Design Engineer II

JB Poindexter & Co • Reading, PA

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About The Position

The Design Engineer II executes the engineering change process (ECR/ECO/ECN), maintains the ECR log, sets priorities, and coordinates cross-functionally to support implementation of engineering changes. The role creates or modifies drawings, bills of material, and supporting documentation based on customer specifications or sales orders. It applies engineering principles to assigned projects and solves problems of moderate complexity with technical and operational efficiency.

The position designs custom parts and assemblies for vocational vehicles and evaluates specifications, drawings, supplier information, and manufacturing requirements. It collaborates with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Procurement, and Operations to implement product changes, support product quality and manufacturing efficiency, and provide technical assistance. The role also manages multiple engineering projects and change requests while meeting established timelines and priorities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• Excellent working knowledge of sheet metal fabrication, welding, assembly processes, and design for manufacturability.
• Working knowledge of ERP systems and engineering document control practices.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks, EPDM/PDM, and document management systems.

Nice To Haves

• Seven years of experience in sheet metal product design and manufacturing with a BSME is preferred.
• SolidWorks certifications are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Execute the engineering change process (ECR/ECO/ECN), maintain the ECR log, set priorities, and coordinate implementation of engineering changes.
• Create or modify drawings, bills of material, and supporting documentation based on customer specifications or sales orders.
• Design custom parts and assemblies for vocational vehicles while meeting customer, technical, manufacturing, and regulatory requirements.
• Review and analyze specifications, drawings, supplier information, and manufacturing requirements to assess design impact, cost, quality, manufacturability, and implementation needs.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Procurement, and Operations on product changes, impact assessments, BOM updates, and engineering releases.
• Support lean manufacturing, design standardization, value analysis/value engineering (VA/VE), and continuous improvement projects.
• Manage multiple engineering projects, change requests, and product support activities while meeting timelines and priorities.
• Provide technical support to Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Sales, and Procurement through problem-solving, supplier collaboration, and production support.
• Develop design solutions to improve manufacturability, assembly efficiency, product quality, cost, and customer experience.
• Create and maintain SolidWorks 3D models, drawings, bills of material, and engineering documentation in accordance with revision control and document management procedures.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• 401(k) Savings Plan with Company Match.
• Paid parental leave.
• Tools Purchase Program.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• 10 paid holidays.
• Footwear, eyewear, and safety equipment discount program.
• Paid training and development programs.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level