Design Engineer

We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Design Engineer to join a collaborative Engineering team in Sioux Falls, SD. This role is responsible for developing detailed engineering designs for manufactured products, machinery, and mechanical systems. The Design Engineer will play a key role in generating concepts, creating CAD models, and supporting the development of mechanical equipment from initial idea through prototyping and production.

The successful candidate will work cross-functionally with engineering, manufacturing, and customer-facing teams to ensure designs meet performance, quality, and manufacturability requirements. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to innovative mechanical solutions in a hands-on, team-oriented environment with exposure to customers and product development initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Generate, evaluate, and analyze design concepts utilizing a fact-based approach.
• Develop detailed models, drawings, and specifications for mechanical equipment, using computer-assisted drafting (CAD) equipment.
• Prototype and test design concepts.
• Work with engineering and manufacturing team members and with customers to design and layout detail components and systems and to resolve design or other problems.
• Compute mathematical formulas to develop and design detailed specifications for components or machinery using computer-assisted equipment.
• Modify and revise designs to correct operating deficiencies or to reduce production problems.
• Interface with customers and customer service representatives to assist with troubleshooting, plan for projects, and gather feedback.
• Layout, draw, and reproduce illustrations for reference manuals and technical publications to describe operation and maintenance of mechanical systems.

Qualities/Skills:

• Strong mechanical design and CAD modeling capabilities
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to translate engineering concepts into manufacturable designs
• Strong attention to detail and technical accuracy
• Effective communication skills for cross-functional collaboration
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities
• Self-motivated with a hands-on engineering mindset
• Collaborative team player with strong organizational skills

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, or similar preferred (Associate’s degree with equivalent experience considered)
• Minimum 2 years of related design engineering experience preferred
• Proficiency with 3D modeling software (Autodesk Inventor preferred)
• Experience with drafting and design for metal fabrication
• Familiarity with material handling equipment and grain systems considered an asset
• Strong analytical and mathematical skills for engineering calculations
• Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems preferred
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally (approximately 5–10%)

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