Design Engineer
, MN, United States
Description
Sportech is a rapidly growing company in Elk River, MN. We are looking for talented people who wish to join a values-based company that desires to help our people and customers win. We design, manufacture, and assemble cab components and systems for the powersports, golf and turf, industrial and agricultural end markets. Our design and engineering capabilities allow us to provide complex components and assemblies to our original equipment manufacturer customers. We are always on the gas and seeking dynamic, enthusiastic, and motivated individuals to join our extraordinary team.
Job Summary
Responsible for the design of parts, accessories and cab systems, from concept to production, that meet (or exceed) product specifications and goals for performance, budget and time.
Essential Job Functions
Works within all digital tools (CAD, File Management and ERP System) to create successful design solutions.
Recommends ideal component manufacturing direction to achieve overall design, performance, and cost goals.
Analyzes existing and new designs to identify and implement cost reduction opportunities.
Accountable to the PDP (Product Development Process) and ownership of engineering tasks within.
Prepares preliminary and production sketches, prints and/or schematic diagrams and/or presentations to aid in the understanding and solution of engineering problems.
Actively solicits design feedback from customers, other designers, sales, suppliers, quality engineers, continuous improvement engineers and manufacturing engineers.
Analyzes field and production problems and recommends possible solutions.
Performs other miscellaneous project related assignments.
Requirements
Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering (equivalent work experience may be considered).
0-8 years related design experience required (plastics and/or sheet metal preferred).
Experience designing and bringing new products into mass production.
Abilities Required
Proficiency designing in 3D CAD Software (preferably SolidWorks and/or Creo).
GD&T, FMEA and the ability to perform dimensional tolerance stack ups.
Familiar with design benefits / constraints in multiple manufacturing methods. (ie: CNC, brake press, machining, injection molding, welding, etc.)
Application of engineering principles to ensure product performance.
Experience managing customer and vendor relationships.
Demonstrated ability to implement change in a way that positively impacts overall department and company performance.
Must be able to handle multiple projects simultaneously and manage priorities.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Must excel at working in a team environment with a high level of people/interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to cross functionally drive results.
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