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Senior Design Engineer

Gables Search Group
Waterloo, IA Full Time
POSTED ON 12/21/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/20/2026
Job Title: Senior Design Engineer

Location: Waterloo, Iowa

Salary: $80-100K plus 10% bonus

Job Summary of the Senior Design Engineer: The Senior Design Engineer will collaborate with a team of up to 10 Design Engineers responsible for designing mechanical products and systems, resulting in a finished product that meets the needs and expectations of the customer.

Job Duties & Responsibilities Of The Senior Design Engineer

  • Plan and complete engineering projects by studying customer requirements, market demand, and competitors' products; scheduling and assigning employees; following up on work results.
  • Evaluate mechanical systems and products by designing and conducting research programs; applying principles of mechanics, hydraulics, and materials.
  • Confirm system and product capabilities by designing feasibility and testing methods; testing properties.
  • Develop mechanical products by studying customer requirements; researching and testing manufacturing and assembly methods and materials, and soliciting observations from operators.
  • Develop manufacturing processes, focusing on cost reduction and process improvement by designing and modifying equipment for fabricating, building, assembling, and installing components.
  • Assure system and product quality by designing testing methods; testing finished product and system capabilities; confirming fabrication, assembly, and installation process.
  • Prepare product reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends.
  • Provide engineering information by answering questions and requests.
  • Maintain product and company reputation by complying with government regulations.
  • Maintain system and product database by writing computer programs and entering data.
  • Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks, and participating in professional societies.
  • Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

Education & Experience Requirements Of The Senior Design Engineer

  • Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering required.
  • Senior-level/experienced Engineer with 5 years experience.
  • Heavy haul trailer engineering experience a plus.
  • Heavy equipment engineering experience a plus
  • Must have advanced computer skills and be able to understand electronic processing.
  • Technically proficient in Excel, and Design software systems.
  • Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills for effective interface with all internal and external contacts.
  • Possess analytical and technical skills required to understand business practices and recommend proper automation opportunities.
  • Must have a functional understanding of cost accounting.
  • Must be an innovator and embrace lean enterprise principles and practices.
  • Ability to quickly learn new tools, systems, etc.

Salary : $80,000 - $100,000

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