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# Design Engineer

- **Company:** SRAM LLC.
- **Location:** San Luis Obispo, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $80,000.0 - $120,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** 3d Models, Computer-Aided Design, Failure Mode Effects Analysis, Software Tools, Windchill, Smartsheet, Creo, Surface Modeling
- **Published:** September 17, 2026
- **Apply:** https://career4.successfactors.com/sfcareer/jobreqcareer?jobId=4219&company=SRAMprod

## About the Role

* Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (BSME) or equivalent engineering discipline.
 * 3+ years of mechanical design experience.
 * Extensive CAD experience required. Creo Parametric and surface modeling experience desired.
 * Composite experience a plus.
 * Experience applying a variety of engineering tools such as statistics, GD&T, FEA, FMEA and tolerance analysis.
 * Exceptional communication, teamwork, and relationship skills.
 * Product Lifecycle Management system (PLM) experience such as Windchill a plus.
 * Experience designing with a variety of manufacturing processes such as forging, CNC machining/turning, and stamping.
 * This role is onsite in San Luis Obispo, CA and non-local candidates will be expected to relocate.

## Description

* Design and model cranksets and related drivetrain components using a variety of materials and manufacturing processes.
 * Apply SRAM engineering best practices and standard procedures to how work is accomplished.
 * Create CAD models, drawings, documentation, and project plans using Creo, Windchill, and Smartsheet.
 * Collaborate with local and global teammates, test labs, and overseas suppliers.
 * Facilitate problem resolution within the design team and at factories and suppliers.
 * Mitigate risks through proactive design analysis.
 * Prototype, test, break stuff, and refine the design as you go.
 * Provide input for development of manufacturing processes and equipment.
 * Occasional domestic and international travel (typically 1 to 2 weeks at a time, a couple times per year).
 * Take meetings and calls across time zones, including early mornings or evenings.
 * May perform other duties as assigned.