Lippert · 10 hours ago
Sr. Design Engineer
Yoder, IN
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expLippert is a leading global manufacturer and supplier of engineered products for various industries. The Senior Design Engineer will lead design programs and prototype fabrications for automotive solutions, ensuring projects are completed on-time and within budget while mentoring junior engineers.
Automotive
Responsibilities
Lead engineer on design programs within the department; Responsible for program/project management (schedule, budget, action items) as well as reporting
Conceptual and detailed designs of automotive towing components and assemblies
Ability to perform and review detailed finite element structural analysis of towing and metallic components and assemblies to investigate performance to customer requirements
Perform and present gated design reviews with both internal staff, as well as with customers at specific times in the design lifecycle of project
Generate solid and surface component and assembly CAD models
Create drawings of products using CAD
Develop innovative solutions to customer requirements for towing component designs
Work as part of a team of design and manufacturing engineering staff to bring designs from concept through prototyping and into production
Develop new and improve existing engineering products and processes
Research new product ideas and methods
Ensure compliance with the industry’s safety standards and requirements
Maintain accurate records
Ensure products are user and environment friendly
Write detailed reports, work instructions and SOP’s
Present prototypes and designs to project managers and customers
Utilize knowledge of engineering practices, mathematics, strengths of material and other physical science
Have a good working knowledge of various machines and production equipment
Create DXF files for use on CNC equipment
Communicate with cross-functional teams, working closely with Product Management, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality and Operations
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a similar field with appropriate experience
Previous experience as a Design Engineer or a similar role
Proficient in Autodesk Inventor / SolidWorks; CATIA V5 is a plus
All Microsoft Office software including Project
3D printer experience is a plus
3D laser scanning / CMM experience is a plus (FARO)
Good understanding of safety standards and environmental impact of a design
Ability to present in front of stakeholders and managers
Great computational and spatial ability to solve complex problems
Excellent oral and written communication; ability to maintain a professional and pleasant demeanor
Attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to work on projects demanding fast prototype/production startups
Ability to work with vendors, customers and employees
Experience leading high performance teams in a fast-paced environment
Ability to sit/stand for long periods daily; position requires some lifting when doing installations on vehicles
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
Preferred
Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering and 5 years' experience or a similar field with appropriate experience
Previous experience in the automotive industry with towing or hitch experience
Experience working with OE customers
Experience in global organization
Lateral thinker
Benefits
Comprehensive benefit offerings including medical, dental, vision, 401k with employer match, vacation, and more!
Fair and competitive compensation.
Holiday, personal and vacation days.
Company
Lippert
Whether you're on the road or on the water, we supply premium RV, automotive, and marine products designed to enhance your fun.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Jason Lippert
President & CEO and a member of LCII board of directors
Brian Hall
Chief Financial Officer
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