Bachelor of Science degree in a technical discipline required.
BS degree in Mechanical, Agricultural, or Aerospace Engineering preferred.
Minimum of 2 years experience in vehicle structural design, ideally in medium to heavy-duty trucks.
Experience with dynamic structural analysis, finite element analysis, and product design.
Proven ability to manage development projects and meet deadlines.
Demonstrated capacity for product innovation.
Responsibilities
Conduct VA/VE workshops to identify potential cost reductions or product improvements.
Work with plants to optimize current processes and reduce scrap.
Investigate alternative designs to maintain performance while reducing cost and weight.
Manage all technical aspects of a major project and/or multiple smaller projects.
Design, validate, provide test reports, and sign-off documents to ensure production readiness.
Coordinate with CAD, FEA, and laboratory personnel for project support.
Ensure safety in the lab and office.
Benefits
Opportunities to participate in cost-reduction and product improvement initiatives through VA/VE workshops.
Hands-on involvement in optimizing production processes and material usage.
Engagement in meaningful projects that directly impact product performance and cost efficiency
Collaboration with various technical experts and suppliers.
Strong emphasis on safety and support within a team environment.
Full Job Description
VA/VE Engineer will:
Conduct VA/VE workshops to identify potential cost reductions or product improvements.
Work with plants to optimize current processes and reduce scrap.
Investigate alternative designs to maintain performance while reducing cost and weight.
Manage all technical aspects of a major project and/or multiple smaller projects.
Coordinate the technical design and test aspects on the project with suppliers and customers.
Design, validate, provide test reports, and sign-off documents, and ensure production readiness.
Coordinate with CAD, FEA, and laboratory personnel and interface with other department in support of the above.
Coordinate the technical design and test aspects on projects with suppliers and customers.
Help to assure safety in the lab and office.
Other duties as assigned.
The successful candidate will possess:
Bachelor of Science degree in technical discipline required
BSME/BSAgE/BS AeroE preferred
2 years' experience in vehicle structural design (preferable heavy or medium duty truck) with exposure to dynamic structural analysis, finite element analysis, fatigue analysis, and product design.
Demonstrated ability to manage a development project and meet deadlines.
Demonstrated product innovation
In accordance with applicable pay transparency laws, the salary range for this position is $70,000 - $145,000 annually. Final compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, education, qualifications, and other job-related criteria. This pay range is provided to ensure transparency and compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
