Mechanical design engineer

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionManufacturing / Design EngineerOur client is a growing manufacturer of construction, agricultural, and industrial products. They are seeking a hands-on Manufacturing/Design Engineer to lead new product design for their construction equipment line, with a focus on machined and fabricated components. This is a true design role, where you will see your work go from concept to finished product built in-house. POSITION OVERVIEWReporting to the Lead Engineer, you will join a small, collaborative engineering team of three. Your time will be focused primarily on new product development, with the remainder spent supporting the production floor and collaborating with the team. As part of a close-knit company of about 30 people, you will have visibility, influence, and the opportunity to make a real impact on the business. This role is fully focused on engineering, with no sales responsibilities.A typical week: about 60% new product design and development, 25% production support, and 15% team meetings and brainstorming. WHAT YOU’LL DOResearch, design, and develop new products for the construction equipment line, with an emphasis on machined and fabricated componentsComplete hands-on development and testing of concepts and prototypesCreate and maintain bills of materials (BOMs) for new products in the company’s ERP systemProvide manufacturing and quality documentation to support productionSupport the production team with engineering-related issues on the shop floorSupport facility and equipment maintenance and upgradesHelp maintain and organize the company’s CAD databaseAttend occasional trade shows and customer job sites (optional) WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR2–5+ years of mechanical design or engineering experienceBS degree in engineering or a related field; candidates with a two-year degree and strong relevant experience will also be consideredProven mechanical design capability, ideally with machined parts and metal fabricationAbility to design with efficient manufacturing processes in mindWorking knowledge of manufacturing processes, including metal fabrication and CNC machiningSolidWorks experience preferred; experience with Inventor, Creo, or similar 3D CAD platforms will be consideredExperience creating BOMs in an ERP system (Acumatica a plus)Familiarity with SolidWorks PDM or a similar CAD data management tool is a plusA bias for action, integrity, and strong communication and organizational skills WHY YOU’LL LOVE WORKING HEREDesign-focused work: Spend most of your time creating new products, not buried in paperwork or sales calls.See your designs come to life: Products are manufactured in-house, so you can walk out to the floor and see your work being built.Flexible schedule: Core hours of 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., with the flexibility to start earlier or stay later.Shorter Fridays: Leave at noon on Fridays during summer hours, and generally at 3 p.m. on Fridays the rest of the year.Family-oriented culture: A small, supportive team that values flexibility for family commitments and enjoys team activities together.Minimal travel: Trade-show and job-site travel is optional. COMPENSATION & BENEFITSCompetitive salary based on experienceProfit sharing401(k) with a 100% company match on up to 4% of payHealth, vision, and disability insurancePaid vacation and six paid holidays