Design Engineer

Are you looking to work for a company that provides an innovative work environment, and your voice is heard?We have multiple needs for Design Engineers to work onsite in Goshen Indiana. These roles are direct hire opportunities with our client. At this time, there are no sponsorship opportunities for these roles. No visa sponsorship is available.The Design Engineer is responsible for solving day-to-day design challenges of existing products as well as developing new products from concept through production. They will support existing production products through VAVE and Continuous Improvement efforts as well as creation of new derivative systems. The Design Engineer is also responsible for researching new product opportunities, analyzing customer design proposals, defining specifications, benchmarking competitor products, and reviewing warranty data to determine feasibility of new product designs or applications.Essential Functions:Design and/or modify electromechanical/mechanical products or systems such as rack and pinion drive systems, linear motion control, water management systems, load distribution, etc. to fit application requirementsDetail component and assembly designs/models and create engineering prints with complete dimensions and specificationsCreate and maintain DFMEA as neededWrite design validation plans and testing procedures; Assist testing personnel in specifying equipment, methods and procedures for testing mechanical products or systemsCreate conceptual and prototype designs, images, and physical samplesWork with manufacturing engineering and suppliers to ensure the most efficient methods of manufacturing and assembly are developed and meet appropriate specifications.Track and communicate design changes to a cross-functional teamProvide technical details for engineering documents including test reports, product specifications, manuals, etc.Support manufacturing/assembly areas through first runs of productsEvaluate field installations/use and translate that information into technical design goals and improvementsAssist in establishing and/or upgrading internal engineering standards and practicesDemonstrate a strong commitment to Lippert's safety and personnel policies including core valuesEnsure designs comply with applicable standards, codes, and regulations Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in engineering or a similar technical field required3-7+ years of relevant work experience required3D CAD software proficiency required, SolidWorks experience preferredFamiliarity with RV products and applications preferredExcellent communication skills requiredKnowledge of Six Sigma and Lean principles preferredMust be self-motivated and possess a high level of personal initiative Competencies:Solid mechanical engineering proficiency; can design electromechanical systems and sub-components.Proficient in parametric modeling; experience completing FEA of assembliesExcellent verbal and written communication skillsUnderstanding and use of mathematical concepts relating to mechanical drive systems, basic electronics and static/dynamic loading analysis.Analysis of highly complex engineering issues and problems, drawing valid conclusions based on robust data collection and fact-based review.Understanding of materials, mechanical properties and manufacturing processes such that initial concept designs are feasible and meet agreed upon design requirementsDFM/DFAStrong problem-solving skills with a high level of creativityStrong working knowledge of drawing detailing and GD&T practicesCapable of performing moderately complex tolerance stack-ups and evaluating first article inspection reports to ensure a robust designUse of D/PFMEA and other risk analysis toolsAble to execute multiple projects in parallel while balancing competing resources and needs. Gives attention to detail and quality.Comfortable working in a team environment and effective at brainstorming/concepting individually and in a group