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# Design Engineer

- **Company:** SYNECTICS INC
- **Location:** Peoria, IL, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Computer-Aided Design, AutoCAD, Autodesk Inventor, Lidar
- **Published:** September 24, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.juju.com/job/14_c3b11db4

## About the Role

* Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline
 * Strong experience with 3D CAD software (Autodesk Inventor preferred)
 * Solid understanding of mechanical design and manufacturing processes
 * Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
 * Strong collaboration and communication skills
 * Ability to manage multiple projects while maintaining exceptional attention to detail
 * Willingness to travel occasionally, both domestically and internationally
 * Technical excellence with creativity and strong communication skills., * Professional Engineer (P.E.) license or actively pursuing licensure
 * Experience designing heavy equipment, mining equipment, or other large fabricated products
 * Experience working directly with manufacturing and production teams

## Description

* We're looking for an experienced Senior Design Engineer who thrives on innovation, enjoys solving complex engineering problems, and wants to see their ideas become reality.
 * If you're passionate about designing heavy equipment, collaborating with talented teams, and making a lasting impact, we'd love to meet you.
 * As our Senior Design Engineer, you'll lead the design and development of customized off-highway haul truck products from concept through production.
 * Design innovative, customer-specific heavy equipment solutions using Autodesk Inventor and AutoCAD.
 * Partner directly with customers to understand their applications, performance requirements, and operating environments.
 * Collaborate with Production to ensure designs are manufacturable, practical, and efficient.
 * Improve existing products through engineering analysis, innovation, and new technologies.
 * Develop Bills of Materials (BOMs) and engineering documentation.
 * Perform load profile assessments and engineering simulations.
 * Review and approve engineering drawings created by other designers.
 * Support Sales by creating proposal drawings for prospective customers.
 * Assist with research and development initiatives and patent documentation.
 * Use advanced measurement technology, including LIDAR systems, to capture accurate field data.
 * Mentor and train fellow engineers while helping shape engineering standards and best practices.


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