Senior Design Engineer Solidworks Jobs in Minnesota

At Wenger Corporation our work is driven by M.U.S.I.C. [Motivation, Unity, Success, Innovation, and Customer Commitment] and united by purpose! Across our family of brands, we are motivated by purposeful work that brings performances to life. And above all, we’re committed to our customers and to each other, knowing that great performances only happen when great people work together.With over 80 years of passion for performance, Wenger Corporation’s purpose is to enrich lives by enabling and inspiring great performances through world-class products and solutions for music education, performing arts, and athletic spaces. From acoustical shells and staging to innovative classroom and performance solutions, you will be part of a team that values craftsmanship, creativity, and quality that helps educators, performers, and venues achieve their best.Join our family of brands where motivation fuels meaningful work, innovation shapes the future of performance, and customer commitment guides everything we do.Wenger Corporation seeking a Senior Design Engineer. As a Senior Design Engineer, you will contribute to Wenger Corporation’s strategy to provide an exceptional customer experience by leading new product development, product improvement, and cost reduction projects through project leadership, evaluation of customer requirements, concept development, and product design.At a minimum, you’ll need:Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering or Agricultural EngineeringFive (5) years of progressive product engineering experienceIt’d be great if you also have:SolidWorks experienceProficiency with finite element analysis (FEA) software and stress calculationsAbility to conceptualize, formulate design possibilities and coordinate development by the project team under time and financial constraintsCommitment to effective project leadership, coordination, and evaluation, with recommendations for changes required to improve overall resultsMusic or theater background or interestAs a Senior Design Engineer, a typical day might include:Assuming a substantial role in developing detailed customer requirements and corresponding product functional requirements in collaboration with the Product ManagerProviding effective leadership to multifunctional project teams to help accomplish the goals of the projectStimulating development of ideas for new products, product improvements and cost reductionsConducting engineering analysis with respect to strength calculations, design layout, fits and tolerances, and CAD modeling as requiredReviewing code compliance of custom products used in various locationsOverseeing accelerated product life cycle tests and evaluates field testing and potential misuse of productsProviding complete, documented product and engineering specifications, working closely with cross-functional teamsProviding support for new manufacturing processes on products of responsibilityProviding guidance for drafting and modelling by others in new product development.Providing technical leadership for standard product customization effortsPreparing recommendations for product changes that will improve sales potential or reduce costProviding technical writing support for manuals and instructionsCoordinating and executing with other departments product development tasks including:Product design including necessary calculations (FEA)Design Reviews of productsDesign validation testing oversightDesign Failure Modes Effects Analysis (DFMEA)Design for Manufacturability (DFM)Prototype developmentAccelerated product life cycle tests (including environmental testing)Design specification development – engineering specificationsPreproduction supportField testing (beta sites)Benefit offerings include:Paid Time Off9 Paid HolidaysGenerous Profit SharingMedical, Dental and Vision InsuranceSpending Accounts – HSA, FSA, DCFSACompany Paid Short-term and Long-term Disability Insurance401k Retirement Plan with Company MatchCompany Paid Life InsuranceSupplemental Life InsuranceEmployee Assistance ProgramPay information reflects the anticipated compensation range for this position based on current market data. Individual pay is determined by skills, experience, and other relevant factors.Wenger Corporation's core purpose is to ENRICH LIVES BY ENABLING AND INSPIRING GREAT PERFORMANCES.Put your passion to work in an exciting, rewarding industry that inspires great performances today!Wenger Corporation is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action EmployerAll Qualified Candidates are Encouraged to Apply #J-18808-Ljbffr