Design Engineer

Job Description

We are seeking a talented and experienced Design Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will develop innovative product designs based on defined customer requirements and explore new market applications. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with cross‑functional teams, apply engineering principles, and ensure products meet performance specifications.

• Develop product designs based on defined customer requirements and new market opportunities.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to support new business initiatives.
• Conduct detailed analyses of components, welded structures, and assemblies to ensure compliance with performance specifications.
• Research, evaluate, and recommend materials and manufacturing processes to enhance product performance and production efficiency.
• Plan and oversee product testing activities when requirements are not otherwise defined.
• Perform design‑for‑manufacturability reviews, manage bills of materials, and conduct cost assessments.
• Provide engineering support to manufacturing, procurement, sales, marketing, and leadership teams.
• Maintain accurate documentation of engineering designs, evaluations, reports, and related files.
• Coordinate with production and operations teams to ensure timely completion of development projects.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Four or more years of engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in design software such as Solid Works, Inventor, or AutoCAD.
• Experience with ERP management software.

• Preferred experience in welding, sheet metal fabrication, hydraulics, or plastics molding.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Project management skills: ability to prioritize tasks, set goals, and develop actionable plans.
• Creative problem‑solving and strong analytical skills.
• Effective communication skills.
• Willingness to participate in hands‑on activities within a manufacturing environment.

The role is based in a manufacturing environment, requiring in‑person attendance. The position offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and direct feedback from leadership in a family‑run business.

Contract to Hire position based out of North Sioux City, SD.

Pay range: $40.00 - $57.00/hr.

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long‑term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 3, 2026.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccom for other accommodation options.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.