Senior Design Engineer

S & S Cycle•Viola, WI

15h

About The Position

The Senior Design Engineer manages projects and project teams while providing technical guidance and leadership. The role includes design, research, prototyping, engineering documentation, estimating, process improvement, and creating and monitoring project timelines. The engineer works with engineers, technicians, purchasing, other personnel, and suppliers to achieve project goals and complete projects on time and within budget. The position establishes product specifications, targets, and deliverables; plans and directs prototype construction and testing; and ensures designs, components, and assemblies meet applicable industry, business, customer, and regulatory requirements. It also leads project meetings and design reviews, analyzes test results, and investigates field problems and warranty issues. Work is primarily performed in an office, with occasional exposure to the production environment. Safety glasses, hearing protection, and safety-toe shoes are required when on the production floor. The position is salaried.

Requirements

At least 5 years of experience in project and team leadership.
Knowledge of SolidWorks 3D CAD software.
Familiarity with internal combustion engines and their components.
Bachelor of Science in Industrial Design, Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering field.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and working knowledge of computer applications.
High analytical ability, good judgment, and strong organizational focus.
Well organized and self-directed.
Able to relate positively to people at all levels of the organization.
Flexible, energetic, forward-thinking, and creative, with high moral and ethical standards.

Nice To Haves

Experience as an engineering professional in powersports or a related industry is preferred.

Responsibilities

Understand and adhere to department goals, objectives, and strategy.
Establish credibility throughout the organization as an effective developer of solutions and maintain positive employee morale.
Research new materials, development methods, and technologies relevant to the industry.
Confirm designs with the engineering and purchasing teams.
Ensure components and assemblies adhere to applicable industry and business standards.
Establish specifications, targets, and deliverables, and maintain product specifications based on reviews with relevant parties across management, marketing, finance, engineering, manufacturing, quality, and sales.
Plan and direct prototype construction to meet customer and company regulatory requirements.
Plan projects, including Work Breakdown Structure, NPV, Statement of Requirements, budgets, and project documentation in accordance with the Product Development Process.
Lead project meetings and design reviews, communicate results, and report monthly at the department meeting.
Create test reports and analyze data to determine whether designs meet functional and performance specifications.
Establish test requirements and direct and support prototype testing to verify reliability and performance.
Work within specified budget guidelines.
Determine whether parts meet minimum stress levels and regulatory compliance through testing and analysis.
Lead investigations of field problems and warranty issues.
Identify and select appropriate materials and manufacturing processes.
Perform other assigned projects and tasks.