Description
Design Engineer
Race Winning Brands (RWB) | Full-Time
Our people build what wins races. You'll help find them.
At RWB, our brands make performance parts that riders and racers trust on the track and the trail. Behind every piston, clutch, and exhaust is a team of machinists, engineers, assemblers, and pros who take pride in getting it right. We're looking for an Design Engineer who wants to be part of that team and help it grow.
As a key member of our engineering team, the Product Design Engineer will work cross-functionally with Product Management, Supply Chain, and Manufacturing to bring innovative valvetrain and engine component solutions to market. The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of mechanical engineering principles, proficiency in CAD software (such as SolidWorks or AutoCAD), and a general knowledge of the performance racing and automotive aftermarket.
What you'll do
- Design – SolidWorks (Current Release)
- Create and maintain 3D models and drawings library.
- Maintain accuracy and completeness of standard design procedures.
- Execute design of new products under direction of the Engineering Manager.
- Create detailed engineering drawings and related specifications, including GD&T specifications with appropriate dimensions, tolerances, and surface finishes.
- Ability to perform fitment and tolerance stack analyses.
- Understanding of CNC machining and manufacturing processes.
- Understanding of FEA and CFD. Usage though Solid works Premium is a plus.
Metrology
- Understanding of CMM Output and 3D scanning technology.
- Ability to use handheld measuring gauges – Calipers, Mics, Bore Gauges, etc.
- Familiarization with usage of CMM and 3D scanning technology is a plus.
Communication
- Clearly and accurately communicates engineering information to manufacturing, sales, and marketing teams.
- Ability to work on cross-functional teams to support the core business, ensuring quality products are delivered on time.
Organization
- Ability to resolve issues quickly to ensure on time delivery of projects. The ideal candidate will have the ability and flexibility to provide solid, long term, resolutions for ongoing projects while operating in parallel on current design projects.
- Work assignments may be complex and non-routine in nature where established techniques or procedures do not yet exist. This position requires a dynamic outlook and the ability to adapt and overcome as new challenges arise.
Requirements
What you bring
- Bachelor’s Degree (B.S.) in Mechanical Engineering or related field preferred.
- Minimum of 3 years design engineering experience.
- CAD Experience: Solid works required.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office software: Windows, Outlook, Teams, Excel, Word, PowerPoint
- Excellent communication, documentation, and attention to detail
- Strong problem-solving skills.
- Solid understanding of machine processes and cutting tools.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS:
- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, and ability to adjust focus.
- The noise level in the work environment is usually low.
- Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.
- Personal protective equipment is required including but not limited to gloves, safety glasses, and hearing protection.
Why RWB
- Room to grow your skills and your career
- A close team that works hard and cares about the people it hires
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance – Effective Day 1
- Paid Time Off
- 401(k) Match – Immediate Vesting
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Parental Leave
- Shift Differential Pay
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Life Insurance – Company Paid
- Short-Term Disability Insurance – Company Paid
- Referral Bonuses
EEO Statement:
Race Winning Brands provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristics protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field
- At least 3 years of design engineering experience
- SolidWorks CAD experience
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Windows, Outlook, Teams, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
- Excellent communication and documentation skills
- Strong attention to detail
- Strong problem-solving skills
- Understanding of machine processes and cutting tools
What We Do
Race Winning (RWB) is an accumulation of independent businesses, each with market leading brand recognition that sells primarily pistons, and other engine related components into the Automotive and Powersports markets (high-performance racing, motorcycles, all-terrain vehicles, snowmobiles, personal watercraft, etc.). The companies are market leaders in manufacturing highly engineered engine components on their respected fields. RWB’s customer base runs the gamut from recreation to the very highest levels of professional racing, in every facet of the Automotive and Powersports Industries. The products supplied are forged and cast pistons, connecting rods, and crankshafts; along with their complimentary components, piston rings, bearings, gaskets, camshafts, and a variety of other internal valve train and engine components. Other products include suspension, braking, clutching, and chassis components. With RWB’s ability to engineer solutions for their customers and the infrastructure to test, manufacture, and distribute these products worldwide, RWB has no equal in the field. RWB is truly at the cutting edge of Performance and Racing components worldwide!
