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Battle Motors prides itself on delivering efficient, effective solutions for the heavy-duty work truck industry. With the evolution of our new EV (Electric Vehicle) technology, we are growing faster than ever.

At Battle Motors, we believe the most fulfilling place to work is where extraordinary people collaborate to solve difficult problems.

We’re currently searching for a CAD Designer specializing in diesel and octane (gasoline) powertrains to join our team, help us grow and scale and continue our tradition of success. The CAD Designer handles all aspects involved in the design of our quality products with a laser focus on driveline components. This is a position concentrating on our diesel and octane powertrains for a new platform development project and infusing new technologies into this new platform.

This role is very critical to our extreme growth and the ideal candidate will be an experienced engineer with a business mind, a savvy leader, very organized, and familiar with heavy truck parts/automotive product development and is familiar with the intricacies of a fast-paced environment, have a strong desire for growth and be a great communicator.

Role and Responsibilities

• Review customer drawings and specifications to determine requirements and/or feasibility of product.
• Create CREO CAD models and drawings. Perform mathematical computations to develop, design and create detailed specifications of components.
• Create innovative new solutions for our diesel and octane powertrain systems
• Facilitate NPI (new product introductions) process for product development and identify requirements for new products in the market
• Design new products and recognize feasibility in integrating new technologies into existing chassis
• Work collaboratively with industrial and manufacturing engineering teams during the NPI process to ensure the highest quality products are delivered
• Perform preliminary and advanced work in development of working layouts and final master parts, assembly, and drawings.
• Make bill of material and drawing revisions following the Change Management Process.
• Create and release Bills of Materials for new sales and designs.
• Act as a liaison between Engineering and other departments/personnel.
• Interact with suppliers, dealers, and customers as required.
• Support other members of the Engineering department, check design work to verify layout, fit, form, function, materials, specifications, and other details/documents as required.
• Complete design studies, tolerance stack-ups, layout, drawings, calculations, weight estimates and provide supporting documentation.
• Other duties as requested, directed, or assigned.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field desired. Equivalent education and experience required.
• Experience in product development in automotive/heavy truck suspension and steering systems required
• 2+ years of experience working with automotive/truck or heavy equipment design required, Class 7/8 truck chassis highly desired.
• 3D CAD and PLM system proficiency required; CREO and Windchill experience desired.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Excel, required; experience using ERP and CRM programs desired.

Preferred experience and skills

• Strong technical skills and mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to effectively work as part of a team with demonstrated leadership skills.
• Organizational skills and the ability to manage several different tasks/projects simultaneously.
• Ability to communicate across the organization and lead presentations.

This position will adhere to the Battle Motors Environmental Health and Safety Program by following all safety rules, procedures, practices, training, and safe use of equipment; this includes use of personal protective equipment (PPE) as required. This individual will work in a way that stresses the importance of preventing injury, accidents, or illnesses to themselves or co-workers by correcting or reporting unsafe situations, incidents, or occurrences to their supervisor immediately.

Battle Motors is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, age, national origin, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

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