Design Engineer

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Full Time Exempt [Salaried] Professional Kansas City, MO, US

8 days ago Requisition

Job Description

EXTRAORDINARY PEOPLE. EXCITING POSSIBILITIES. GREAT OPPORTUNITY.

Custom Truck One Source has changed the way the industry looks at specialized truck and heavy equipment solutions. With sales, rentals, aftermarket parts and service, equipment customization, remanufacturing, financing solutions, and asset disposal, our team of experts, vast equipment breadth and integrated network of locations across North America offer superior service and unmatched efficiency for our customers. Your success is what's next with Custom Truck One Source.

We are seeking a highly motivated Design Engineer to help with the design and analysis of mechanical structures and components. This role involves developing innovative products using 3D modeling software and ensuring design accuracy through testing and analysis.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ownership of design and analysis of mechanical structures and components
• Deep understanding of Bill of Material (BOM) structures
• Develop new products using 3D solid modeling software (Solid Works/Onshape)
• Create detail drawings of 3D models (Solid Works/Onshape)
• Work with procurement team to order prototype parts and manage creation of prototypes
• Create test procedures and work with testing dept to implement functional, structural, and stability testing
• Make modifications to new designs based on results of testing
• Evaluate machine weight and balance for road worthiness and crane stability
• Create sales support drawings
• Analyze product failures, develop repairs and redesign accordingly
• Assist technical publications in creation of manuals (parts books, service manuals, operator manuals)
• Serve as a liaison between the shop floor and the engineering department, troubleshooting design issues, clarifying prints, and supporting production needs
• Process Engineering Change Requests (ECRs), implement Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) in a timely and organized manner, and give recommendations on implementation

REQUIRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering
• FE certificate
• Proficient in engineering design software - 3D and 2D (Solid Works, Onshape, and AutoCAD preferred).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office
• Structural Design
  - Welded steel structures.
• Understanding and use of MRP/ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Epicor, Infor, etc.)
• Good written and oral communication skills
• Ability to work independently with minimal daily direction from manager
• Ability to work cooperatively and collaboratively with a customer service focus with all levels of employees
• Strong desire to learn

Preferred Skills and Qualifications

• Direct experience working with Solid Works or Onshape in engineering environment
• CSWA
• CSWP
• Mechanical skills and experience with heavy trucks and equipment is a plus

WORKING CONDITIONS

• This job will be performed in an office setting
• Operation and review of construction equipment may be occasionally required. Proper training will be provided prior to operation if necessary

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to sit in office setting and perform computer work
• Ability to walk shop floor with workers and see issues firsthand
• Attendance
  - The ability to work as scheduled with punctual attendance, Monday-Friday plus any additional hours/days necessary to meet business demands
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds

I have read and understand all the requirements of this position. I can perform the essential functions of this job, with or without reasonable accommodation.

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