Design Engineers

The Reserves Network
Ankeny, IA, United States
6 days ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
5 years minimum
Compensation
$85,000.0 - $130,000.0
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

Computer-Aided Design AutoCAD Autodesk Inventor Autodesk Revit Microsoft Outlook Collaborative Software Project Management Software Microsoft Office 3d Solid and Surface Modeling Navisworks Autodesk Autocad

Job description

  • Design Documentation & Process Development: Prepare detailed engineering drawings, construction documents, specifications, bills of materials, cost estimates, and engineering change documentation. Support product development, redesign projects, and technical documentation.
  • Design Evolution & Continuous Improvement: Evaluate designs for safety, functionality, manufacturability, structural integrity, and cost effectiveness. Analyze field data, identify design deficiencies, and recommend improvements to enhance product quality and performance.
  • Revit Modeling & Technical Drawings: Develop and modify detailed 2D and 3D drawings, layouts, elevations, sections, and shop drawings using Revit and other computer-aided design software. Incorporate dimensions, materials, field measurements, and installation requirements.
  • Design Calculations & Analysis: Interpret engineering concepts and perform calculations involving dimensions, angles, weights, component sizing, and costs to ensure designs meet applicable safety, quality, and performance requirements.
  • Cross-Functional Project Collaboration: Work with engineers, architects, contractors, vendors, project managers, and field teams to resolve design issues, coordinate RFIs and submittals through Procore, and deliver accurate project documentation.
  • Project & Supplier Coordination: Support requests for quotations, coordinate with suppliers, develop purchase specifications, and assist with project planning, risk identification, and construction administration.
  • Field Support & Quality: Conduct job site observations as needed to identify safety concerns, quality issues, nonconformance, and opportunities for improvement. Collaborate with project leaders to resolve challenges and ensure compliance with project requirements.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in a related field, such as Industrial, Manufacturing, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering, preferred. Relevant experience and industry certifications may be considered in place of a degree.
  • Minimum of 5 years of related design or engineering experience.
  • Proficiency with Autodesk software, including Revit and AutoCAD; experience with Inventor, Navisworks, or other design tools is beneficial.
  • Ability to interpret engineering drawings, technical specifications, construction documents, and design concepts.
  • Strong mathematical, analytical, and problem-solving skills, including the ability to perform design calculations and evaluate component requirements.
  • Knowledge of construction materials, manufacturing processes, fabrication methods, and installation requirements.
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to coordinate with internal teams, customers, suppliers, architects, engineers, and field personnel.
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Outlook, and online collaboration tools.
  • Professional engineering credentials, such as FE, EIT, PE, or equivalent industry certifications, are beneficial; willingness to pursue relevant qualifications is a plus.
  • Willingness to travel up to 25% or as business needs require.
  • Ability to perform occasional fieldwork, including navigating uneven terrain, climbing ladders or stairs, working around loud equipment, and wearing required personal protective equipment.
  • Must be able to meet applicable background check and drug-free workplace requirements.
  • Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Benefits & conditions

Job Description Job Description Design Engineer $85,000-$130,000 Annually 1st Shift Kansas City, MO or Ankeny, IA Direct Hire What Matters Most

  • Competitive Pay: $85,000-$130,000 annually, based on experience and qualifications
  • Schedule: 1st shift
  • Location: Kansas City, MO or Ankeny, IA
  • Direct Hire: Long-term career opportunity with professional growth and development
  • Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package and additional company perks, * Competitive annual salary of $85,000-$130,000, based on experience
  • Comprehensive company benefits package
  • Opportunities for professional development, training, and career advancement
  • Collaborative engineering environment with opportunities to work on diverse projects
  • Opportunity to contribute to innovative design solutions and continuous improvement initiatives
  • Long-term career potential with an established project solutions organization

About the company

Your New Organization Keen Project Solutions is an engineering and project solutions organization focused on delivering innovative designs and practical solutions for customers across a variety of industries. The company emphasizes safety, quality, collaboration, and continuous improvement, encouraging team members to develop new ideas and create value for customers. Design Engineers have the opportunity to work alongside multidisciplinary teams on challenging projects while contributing to product development, construction planning, and technical innovation.

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