Design Engineer

About the Position

This is onsite in Blair, Nebraska.

• Create accurate project specifications.
• Ensure all engineering documents are up to date.
• Develop standard work templates and revision control processes.
• Assist in design, development, implementation and analysis of technical products and systems.
• Drives continuous improvement by managing projects and recommending techniques to enhance equipment/system/process robustness.

• Initiate and execute the Product Design and Development (PDD) process to ensure product definitions and specifications are met by all stakeholders.
• Participate and contribute to product design meetings including product specifications, material selection, 3D CAD models, and detailed 2D drawings.
• Collaborate as a member of cross‑functional project teams from concept to testing, and ultimately to production.
• Conduct design for manufacture assessments involving manufacturing expertise to ensure that final design will support lean manufacturing principles, build quantity, cost, and performance requirements.
• Develop design concepts to meet cost objectives and, interface with vendors and suppliers to locate and approve components.
• Administer design history and practice proper engineering document control processes to ensure drawings are up to date.
• Work toward identifying commonality in design to assist with manufacturing standardization.
• Demonstrate technical and written skills via generating and filing reports of design analyses for future reference and demonstrate interpersonal skills via preparing and presenting findings.
• Provide timely response to root‑cause analysis and corrective action requests related to design issues and/or warranty problems to support the engineering solution applied in the field.
• Assist peers with workloads as needed for total project completion by management expectations or production deadlines.
• Proficient in promoting a safe and healthy work environment.
• Adheres to established company policies and procedures paying special attention to safety regulations.
• Wears personal protective equipment in accordance with training guidelines.
• Maintain cleanliness in designated workspace by practicing 6S principles to reduce safety risks.

• A bachelor’s degree required in, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, a related field or equivalent and/or combination of training and experience.
• 2+ Years of Engineering experience required.
• Maintain positive, collaborative working relationships by engaging with various personalities including customers, vendors, co‑workers, and management while working both individually and as part of a team.
• Must be able to take on more complex and advanced engineering projects while balancing project management responsibilities.
• Proven ability to influence, lead teams, and drive change.
• Skill in working efficiently and accurately to keep up with engineering, sales, and production requirements.
• Flexible and adaptable in prioritizing workloads, coping with pressure, deadlines, and rapidly changing situations.
• Proven results with creation and maintenance of engineering design standards and drawing standards.
• Ability to attract and retain engineering talent.
• Customer‑oriented, with the ability to represent Peterson engineering ideas, and designs to non‑technical audiences.
• Extensive cross‑functional team experience including technical and non‑technical work.
• Proficient in a combination of the following software packages, or equivalent: MS Office Suite (e.g., Excel, Word, Outlook, and Dynamics AX), Auto Desk Design Suite (e.g. AutoCAD, Inventor, Nastran In‑CAD, 3DS Max, and AutoCAD Electrical),
• Detail‑oriented with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be a creative thinker, results‑oriented, analytical mindset, and a focused problem‑solver.

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• Continuous devotion to meeting the needs of our customers
• Honesty and integrity in all aspects of business
• Respect for all individuals
• Preserving entrepreneurial spirit and innovation
• Safety, quality and productivity as means to ensure success

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