Mechanical Design / Product Engineer

Location: Alabama (On-site)
Job Type: Full-Time

Position Overview

We are seeking a Mechanical Design / Product Engineer to join our engineering team and play a key role in the design, development, and continuous improvement of custom, semi, and heavy-haul commercial trailers. This position will collaborate closely with Sales, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain to transform customer requirements into innovative, safe, and manufacturable transportation solutions.

The ideal candidate is a hands-on engineer with strong mechanical design experience, proficiency in 3D CAD modeling, and a solid understanding of heavy equipment or transportation systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop custom commercial trailer solutions, including lowboys, flatbeds, and specialized multi-axle transport equipment.
• Create detailed 3D CAD models and production-ready 2D engineering drawings using SolidWorks or similar CAD software.
• Perform engineering calculations, weight distribution analysis, and Finite Element Analysis (FEA) to validate structural integrity and product performance.
• Develop and maintain accurate Bills of Materials (BOMs) and support ERP integration.
• Collaborate with manufacturing teams to resolve design challenges, improve manufacturability, and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Provide engineering support during prototype development, testing, and product validation.
• Ensure all designs comply with applicable transportation regulations, including DOT, FMVSS, SAE, and related industry standards.
• Partner with Sales and Purchasing teams to review customer specifications, evaluate components, and provide technical guidance.
• Participate in design reviews and contribute to ongoing product development and engineering improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Technology.
• 3–5+ years of mechanical design experience in heavy equipment, commercial vehicles, transportation, trailers, automotive, or OEM manufacturing.
• Proficiency with 3D CAD software (SolidWorks preferred).
• Experience creating production drawings and engineering documentation.
• Knowledge of structural analysis, engineering calculations, and Finite Element Analysis (FEA).
• Understanding of metal fabrication, welding processes, and steel and aluminum design.
• Experience creating and maintaining Bills of Materials (BOMs).
• Familiarity with ERP systems.
• Strong understanding of DOT, FMVSS, NHTSA, SAE, and other transportation industry regulations.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with engineering, manufacturing, sales, and supply chain teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience designing commercial trailers or heavy-haul transportation equipment.
• Knowledge of hydraulic systems, suspension systems, and axle configurations.
• Experience supporting Lean Manufacturing or Lean Six Sigma initiatives.
• Familiarity with Design for Manufacturing (DFM) principles.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunity to work on innovative, custom-engineered products.
• Collaborative engineering and manufacturing environment.
• Career growth and professional development opportunities.
• Stable, growing organization with a commitment to quality and continuous improvement.

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