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Design Engineer- Lafayette Indiana

4-5 years of Sheetmetal Design Engineering and Product Development from Concept to Launch (Surfacing Functions) CAD Designs, Design Assembly and Drawings Experience

Position Summary:

The Design Engineer, at RoadWorks a RealTruck Company, will primarily be responsible for product design of semi-truck accessories and related components. This position requires knowledge and experience in sheet metal design. This role includes conceptual development all the way through start of production, as well as advanced concept engineering. Projects mainly target the aftermarket product lines, with growth potential into OEM product lines available as well. (Must have experience in Sheetmetal Design and Manufacturing 3 plus years experience).

Position responsibilities:

• Plan, conceptualize, and develop designs to effectively support existing and new product offerings.
• Develop testing processes and perform testing and validation of new designs.
• Coordinate with development team on concept realization and feasibility using 2D/3D modeling, and rapid prototyping methodologies. Perform engineering calculations to support design work.
• Use engineering analysis and simulation to design in product quality in the early design stages and reduce iteration and issues during new product introduction.
• Create design documentation for release to manufacturing including part/assembly drawings.
• Support design through production tooling, qualification testing, and manufacturing introduction.
• Create and review technical drawings, plans, and specifications using CAD software.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary engineering teams, and work with vendors and contractors.
• Perform detailed documentation to track project development and design process.
• Ensure project timeline is met and project stays within budget.
• Examine total cost of each project, while the effectiveness and safety of each design as a high priority.
• Participate in activities to verify the accuracy of designs, while documenting each process.
• Construct all bills of material for the designs and maintain accurate records.
• Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and 3+ years of experience in mechanical product design required or 7-10 years of relevant industry/functional experience required in lieu of degree.
• 2D/3D CAD mechanical design experience
• Experience in sheet metal part design and associated mass production processes.

Travel

• Occasional travel is required, especially between facilities.

Pay and Benefits:

• RealTruck offers competitive pay and the opportunity for annual increases, based on job performance.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision health insurance
• A matched 401k savings program to plan and save for your retirement
• Paid vacation and time off to ensure time with your family and a work/life balance
• Educational assistance to continue college or pursue other skills and further your career
• Discounts on great RealTruck products for you, your family, and friends!

What’s Next?

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Perks That Go the Extra Mile :
At RealTruck, we take care of our people—because they drive our success. Enjoy great benefits like medical, dental, and vision coverage, company-paid life insurance and disability, and a 401(k) with company match (eligible the first of the month after you start). Need balance? We’ve got wellbeing days and parental leave. Want to grow? Take advantage of educational reimbursement. Plus, earn referral bonuses and score exclusive employee discounts on RealTruck products. Great benefits. Great people. Even better careers.

About RealTruck

RealTruck is the premier manufacturer and digital destination of accessories for truck, Jeep®, Bronco® and off-road enthusiasts around the world. Globally headquartered in Ann Arbor, Michigan, RealTruck’s 6,000+ associates operate from 35+ facilities across four continents. RealTruck’s industry leading product portfolio, which includes the Husky Liners total vehicle protection brand, boasts over 1,000 patents and pending applications. The company’s omni-channel retail approach delivers a seamless consumer experience online at RealTruck.com, as well as through its 12,000+ dealer network and automotive (OEM) partnerships.