, etc.)Plans and directs the construction of prototypes to meet customer and company regulatory requirementsProject planning including Work Breakdown Structure, NPV, and Statement of Requirements, budgets, and maintenance of all project documents in accordance with the Product Development ProcessLeads project meetings, design reviews, and communicates results. Reports monthly to the department meeting.Create test reports and analyze data to determine if design meets function and performance specificationsEstablish test requirements, directs and supports testing of prototypes to verify reliability and performanceWork within specified budget guidelinesDetermine if parts meet minimum stress levels and regulatory compliance through test and analysisLead investigation of field problems and warranty issuesIdentify and select appropriate materials and manufacturing processesResearch new technology as it relates to our industryPerform other projects and tasks as assigned QUALIFICATIONS:Experienced working as an engineering professional in Powersports or a related industry preferredMinimum of 5 years experience in project and team leadershipKnowledge of SolidWorks 3D CAD softwareFlexible, energetic, forward-thinking, and creative with high moral and ethical standardsHigh analytical ability, good judgment, and strong organizational focusWell organized and self-directedFamiliarity with IC engines and their componentsAble to relate to people at all levels of the organization in a positive fashionExcellent verbal and written communication skills; working knowledge of computer applicationsB.S. in Industrial Design, Mechanical Engineering, or related Engineering degree WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Work is performed in an office environment with occasional exposure to production environmentWhile performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, use hands, reach with hands and arms, and may be required to balance, stoop, kneel or crawl.The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 poundsMust comply with safety equipment standards: safety glasses, hearing protection, and safety toe shoes when present on production floor VALUE ASSESSMENT TARGETS: Adaptability & Flexibility AdvancedCommitment & Initiative