Design Engineer - Sterling Engineering, Inc.

Remote, TN 38201

About the Job

Title: Design Engineer
Location: Near Wingo, TN
Hire Type: Direct Hire
Salary: $65k-$70k

Sterling Engineering is looking for a Project Engineer for a leading manufacturer and repairer of railroad tank cars. This is a great opportunity to work with a company that has great benefits!

Job Duties:

Coordinate all phases of design and manufacturing for rail industry products.
Identify and assist with welding, fabrication, machining, and steel component processing improvements.
Prepare technical documents such as blueprints, drawings, SOPs, and visual aids.
Create models and 2D drawings using CAD software.
Coordinate quoting, procurement, design, CNC programming, and product development.
Focus on cost reduction and gross margin improvements.
Provide technical support to Quality, Purchasing, and Production teams.
Offer technical feedback to internal and external customers.
Design manufacturing processes and products considering cost, user experience, and regulatory standards.
Analyze data from prototype tests and create progress reports.
Collaborate with Engineering and Management teams on design projects, ensuring compliance with SOPs, AAR, DOT, and FRA regulations
Create models and drawings using CAD software, ensuring accuracy and quality.
Construct prototypes and confirm designs with customers.
Lead cost analysis for labor, material, and production quoting.
Adhere to regulatory requirements (FRA, DOT, OSHA).

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering required.
5+ years of experience or internship in design or manufacturing engineering in a heavy industrial environment preferred.
Lean manufacturing/continuous improvement experience preferred.
In-depth knowledge of engineering design concepts.
Familiar with welding processes, steel fabrication, and metal structure production.
Proficient in CAD modeling, machine design, and design analysis (Solid Edge experience a plus).
Strong documentation, presentation, and communication skills.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Source : Sterling Engineering, Inc.