Design Engineer

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* Position Summary:

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* Under general supervision, performs design functions to develop new or re-design existing products for Alamo Group Texas (AGTX). Works from requirements or instructions to design and develop complex new components or redesign existing components to improve the organization's products. Determines and establishes specifications through engineering calculations and layouts. Makes changes to or modifies existing products. Selects components and materials, and is responsible for completing detailed drawings and accurate Bill of Materials, along all pertinent documentation as needed.

Oversees the assembly and tests of engineering prototypes.

** Essential Functions of the Job:*
* + Assists Design Engineers with design, Engineering change notices, data entry, BOM verification, purchased parts requisition, and testing.

+ Designs components and parts with Solid Works, and creates technical documentation to support manufacturing.

+ Ensures accuracy and structural strength of design. Drafts detail parts on computer ensuring accuracy of tolerances for proper fit-up of parts in assembly process.

+ Provides minor drawing changes and JDE process changes.

+ May determine and select best components to be used on each product designed, based on required specifications. Uses product and vendor knowledge.

+ Writes instructions and procedures for processes and product changes.

+ Creates production drawings and prototype parts for design jobs with minimal supervision.

+ Ensures cost-effectiveness and product reliability by using existing parts and components to standardize new designs.

+ Sets-up part numbers for computer input using parts master sheet along with necessary information for costing of parts.

+ Sets-up and structures complete and accurate Bill of Materials (BOM) for each manufactured part.

+ Assists in overseeing R&D Technicians in manufacture of prototypes. Checks fit-up accuracy of parts. Ensures implementation of product flows from design to actual production.

+ Assists in field testing new products and evaluating performance and structural integrity for approval or problem resolution. Makes changes as required.

+ May release Engineering Change Notices (ECN's) including all prints and respective BOM required for production upon approval of products.

+ Assists in the prototype and testing processes involved with the development of Alamo Products.

** Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

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* + Knowledge of 3-D Design Modeling, design layouts, assembly drawings and/or component part drawings required.

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Experience with Solid Works, and knowledge of mechanical drawings.

+ Knowledge of engineering design standards and manufacturing capabilities. Knowledge of Alamo Group product(s) and/or mowing/agricultural implements preferred.

+ Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. Able to write or speak technical instructions.

+ Knowledge of Bill of Materials, stress analysis, material selection and material sizing.

+ Able to plan, prioritize and organize.

** Core Competencies for Leaders:*
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** Leading Change / Change Management:
** Ability to drive improvement of team, division, and corporate goals and objectives through people. Ability to balance change and continually strive to improve business performance.

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** Leading People / Teamwork:
** Ability to design and implement strategies which maximize employees' potential and foster high ethical standards in meeting the team, division, and corporate objectives.

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** Communication:
** Ability to explain, advocate, and express facts and ideas in a convincing manner, and negotiate with individuals and groups internally and externally. The ability to develop internal and external networks and identify the issues that impact the work of the organization.

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** Business Acumen:
** Understands and interprets business financials and metrics, and utilizes latest business strategies. Focuses on outcomes and creates opportunities for success. Acquires and utilizes human, financial, material and information resources effectively.

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** Results Driven:
** Ability to make timely and effective decisions and produce results through planning and the implementation and evaluation of business metrics, systems, policies, and program; stressing accountability and continuous improvement.

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* Education and Experience:

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* + 4 year degree in engineering or equivalent associate's degree with experience.

+ Minimum of 3 years' experience with Solid Works, MS Windows and Office products.

+ Minimum of 2 years' experience with mechanical design.

+ Structural design and FEA experience preferred.

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Experience with engineering change processes preferred.

+ Knowledge of JDE system preferred.

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* Working Conditions:

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* + While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit or stand for prolonged periods.

+ Must be able to lift 35 pounds alone and greater than 35 pounds with assistance.

+ Must be able to wear required personal protective equipment while performing work in production…