Freelance Trailer Design Engineer Jobs (NOW HIRING)

THE ROLE

At Great Dane, we rely on makers and we’re calling on them to join our expanding team. The time has never been better to Embrace Your Great and work in an environment with the highest safety standards in the industry.  

The Position: The Design Engineer is responsible for producing and maintaining designs for our products. This position is competent in engineering fundamentals, uses established procedures as well as helping to develop and coordinate new designs, assemblies, and methods to evaluate. 

• Design parts and assemblies using Catia based on close guidance by more senior engineers.
• Perform stress/thermal analysis on parts and small assemblies using classical (non –FEA) techniques with intermediate results reviewed by more senior engineer.
• Able to perform, monitor and report results of a limited amount of small-scale tests.
• Travel to manufacturing plants to assist implementation of new designs
• Maintain technical competency.
• Design complex parts and assemblies using Catia based on guidance by more senior engineers 
• Perform stress/thermal analysis on parts and small assemblies using classical and numerical FEA methods with results reviewed by more senior engineer at defined milestones.
• Able to perform, monitor and report results of numerous small-scale tests.
• Verify the accuracy of data before and after.
• Travel to manufacturing plants to assist implementation of new designs.
• Work with vendors to obtain required materials.
• Provide engineering support to manufacturing for the installation of aftermarket items requested by customer (i.e. lift gates)
• Assist/advise Design Engineer I with general knowledge.
• Maintain technical competency.
• Work with Production Engineering to coordinate use of new designs.
• Work with Manufacturing Engineering to determine feasibility/tooling requirements for new designs.
• Work with Material vendors (i.e. extruders) to provide information needed to produce new designs.
• Work with Representatives of Other GDLP/CCI companies to provide design support for trailer design.
• Plan own work after definite objectives are set by the manager, referring only unusual cases to the manager.

• Write material specifications.
• Use product and market knowledge to propose new methods, materials, and products.
• Maintain technical competency.
• Other duties as assigned

YOUR SKILLS AND ABILITIES (REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS)

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanic Engineering Technology, or equivalent.
• Experience: Minimum 1-year work experience in a related area of engineering and three years of experience in trailer, vocational vehicle or up fit is preferred.
• Skills:  Engineering capabilities expected of graduate engineer plus experience with Catia/SolidWorks.
• Ability to interact with representatives of other departments and companies and use product knowledge to provide accurate input.
• Ability to execute projects with minimal supervision and guidance.
• Setting own work goals after definite objectives are set by manager, referring only unusual cases to manager.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel.
• Provide assistance and support.
• Travel: Typically 2-4 days per month.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Office and plant environment.
• Keyboarding, lifting, standing, bending, walking.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

ABOUT GREAT DANE

With a history dating back to 1900, Great Dane has established itself as a transportation solutions leader of today – delivering innovative products and exceptional services that help our customers and employees succeed. We not only engineer durable and high-quality trailers and truck bodies; we foster relationships that last a lifetime.

WHY WORK FOR US?

Great Dane is a leading manufacturer of dry-freight vans, refrigerated trailers, and flatbeds with 10 manufacturing facilities and 20 service centers throughout the United States. With a legacy like ours comes a dedication to the hard-working individuals that make Great Dane what it is today. Our jobs are waiting to be filled by driven, challenge-focused & enthusiastic people like you.

Our culture is comprised of “Champions” and offers a rewarding workplace rooted in core values of safety, leadership, integrity, quality, and passion. Every employee has opportunities to learn, grow, succeed and be engaged in a collaborative environment.

BENEFITS OVERVIEW

• Competitive compensation
• Benefits, including but not limited to dental, vision, and medical with employer contributions
• Retirement programs, including a Pension Plan and 401(k) Plan with employer match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid holidays and vacation
• And more!

Great Dane is an Equal Opportunity Employer