Mechanical Design Engineer
Job Title: Senior Mechanical Design Engineer
Location: Forest City, Iowa (Onsite)
Duration: 12 Months Contract
Job Summary: Our client is seeking a highly motivated Senior Mechanical Design Engineer with experience in the recreational vehicle (RV) industry. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in structural and chassis design, along with hands-on experience in UG NX and Teamcenter. This role involves working closely with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative, high-quality design solutions while ensuring manufacturability and performance.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design and develop mechanical components and systems for recreational vehicles
- Work on structural and chassis design to ensure durability and performance
- Create 3D models, assemblies, and detailed drawings using UG NX
- Manage product data and revisions using Teamcenter
- Collaborate with manufacturing, quality, and engineering teams for product development
- Ensure designs meet industry standards, safety, and regulatory requirements
- Support prototyping, testing, and validation activities
- Continuously improve design processes and product performance
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
- 3–4 years of experience in the recreational vehicle (RV) or automotive industry
- Strong knowledge of structural design and chassis systems
- Hands-on experience with UG NX and Teamcenter
- Solid understanding of design and manufacturing processes
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in RV or heavy vehicle design
- Familiarity with DFMEA, GD&T, and tolerance stack-up analysis
- Exposure to PLM systems
- Strong problem-solving and communication skills