Design Engineer

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We have multiple needs for Design Engineers to work onsite in Goshen Indiana. These roles are direct hire opportunities with our client. At this time, there are no sponsorship opportunities for these roles. No visa sponsorship is available.

The Design Engineer is responsible for solving day-to-day design challenges of existing products as well as developing new products from concept through production. They will support existing production products through VAVE and Continuous Improvement efforts as well as creation of new derivative systems. The Design Engineer is also responsible for researching new product opportunities, analyzing customer design proposals, defining specifications, benchmarking competitor products, and reviewing warranty data to determine feasibility of new product designs or applications.

Essential Functions:

1. Design and/or modify electromechanical/mechanical products or systems such as rack and pinion drive systems, linear motion control, water management systems, load distribution, etc. to fit application requirements
2. Detail component and assembly designs/models and create engineering prints with complete dimensions and specifications
3. Create and maintain DFMEA as needed
4. Write design validation plans and testing procedures; Assist testing personnel in specifying equipment, methods and procedures for testing mechanical products or systems
5. Create conceptual and prototype designs, images, and physical samples
6. Work with manufacturing engineering and suppliers to ensure the most efficient methods of manufacturing and assembly are developed and meet appropriate specifications.
7. Track and communicate design changes to a cross-functional team
8. Provide technical details for engineering documents including test reports, product specifications, manuals, etc.
9. Support manufacturing/assembly areas through first runs of products
10. Evaluate field installations/use and translate that information into technical design goals and improvements
11. Assist in establishing and/or upgrading internal engineering standards and practices
12. Demonstrate a strong commitment to Lippert's safety and personnel policies including core values
13. Ensure designs comply with applicable standards, codes, and regulations

Qualifications:

1. Bachelor's degree in engineering or a similar technical field required
2. 3-7 years of relevant work experience required
3. 3D CAD software proficiency required, SolidWorks experience preferred
4. Familiarity with RV products and applications preferred
5. Excellent communication skills required
6. Knowledge of Six Sigma and Lean principles preferred
7. Must be self-motivated and possess a high level of personal initiative

Competencies:

1. Solid mechanical engineering proficiency; can design electromechanical systems and sub-components.
2. Proficient in parametric modeling; experience completing FEA of assemblies
3. Excellent verbal and written communication skills
4. Understanding and use of mathematical concepts relating to mechanical drive systems, basic electronics and static/dynamic loading analysis.
5. Analysis of highly complex engineering issues and problems, drawing valid conclusions based on robust data collection and fact-based review.
6. Understanding of materials, mechanical properties and manufacturing processes such that initial concept designs are feasible and meet agreed upon design requirements
7. DFM/DFA
8. Strong problem-solving skills with a high level of creativity
9. Strong working knowledge of drawing detailing and GD&T practices
10. Capable of performing moderately complex tolerance stack-ups and evaluating first article inspection reports to ensure a robust design
11. Use of D/PFMEA and other risk analysis tools
12. Able to execute multiple projects in parallel while balancing competing resources and needs. Gives attention to detail and quality.
13. Comfortable working in a team environment and effective at brainstorming/concepting individually and in a group