Design Engineer (Designer I)

Design Engineer (Designer I)

Sauk Centre, MN (On-site)

$23.29–$32.61/hr (Day Shift)

Manufacturing • Engineering • Mechanical Design

About Felling Trailers

Felling Trailers, Inc. is a family-owned trailer manufacturer based in Central Minnesota with over 50 years of engineering and trailer-building expertise. We produce 5,500 trailers each year, offering 240 standard models as well as fully customized solutions for complex, specialized applications. Our engineering and design teams use industry-leading CAD methods, advanced manufacturing technologies, and ISO 9001-certified quality systems to ensure every trailer meets exacting standards for performance and durability. As a WBENC-Certified WBE company, we are committed to innovation, precision, and building solutions that solve real-world problems for customers across North America and beyond.

At Felling, engineers are empowered to create, test, and refine designs that go from concept to production, contributing directly to products customers rely on every day.

About the Role

The Designer I supports Felling’s engineering team by creating accurate, efficient mechanical designs that meet customer and production requirements on time and within budget. You’ll develop models, weldments, assemblies, and part drawings using Computer-Aided Design (CAD) tools and create Bills of Material (BOMs) within our ERP system. Your work directly supports production and contributes to Felling’s continued innovation and product quality. This is a full-time, on-site position in Sauk Centre, MN.

What You’ll Do

• Develop and refine mechanical designs based on specifications and application needs
• Create precise 2D and 3D CAD models and detailed engineering drawings
• Support weldment, assembly, and part design used across product lines
• Build and maintain BOMs within ERP software
• Collaborate with engineering, production, and cross-functional teams to solve design challenges
• Contribute to design accuracy, manufacturability, and quality

What You Bring

• Proficiency in Design Engineering principles from concept through refinement
• Knowledge of mechanical systems, material properties, and structural mechanics
• Stay up to date on SolidWorks, Inventor, and AutoCAD best practices for modeling and drawing
• Experience using CAD software for 2D/3D modeling
• Familiarity with electrical systems in trailers/equipment is a plus
• Experience in product or equipment design (manufacturing or transportation industry experience is a bonus)
• Strong problem-solving ability, attention to detail, and a teamwork mindset
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (preferred - similar experience considered)

Benefits & Perks

• Health, Life, Vision, & Dental Insurance
• Short- & Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Benefits Plan & Health Savings Account (HSA)
• 401(k) Retirement Planning with Employer Match
• Tuition Reimbursement & Training Programs
• Paid Time Off & Direct Deposit

Apply today!