Engineering Designer

About the role

American Trailer World (“ATW”) is a leading diversified manufacturer, retailer and distributor of professional and consumer grade trailers, parts and accessories. ATW, headquartered in the Dallas/Fort Worth, Texas area, is North America’s largest vertically integrated trailer manufacturer. The company was formed through the combination of Big Tex and American Trailer Works in 2016. Its nationally recognized brands include Big Tex Trailers, CM Truck Beds, PJ Trailers, BWise Trailers, Carry-On Trailer, Dakota Bodies, RC Trailers, and BigTex Trailer World. ATW operates several manufacturing facilities, distribution centers and retail stores. Its products are sold to dealers, retailers, Big Box retailers and OEMs, all of which serve a variety of end markets including agriculture, construction, landscaping, recreational, automotive, and general industrial markets.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and creation of product models, assemblies, Bills of Materials (BOMs) and drawings in SolidWorks for commercial and production facility needs under direction of engineers and the Director of Engineering.
• Maintain product drawings by processing all necessary changes and create drawings per engineering standards.
• Perform design calculations and make recommendations for specific elements of a product design in accordance with the applicable codes and standards to which the products are manufactured.
• Create new product drawings/models and complete necessary calculations.
• Create and/or update product drawings and calculations as necessary for product modifications.
• Generate and track Engineering Change Requests and New Product Requests with research for the required change.
• Apply basic engineering principles in the design of new or modified products.
• Review regulatory artwork for production and manufacturing.

Requirements

• Proficient 2D drawing and 3D modeling ability through use of SolidWorks.
• Prior work experience with SolidWorks required.
• Communication skills to organize problem solving which is then reflected in engineering designs.
• Mechanical design knowledge.
• Preferred Certification in SolidWorks and 3 to 5 years of related experience.
• Knowledge of GD&T and weld call outs.
• Proficient in use of Microsoft Office including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Strong math skills.
• Detail oriented.
• Ability to work well with a team.