Mechanical Design Engineer

Mechanical Design Engineer – Job DescriptionReports to: Executive Vice President-Trucks DivisionSUMMARY:Develops and maintains needed systems to drive continuous improvement in areas of cost, quality, safety, lead time, and use of working capital.Key Duties and ResponsibilitiesEvaluate tools and equipment options to reduce operational costs and improve manufacturing/assembly efficiency.Justify and manage capital expenditures for machinery and equipment upgrades.Design fixturing and tooling using SolidWorks.Implement lean manufacturing principles, including visual controls, pull inventory systems, workplace organization, 5S programs, and continuous improvement initiatives.Provide manufacturing technical support, including tooling, fixturing, and process troubleshooting.Monitor and correct safety and ergonomic issues in the workplace.Plan and organize lean events across multiple manufacturing/assembly facilities.Support Environmental, Health, and Safety (EH&S) initiatives.Participate in verification, review, and implementation of torque specifications and high-risk part specifications.Assist with work cell load balancing in all manufacturing areas.Support the Product Development Process (PDP) by evaluating new projects for tooling and equipment needs.Assist with plant layouts and other process improvement projects.Document processes and recommend system or process improvements.Perform other duties as assigned.QualificationsBachelor’s degree or higher in Industrial Engineering or a related field.Minimum 2 years of experience in Manufacturing Engineering.Highly detail-oriented with strong analytical and data-tracking skills.Excellent communication skills for interaction at all levels, including 1:1s, meetings, and shop floor events.Skilled in process documentation and continuous improvement initiatives.Proficient in root cause analysis and problem-solving.Self-directed and able to take on projects beyond primary scope of work.Physical DemandsRegularly stand and walk for extended periods.Frequently use hands to handle tools and controls.Must be able to talk, hear, reach, stoop, kneel, crawl, and work at heights up to 11 feet.Lift and/or move up to 15 lbs frequently, 25 lbs regularly, and up to 50 lbs occasionally.Specific vision requirements: close vision, peripheral vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.May be exposed to vibration while performing duties.The associate must regularly lift and/or move up to 15 pounds frequently, move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, peripheral vision, color vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.