Job Description:

Role Summary

Working with the relevant departments and reporting to the Engineering Manager, the Design Engineer will provide expert product design leadership and develop / detail new conveyor designs and where necessary drawing up detailed prototype testing plans. To provide product leadership on design projects and ensure a specified solution is implemented within the agreed schedule and costs.

Main Duties & Responsibilities

• Development and documentation of design processes for products designed within the company.
• Responsible for the accuracy and successful delivery of product design projects, for the product definition and design phases, concessions and production permits.
• Design, prototype, assess and review mechanical components and assemblies;
• Provide support in product acceptance, testing and validation activities.
• Prepare and participate in requirements and design review meetings;
• Undertake analysis of mechanical components, assemblies and systems, as well as manufacturing and assembly processes;
• Oversee and participate in prototyping activities;
• Support of the design, manufacturing and shop floor activity when required.
• Provide technical support for the company's product range across manufacturing, development and procurement.
• Provide engineering support for material selection during the design and development phase, including the design and development of tests to verify performance.
• Provide technical assistance to both external and internal customers, joining company representatives at customer sites as and when required.
• Support the cross functional team in problem solving and troubleshooting.
• Maintain a high level of technical knowledge coupled with ongoing professional development, for the joint benefit for the job holder and the business.
• Work with the engineering team to oversee warranty and product return reviews.
• Mentor, coach and develop engineering talent.
• Undertake any other reasonable duties that may be required at the discretion of your manager.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, ideally with design experience in the heavy equipment design.
• Minimum of three years of work experience in conveyor design.
• Competent user of 3D Solid Modeling CAD, ideally CREO and familiarity with Product Data Management (PDM) systems
• Experience with Autocad
• Good technical expertise in mechanical and hydraulic systems
• Diligent approach to the design and development process
• Material research experience and development of processes for products especially welding, profiling and other fabrication techniques.
• A good understanding of the various applications that the equipment can operate in along with an appreciation for the expected performance of the machines.
• Creativity and innovative thinking
• Experience with an ERP system is a plus
• Good English communication skill, both written and spoken;
• Good Presentation and interpersonal skills.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• A “Can do” attitude and ability to interact with a multi-functional team.
• Ability to work with others to meet deadlines.
• Able to assess workload and commit to realistic timelines.
• Able to select from multiple design alternatives when a clear best choice is not evident.
• Able to investigate root cause of machinery nonperformance.
• Can identify risks both technical and commercial with proposed product change or new product
• Position is based in Mount Vernon, MO preferably, however open to a remote option.

The above description is non-exhaustive and there may be additional duties in accordance with the role.

All applicants must demonstrate through their application form, how they meet the criteria for the position applied for.

Salary 70-100K

If you are interested in an open position but feel you may not meet all the listed qualifications, we still encourage you to apply.