Design Engineer II

Marmon Holdings, Inc. • Jasper, AL

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About The Position

The Design Engineer II reports to the Engineering Manager and supports product development, validation, and technical assistance for Sales and Customer Service teams. This role supports engineering activities across the Jasper, AL and Matamoros, Mexico locations and is responsible for new product design, continuous product improvement, cost-reduction initiatives, and the maintenance of engineering drawings and bills of material. The position includes tactical product management responsibilities, ensuring project schedules are met and products are released on time. This role will manage multiple projects simultaneously, working independently within a structured engineering organization. In addition, this role contributes to strategic product planning by helping develop three- to five-year product and technology roadmaps aligned with business objectives. The ideal candidate holds a bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related discipline and has a minimum of three years of experience as a design engineer, preferably focused on product design and innovation. Strong proficiency with 3D solid modeling tools and experience applying FEA-based optimization techniques are required. This role also supports advanced product development through mechanical design leadership and collaboration with adjacent electrical and software engineering functions.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, or a closely related field.
• Minimum of 3 to 5 years of experience in an engineering role.
• Proficient in Solid Modelling principles (Pro-E Creo with Windchill database management experience preferred), FEA analysis, engineering design principles, 3D printing, and rapid prototype methods.
• Proficient computer skills.
• Strong aptitude for creating detailed drawings and instructions.
• Ability to analyze technical issues and implement effective solutions.
• Creative and innovative thinker with precise attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Enjoys working with engineering teams and strong intradepartmental communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience working with heavy-duty truck fleets, suppliers, and/or OEMs.
• Prior experience with heavy-duty truck electrical systems, CANbus connectivity, telematics, and/or autonomous operations is a plus.
• Prior experience with embedded applications and sensors is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and propose current products and new product innovation.
• Create multiple iterations of design prototypes using computer-aided design tools, FEA, CMC and 3D printing processes.
• Estimate and establish cost parameters for designs.
• Create project schedules for multiple concurrent design projects.
• Present project progress and challenges during design review meetings.
• Ability to take on strategic role in project planning as well as tactical role in project management and execution.
• Conduct tests in the research and development lab to revise and improve product design.
• Assist in the R&D test lab to set up, monitor and run various tests.
• Support IATF 16949 quality management system within product engineering.
• Duties will include engineering drawing maintenance, engineering change notices, BOM and costing maintenance in the company ERP system and engineering project documentation.
• Assist in providing engineering support to sales, marketing, and customer service departments.
• Assist in communicating with major truck OEM engineering departments.

What This Job Offers

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