Principal Function of the Position:

This individual will design, develop and support products through the product life cycle. From conceptualization, through production and customer support. They will be responsible for developing the appropriate tools, controls, equipment, fixtures and processes used in manufacturing of new products, contribute and/or determine the appropriate specifications and procedures used for layout, testing, and prototyping. In addition, this position is responsible for continuous improvement of other existing products via design modifications and the re-tooling of components, parts and/or systems used on those product lines.

This position will have some direct interaction / communications with outside vendors who are involved in the procurement of raw materials, component parts, and systems used in manufacturing of new and existing products, and will be the key link in working with and coordinating the involvement of other areas such as purchasing, planning, fabrication, production, quality assurance, and prototyping to ensure that the products produced are designed, tested, and manufactured to optimum performance standards within minimal product development time.

Primary Responsibilities of This Position:

Secondary Responsibilities of This Position:

• Sit for long periods of time.
• See details of objects that are more than a few feet away.
• See differences between colors, shades, and brightness.
• Use fingers to grasp, move, or assemble very small objects.
• Hear sounds and recognize the difference between them.
• Focus on one source of sound and ignore others.
• React quickly using hands, fingers, or feet.
• Determine the distance between objects.
• Hold the arm and hand in one position or hold the hand steady while moving the arm.

This position requires a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, or another related engineering discipline with an emphasis on powered machinery. Individuals with an Associate degree in one or more engineering disciplines and 5-7 years of applicable experience in Agricultural equipment design and/or product development can be substituted for the advanced engineering degree.

• Minimum 5 years of design and manufacturing experience of agricultural equipment. Equivalent experience amount in other equipment types will be considered.
• Strong experience and knowledge level of a 3-D CAD program. Autodesk Inventor & Vault preferred. Other programs such as Catia, Pro-E, Solid Works or Solid Edge will be considered.
• Prior design experience using steel fabrication processes and equipment, i.e. saw, plasma, laser, punch, and forming.
• Prior design experience using machining processes and operations, i.e. lathe, VMC, and HMC.
• Prior design experience of weldments for hand and robotic welding processes, along with general welding knowledge.
• Prior experience in design and machining of steel and iron castings is preferred.
• Prior product development project coordination. Determining and coordinating fabrication, welding process, fixturing and tooling needs for prototyping, and production.
• Prior experience in designing, operating and using agricultural equipment along with general farming operations.
• Prior work experience developing and supporting product and design support documentation, i.e., Product Manuals, Department standards.
• Prior experience designing control systems.
• Prior experience with ISOBUS systems.
• Proficiency with written, verbal, presentation, and telephone communications skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft products including Microsoft Word, Access, Excel, Power Point, etc.