Design Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

IFP Motion Solutions Inc. is seeking a talented and driven Design Engineer to join their team! As a Design Engineer, you will design and develop hydraulic power units (HPUs), valves and manifolds, and complete hydraulic systems; taking projects from concept through detailed design and into production. You will work hands-on in SolidWorks and collaborate closely with internal engineering teams and the shop floor to deliver quality designs.

Responsibilities will include:

• Provide hydraulic design and development for power units (HPUs), valves, manifolds, and complete systems of varied complexity.
• Create and maintain 3D models, detailed part drawings, and assemblies in SolidWorks.
• Apply geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GDT) to ensure manufacturability and proper fit.
• Select appropriate hydraulic components and size systems to meet performance and application requirements.
• Collaborate with internal teams and the shop floor to resolve design and production issues.
• Support prototyping, testing, and design validation, and revise designs based on findings.
• Maintain accurate engineering documentation, BOMs, and revision control.

IFP Motion Solutions Inc. is a growing motion control company based in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, with operations in 13 states. All locations work together to provide a range of services including manufacturing, repair, design engineering, and distribution of components. IFP's customer base includes industrial manufacturers, mobile integrations, and fluid power OEMs. With a knowledgeable sales team and a large inventory, they have the capability to design, prototype, manufacture, and service a wide range of motion control systems.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications:

• Minimum 2-4 years of mechanical design engineering experience, OR equivalent experience with a strong hydraulic systems/components background.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks for 3D modeling, detailing, and assemblies.
• Working knowledge of GDT and the ability to produce manufacturable, production-ready drawings.
• Solid understanding of hydraulic principles and components.
• Has the ability to manage multiple tasks, has excellent attention to detail, and is willing and able to learn new technologies quickly.
• Has solid verbal and written communication skills. Works well as an individual and in a team within a manufacturing or production environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor';s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field from an accredited college/university (strongly preferred)

• Experience reading and interpreting hydraulic schematics

• Familiarity with FEA / stress analysis.
• Prior experience designing HPUs, manifolds, or complete hydraulic systems.

Benefits

Starting wage commensurate with the experience level of the candidate. Enjoy a rewarding work environment and competitive benefits, including 401(k) and Profit Sharing with financial advisor support, medical, dental, vision plans, life and pet insurance, wellness program, and fitness club subsidies.