THE ROLE
The Designer will 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. The Design Engineer will maintain product drawings by processing all necessary changes and create drawings per engineering standards. The designer will also 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.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
· 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
· Reviews regulatory artwork for production and manufacturing
· Ability to apply standards to design work completed
QualificationsEDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
· Proficient 2D drawing and 3D modeling ability through use of SolidWorks. Prior work experience with Solid Works required.
· Communication skills to organize problem solving which is then reflected in engineering designs
· Mechanical design knowledge
· Preferred Certification in Solid Works and 3 to 5 years of related experience
· Prefer Knowledge of GD&T and weld call outs
· Proficient in use of Microsoft Office including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
· Must have strong math skills
· Must be detail oriented
· Must work well with a team
Skills Required
- Proficient 2D drawing and 3D modeling using SolidWorks; prior SolidWorks work experience
- Mechanical design knowledge and ability to apply basic engineering principles
- Proficient in Microsoft Office including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
- Strong math skills
- Detail oriented
- Ability to work well with a team and communicate to organize problem solving
- Certification in SolidWorks
- 3 to 5 years related experience
- Knowledge of GD&T and weld call outs
What We Do
Founded in 1997, Dakota Bodies specializes in designing and manufacturing high-quality utility and service truck bodies. The company serves the demanding requirements of utility and essential infrastructure crews throughout North America. Utilizing state-of-the-art manufacturing technology at its facilities in Watertown, South Dakota, and Liberty, Missouri, Dakota Bodies focuses on custom engineering to ensure that each truck body is optimized for specific professional needs and productivity.







