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# DESIGN ENGINEER

- **Company:** Custom Truck
- **Location:** Kansas City, MO, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** 3d Models, AutoCAD, SolidWorks (CAD), Microsoft Office, Oracle (Applications), SAP (Applications), Solid Modeling, Epicor ERP, Infor
- **Published:** July 24, 2026
- **Apply:** https://dejobs.org/x/x/81FD2AF4AE824D3D9B7C72E28E3F8A6E/job/

## About the Role

* 2+ years' experience in an engineering capacity.
 * Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Technology.
 * Proficient in engineering design software - 3D and 2D (SolidWorks and AutoCAD preferred).
 * Proficient in Microsoft Office.
 * Structural Design - Welded steel structures.
 * Understanding and use of MRP/ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, Epicor, Infor, xetc)., * Two (2) years of engineering experience in manufacturing environmentor,
 * Two (2) years of engineering experience in automotive design related field or,
 * Two (2) years of engineering experience in vocational truck assembly.
 * Ability to identify complex build challenges and implement solutions quickly and correctly.
 * Ability to weld.
 * Ability to understand 12V electrical systems.
 * Ability to understand hydraulic plumbing systems.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

 * Ability to read and interpret documents; ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
 * Must also possess the ability to speak effectively with customers or employees of organization.

## Description

* Ownership of design and analysis of mechanical structures and components.
 * Deep understanding of Bill of Material (BOM) structures.
 * Develop new products using 3D solid modeling software (SolidWorks).
 * Create detail drawings of 3D models (SolidWorks).
 * Work with procurement team to order prototype parts and manage creation of prototypes.
 * Create test procedures and work with testing dept to implement functional, structural, and stability testing.
 * Make modifications to new designs based on results of testing.
 * Evaluate machine weight and balance for road worthiness and crane stability.
 * Create sales support drawings.
 * Analyze product failures, develop repairs and redesign accordingly.
 * Assist technical publications in creation of manuals (parts books, service manuals, operator manuals).
 * ECR review and recommend approval/rejection.
 * ECO creation and give recommendations on implementation.


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