Design Engineer - Demountables

Summary: The Demountables Design Engineer designs, tests, and documents components and assemblies used in Stellar Industries products. The Design Engineer takes cost, material availability, strength, ease of use and maintenance, manufacturability, and appearance into account when producing concepts and designs for use.

This position applies knowledge of mechanical systems and components to support the functional and physical requirements of all Stellar Industries vehicle mounted demountable equipment, including various hooklifts, roll-offs, container trucks, and associated accessories.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities Includes the following:

• Perform design calculations and prepare equipment and/or material specifications.
• Produce concept and final designs in 3D CAD and draft those designs in 2D for manufacturing use.
• Perform Finite Element Analysis (FEA) on structural designs.
• Coordinate work with other Engineers or Engineering Technicians.
• Design and coordinate testing of designs to validate functionality and safety of concepts.
• Compile data and prepare reports related to research and testing of new and existing products.
• Provide design support for Manufacturing as needed.
• Perform miscellaneous duties and projects as assigned and required.
• Follow all safety rules as laid out in the company employee handbook and other supplemental safety training. Continuously promote a culture of working safety.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

General Competencies and Skills:

• General knowledge of Microsoft 365 products with proficiency in Word and Excel.
• Capable of reading and accurately interpreting engineering drawings and other technical documents.
• Familiar with structural welding and weld symbols.
• Knowledge of ASME GD&T standards and their application.
• Ability to effectively communicate through written and oral means.
• Analytical skills and ability to troubleshoot and solve complex problems.
• Working knowledge of hydraulic, electrical, and mechanical systems associated with the automotive and work truck industry preferred.
• Ability to measure physical components accurately using machine tools.
• Familiarity with FEA software and interpretation of simulation results.
• Strong applied mathematics skills, including physics, trigonometry, and statistics.
• Working knowledge of 2D and 3D design software required. AutoCAD and SolidWorks preferred.
• Knowledge of ERP software and associated systems preferred.
• Be willing to work both independently and in a team environment.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Three to Five years of experience in Engineering or related field.

Physical Requirements:

• Regular standing, walking, and use of hands to feel or handle objects, tools, and controls.
• Frequent verbal communication required.
• Ability to lift and manipulate up to 40lbs.
• May be required to work indoors in a shop environment or outside in variable weather conditions.

Additional Requirements:

• Company sponsored continuing education and training.
• Some overnight travel may be required.
• Valid drivers license.