Position Purpose


Responsible for supervising product programs, as well as new product engineers and CAD designers.


Essential Functions


• Supervises new product programs utilizing the Product Planning and Development Procedure. Directly supervises the efforts of new product engineers and CAD designers.


• Designs, validates, provides test reports and sign-off documents, and ensures production readiness for new products.


• Provides effective coordination with CAD, FEA, and laboratory activities relative to priorities and specific directions on new products.


• Coordinates the technical design and test aspects of new product programs with suppliers and customers.


• Provides continuous improvement through employee development, process improvement and elimination of waste. Helps to assure safety in the office and laboratory.


• Other duties as assigned.


Education and Training


• Bachelor of Science degree in technical discipline required.


• BSME/BSAgE/BS AeroE preferred.


Minimum Qualifications


• 7 years of experience in vehicle structural design (preferable heavy or medium duty truck) with exposure to dynamic structural analysis, finite element analysis, fatigue analysis, and product design.


• Demonstrated product innovation.


• Electrical or brake experience a plus.


• Project management experience required.


• Exposure to or training in vehicle dynamics desirable.


• Vibration and controls background desirable.


Physical Demands


• Frequent sitting and working at computer for extended periods of time.


• Occasional standing and walking on concrete.


• Occasional climbing stairs and fixed/vertical ladder.


• Ability to lift and carry up to 60lbs.


• Ability to push/pull carts (minimal 25lbs) and parts (minimal 60lbs).


• Ability to drive as required.


• Ability to travel as required.


Environmental Conditions


• Exposure to R&D lab and manufacturing setting.


Behavioral Traits


• Demonstrated ability to manage major development projects and meet deadlines.


• Demonstrated ability to manage people.



Hendrickson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.



Additional Information

• Requisition ID: 24000100