{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"c12aeca7d61a3fc0b4df12e2","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/c12aeca7d61a3fc0b4df12e2","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/c12aeca7d61a3fc0b4df12e2","title":"Design Engineer","description":"Job Title: Design Engineer\nLocation: Waterloo IA USA 50703\nDuration: 24 months contract on w2 (possible extension)\nShift: 1st shift (6 am to 2:30 pm)\nWork Details:\n- Onsite only (no remote)\n- Business casual dress code\n- Interview preference: Will start with Teams interviews before conducting onsite interviews so candidates must be willing to travel to Waterloo for an onsite interview.\n- Will need metatarsal safety boots for first day\nTool Designer\nAre you a hands-on designer who thrives at the intersection of engineering and manufacturing? Do you enjoy seeing your designs go from concept to chips, welds, and finished tools? 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