Senior Engineer
Senior Engineer
📍 Location: Des Moines, IA
💼 Base Salary: $100,000-$120,000
Overview
An established and growing manufacturer of American-made structural products is seeking a Senior Engineer to lead process improvement initiatives, drive operational efficiency, and provide technical leadership across engineering and production teams. This is a hands-on role with a strong leadership component, ideal for an experienced engineer ready to take ownership of strategic projects and mentor junior staff.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead cross-functional engineering projects focused on improving manufacturing capabilities, product quality, and cost efficiency.
- Oversee design and implementation of process improvements, tooling, and automation solutions.
- Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers and production staff.
- Collaborate with operations and maintenance teams to troubleshoot and resolve complex manufacturing issues.
- Manage engineering documentation, including BOMs, P&IDs, and control narratives.
- Evaluate and recommend new equipment, technologies, and materials to support business growth.
- Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards.
- Support audits and continuous improvement initiatives across the facility.
- Utilize SolidWorks and other CAD tools for design and modeling of components and assemblies.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
- Minimum 8+ years of experience in an industrial or manufacturing engineering environment.
- Proven leadership experience in managing engineering projects and mentoring teams.
- Strong background in process improvement, automation, and equipment troubleshooting.
- Proficiency in SolidWorks and ERP systems (Acumatica experience is a plus).
- Familiarity with steel fabrication processes (e.g., CNC machining, stamping, robotic welding).
- Excellent communication, planning, and organizational skills.
Benefits
- Competitive base salary ($100K-$120K)
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and 401(k) with company match
- 4-5 weeks of paid time off
- Professional development and training opportunities
- Collaborative and transparent work environment
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