Kress Corporation
Kress Corporation is the industry leader in specialty transport carrier manufacturing, with equipment operating worldwide in demanding sectors such as metals and material handling. Every Kress carrier is designed with heavy‑duty construction, high load capacity, and maneuverability to deliver exceptional durability and efficiency. Our commitment to quality and innovation drives us to develop machines that meet specific application needs and provide enhanced lifecycle value. Join us and be part of a dynamic, talented team dedicated to building world‑class machinery that shapes industries around the globe!
Design Engineer Kress is looking for a full‑time Design Engineer to join our team in the development of specialized industrial equipment for steel, construction, and mining industries. The Design Engineer will provide coordination and complete simple to moderately complex design projects to satisfy customers and/or engineering orders, and provide technical information and assistance for colleagues and other departments.
Responsibilities
Receive written or verbal assignments from management or designated Project Engineering
Manager for development of new products or expansion of current product line and prepare technical objectives and specifications
Review instructions and information received and perform necessary design and development studies to determine best approach to the design
Make basic layouts and designs for the project and refer to Designers and Detailers for completion
Follow Engineering guidelines and standards to complete new designs
Utilize existing common components and groups on projects where possible to reduce amount of new content; reduce cost and risk on projects
Make calculations to determine soundness and safety of design
Select proper materials, heat treatment, and surface treatment of components as necessary
Select vendor components as required for the design
Keep management informed of progress of projects and problems encountered, initiate design reviews and make changes where necessary
Maintain and create permanent record of projects including design calculations, vendor information, performance evaluations and other documentation of the project
Assist in software preparation and documentation
Perform all duties of a senior designer or designer as necessary
Assistance and Support
Provide necessary information to appropriate Shop Supervisor when problems are encountered due to engineering of product
Work with Manufacturing and Engineers with regard to design and manufacturing details to arrive at the most economical way of manufacturing the various component parts
Check completed work of various pieces designed within the Engineering Group
Maintain contact with Purchasing regarding components needed, specifications, quality, cost and availability
Assist in preparation of Engineering data required for sales
Provide engineering assistance to Marketing & Product Support personnel and Customers
Occasionally meet with Vendors regarding components, price, availability (travel may be required)
Overseeing work of Designers and Detailers to complete projects
Qualifications
4‑year Mechanical Engineering Degree
2‑3 years Design experience in Manufacturing or Heavy Equipment Industry preferable
Intermediate understanding of computer aided design systems
Intermediate understanding of Microsoft Office
Intermediate understanding of lnfor XA
Intermediate understanding of dimensioning and tolerancing
Intermediate mathematic skills
Kress Benefits
Group Health Insurance including Prescriptions
Dental Insurance
Life Insurance
401(k) with Company Match
Paid Vacation
Paid Holidays
To be considered, candidates must have authorization to work in the United States on a permanent basis. Kress Corporation does not sponsor employment visas for this position.
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Design Engineer Kress is looking for a full‑time Design Engineer to join our team in the development of specialized industrial equipment for steel, construction, and mining industries. The Design Engineer will provide coordination and complete simple to moderately complex design projects to satisfy customers and/or engineering orders, and provide technical information and assistance for colleagues and other departments.
Responsibilities
Receive written or verbal assignments from management or designated Project Engineering
Manager for development of new products or expansion of current product line and prepare technical objectives and specifications
Review instructions and information received and perform necessary design and development studies to determine best approach to the design
Make basic layouts and designs for the project and refer to Designers and Detailers for completion
Follow Engineering guidelines and standards to complete new designs
Utilize existing common components and groups on projects where possible to reduce amount of new content; reduce cost and risk on projects
Make calculations to determine soundness and safety of design
Select proper materials, heat treatment, and surface treatment of components as necessary
Select vendor components as required for the design
Keep management informed of progress of projects and problems encountered, initiate design reviews and make changes where necessary
Maintain and create permanent record of projects including design calculations, vendor information, performance evaluations and other documentation of the project
Assist in software preparation and documentation
Perform all duties of a senior designer or designer as necessary
Assistance and Support
Provide necessary information to appropriate Shop Supervisor when problems are encountered due to engineering of product
Work with Manufacturing and Engineers with regard to design and manufacturing details to arrive at the most economical way of manufacturing the various component parts
Check completed work of various pieces designed within the Engineering Group
Maintain contact with Purchasing regarding components needed, specifications, quality, cost and availability
Assist in preparation of Engineering data required for sales
Provide engineering assistance to Marketing & Product Support personnel and Customers
Occasionally meet with Vendors regarding components, price, availability (travel may be required)
Overseeing work of Designers and Detailers to complete projects
Qualifications
4‑year Mechanical Engineering Degree
2‑3 years Design experience in Manufacturing or Heavy Equipment Industry preferable
Intermediate understanding of computer aided design systems
Intermediate understanding of Microsoft Office
Intermediate understanding of lnfor XA
Intermediate understanding of dimensioning and tolerancing
Intermediate mathematic skills
Kress Benefits
Group Health Insurance including Prescriptions
Dental Insurance
Life Insurance
401(k) with Company Match
Paid Vacation
Paid Holidays
To be considered, candidates must have authorization to work in the United States on a permanent basis. Kress Corporation does not sponsor employment visas for this position.
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