Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
- Design new innovative tractor implements, skid steer/excavator attachments, OEM products, etc.
- Manage all aspects of design projects including concept, prototyping, testing and design for manufacturability.
- Provide support to manufacturing to ensure product is fabricated, welded and assembled based on the intended functionality of the design.
- Present design concepts, features, opportunities and challenges to the Land Pride management team.
- Utilize analysis software, evaluate field testing and recommend design modifications to optimize product designs.
- Create detailed drawings, bill of materials, test plans, etc.
- Recommend measures to improve production methods, equipment performance, and quality of product to engineering manager.
- Other duties may be assigned that require other qualifications, physical demands and/or work environment.
Preferred Skills and Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree (BS) in Mechanical Engineering; or three or more years related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Experience with PRO-E, Solid Works, FEA software and Microsoft Office tools.
- Understanding of manufacturing methods and ability work in a fast-paced environment within a diverse group.
- Excellent communicator who performs well solving problems and working in a team environment.
- Knowledge of hydraulic and electronic integration is a plus.
- Knowledge of farming practices and equipment helpful.