At Muncie Power, our products play a critical role in our society by powering the vehicles that develop key infrastructure, putting out dangerous fires, fixing the power lines that power our homes, and hauling away our garbage.
Every team member at Muncie Power understands how important the success of our customers is to their communities. And that inherent value is carried throughout each team to ensure we’re providing the best for our customers.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
This position requires proficiency in the design and development of fabricated metal components and assemblies for hydraulic reservoir products. The Design Engineer - Tanks will be responsible for creating and maintaining detailed 3D models, drawings, and product assemblies, while managing engineering changes and revision control throughout the product lifecycle.
This role will collaborate closely with manufacturing personnel to ensure designs are optimized for manufacturability, quality, and cost-effectiveness. Additionally, the engineer will provide support for production equipment programming as needed, including CNC laser cutting operations and a plasma table. The Design Engineer is also responsible for developing and maintaining accurate Bills of Materials (BOMs), engineering documentation, and other technical records required to support similar products and manufacturing operations.
- Design and Modeling: Create 3D models and 2D detailed drawings for product components and assemblies, ensuring accuracy and alignment with design specifications.
- In-House Manufacturing Coordination: Coordinate and oversee in-house metal fabrication projects, work closely with the manufacturing team to ensure smooth execution.
- Bill of Materials (BOM): Generate and maintain accurate Bills of Materials (BOMs) and product structures within the ERP system, ensuring comprehensive data management.
- Production Support: Collaborate with the production team to provide support on engineering changes, modifications, and the development of clear work instructions.
- Cross-Department Collaboration: Work closely with both engineering and sales teams to develop detailed support documentation, ensuring that technical documentation is accurate and clear.
- Engineering Documentation: Maintain and manage engineering release documentation, including Engineering Release Notices (ERNs) and Engineering Change Notices (ECNs), for components and assemblies.
- Vendor Coordination: Collaborate with vendors to request and evaluate RFQs (Requests for Quotations) for materials and parts used within the assemblies.
- First Article Inspections: Assist the receiving department with conducting first article inspections of raw components to verify quality and adherence to design specifications.
- Project Management: Organize and prioritize tasks to meet project deadlines, ensuring timely delivery of components, assemblies, and documentation.
- Additional Duties: Perform other related duties and special projects as assigned, ensuring flexibility and support across various functions.
YOUR EXPERIENCES & SKILLS
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering (ME), Mechanical Engineering Technology (MET), Design Engineering Technology (DET), or a related technical discipline; equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience will also be considered.
- Preferred 2-3years of experience in mechanical design, detailing, drafting, and engineering documentation.
- Proficient in 3D CAD modeling and 2D drawing development using software such as SolidWorks, Autodesk Inventor, and AutoCAD.
- Working knowledge of metal fabrication processes, including welding, cutting, forming, and assembly techniques.
- Basic understanding of hydraulic systems and their application prefered.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Experience utilizing ERP systems to create and maintain product structures, Bills of Materials (BOMs), and engineering data.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate across engineering, manufacturing, and operations teams.
- Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and a willingness to contribute to a broad range of technical and continuous improvement projects.
- Highly detail-oriented, organized, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Self-motivated with a commitment to accuracy, quality, and continuous learning.
BENEFITS
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance, and zero card
- Life, death, dismemberment, and dependent insurances
- Prescription drug programs
- Telehealth
- Short-term and long-term disability, and flexible leaves of absence
- Employee assistance programs
- 401k (match 50% on the first 6% of deferred compensation) and flexible spending plans
- 3 weeks of paid time off
- 9 paid holidays
- Wellness & Engagement
LOCATION: Fairmount
DEPARTMENT: RADENG - AMP Engineering
WORK ENVIRONMENT: Office Environment
REPORTS TO: Operations Manager - Tanks
WORKPLACE ARRANGEMENT: On Site
SUPERVISES: N/A
SALARY GRADE: 17
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
This description is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this position. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements.
Muncie Power Products is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Design Engineering Technology, or a related technical discipline; equivalent education and relevant work experience may be considered.
- 2–3 years of experience in mechanical design, detailing, drafting, and engineering documentation.
- Proficiency in 3D CAD modeling and 2D drawing development using SolidWorks, Autodesk Inventor, or AutoCAD.
- Working knowledge of metal fabrication processes, including welding, cutting, forming, and assembly.
- Basic understanding of hydraulic systems and their applications.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
- Experience using ERP systems to create and maintain product structures, bills of materials, and engineering data.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across engineering, manufacturing, and operations teams.
- Mechanical aptitude and willingness to contribute to technical and continuous improvement projects.
- Strong attention to detail, organization, and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Self-motivation and commitment to accuracy, quality, and continuous learning.
What We Do
Muncie Power Products is a Muncie, Indiana-based manufacturer of power take-offs and tanks, and a provider of fluid-power components for work trucks and other hydraulic applications. Its products help supply, build, operate, and maintain work trucks, and the company emphasizes customer service, product quality, and ongoing innovation. As part of Interpump Group, it can provide nearly every major component needed in a hydraulic system.
