The role of a TruckWings Design Engineer is to perform mechanical engineering work associated with developing new products and maintaining existing products per internal and external customer requirements. This Design Engineer will work independently on activities in order of priority assigned by engineering leadership and may manage or interact with teams of other engineers, handling broad projects that include complex and ambiguous inputs and deliverables.
Back in November 2023, ConMet acquired TruckLabs, a technology company focused on reducing carbon emissions and improving operational efficiencies for fleets.
The preferred work location is ConMet's corporate headquarters in Vancouver, Washington. Non-local candidates must be open to relocation (relocation assistance available).
Key Duties
- Develop new and modify existing TruckWings products, subassemblies, and components per external and internal customer requirements. This includes, but is not limited to:
- Generate 3D models and 2D drawings with support from Design and CAD Engineers.
- Analyze FEA and test results, incorporating into feedback loop to ensure product requirements and acceptance criteria are met.
- Determine appropriate tolerances, critical characteristics, and material specifications.
- Incorporate design for manufacturing best practices, packaging, and plant feedback.
- Document complete design process and results and support design reviews.
- Support release of necessary drawings, Bill of Material (BOMs), and specifications through ECN as part of drawing release workflow.
- Conduct and/or witness testing of parts, assemblies, and full systems.
- Prototype parts and assemblies using internal and external build resources.
- Author and maintain engineering documentation, including specifications, test plans, test reports, and presentations.
- Perform root cause analysis and problem solving.
- Ensure work and documentation meets all necessary quality system requirements and participate in internal and external quality audits.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
- Minimum two to five (2-5) years of experience in new product development in automotive, aerospace, or commercial vehicles.
- Minimum two (2) years of experience with Solidworks CAD modeling parts and assemblies
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience conducting prototype and development builds
- Commercial vehicle experience, especially cab and cab mounted equipment
- Experience with mechatronic systems
- Working knowledge of GD&T and 2D print creation to ASME Y14.5 standards
- Experience using PLM systems (Windchill) to manage CAD data and BOM revision control
- Experience with NX CAD system
- Knowledge of APQP processes
- Experience with DFMEA process
About ConMet
ConMet, a division of Amsted Industries, is a leading global supplier of wheel hubs, aluminum castings, and structural plastics to original equipment manufacturers and aftermarket channels in the commercial vehicle industry. Founded in 1964, ConMet innovation has been critical in designing, engineering, and manufacturing revolutionary technologies for trucks and trailers. Today, ConMet products are standard equipment on most heavy-duty vehicles in North America and have a growing footprint worldwide.
ConMet is committed to creating products and services that align with critical customer needs. The development of more efficient products, processes, and technology that transform the way customers run and maintain their vehicles is central to ConMet’s vision.
Diversity & Inclusion Pledge
At ConMet, differences are not ignored, but celebrated. Our goal is to encourage a deeper knowing of our people, pulling out knowledge and experiences to ignite creativity. We are committed to achieving workplace equity by intentionally creating a work environment where all people are respected, accepted, and have a sense of belonging.
Because people are what drive our success, ConMet’s Diversity and Inclusion program empowers all employees to embrace their individuality and share their abilities to further our innovations, thus improving the lives of our employees and customers, and strengthening our position as a leader in our market.
Salaried Exempt Compensation & Benefits
- New hires generally start between $77,177 - $110,253. The full salary range for the position, across all geographies is, $77,177 - $132,304 per year. The upper portion of the salary range is typically reserved for existing employees who demonstrate strong performance over time. Starting salary will vary by location, qualifications, and prior experience.
- Targeted annual bonus is based on company performance to objectives during the fiscal plan year which runs from October 1 – September 30.
- Comprehensive employee benefits package, including medical/dental/vision coverage, life, and disability protection.
- Vacation plan – ConMet offers exempt employees a paid vacation benefit that provides the flexibility to take time off from work based on factors including good discretion, sound performance, and consideration of overall team and business needs.
- Paid sick leave up to 10 days (80 hours) per calendar year.
- ConMet offers an extremely strong retirement package:
- ESOP - Participation (100% company paid) in the ConMet/Amsted Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP). The Company contributes 10% of considered compensation into this plan each fiscal year.
- 401k - The Company provides a 401(k) Plan with a 4% employer contribution match.
- Ten paid holidays per year.
- Wellness reimbursement.
ConMet provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or any other characteristics protected by federal, state, or local laws (“Protected Characteristics”). Ensuring fair wages is an important Company value. Accordingly, the Company will not pay wages to any employee at a rate less than the Company pays to other employees for work that is substantially equivalent and requires comparable skills unless a bona fide factor justifies a pay differential. The Company prohibits pay disparity based on Protected Characteristics or prior salary history. The Company prohibits retaliation against employees for discussing compensation.
