Mechanical Designer - U-Haul

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Under the direction of the Manager, Research and Development, will assist in the completion of secondary designs and redesigns of the U-Haul product line.

Essential Duties

• Reasonable and predictable attendance is essential.
• Conceptualize, design, develop original designs of workable product from verbal instructions and general sketches.
• May assist in the analysis of functional problems such as weight distribution, structural integrity and hydraulics in order to improve safety of operations, durability, dependability, efficiency and economy of manufacture or repair.
• Prepare design outlines and layouts including graphs, charts, and tables using CAD applications. Write descriptions and parts lists for use by development shop, drafting, purchasing, and materials planning personnel.
• Review and analyze part or assembly functions in light of established design objectives. Assist Senior Designers by working on a part or sub-assembly of a total project.
• Operate complex engineering computers and software to accomplish the 3D design, analysis and implementation of the U-Haul product line components, parts, subassemblies, and assemblies.
• Oversee the preparation of preliminary line drawings, sketches, follow-up sheets and parts delivery to the prototype development shop.
• Construct prototype of new projects. Make a record of all problems and follow through with corrections in the final build prior to testing and qualification.
• Provide written reports as requested required by management.
• Stay abreast of product and design trends, as well as new development processes.

Education/Training Requirements

• Associate in Applied Science (AAS) Mechanical Engineering Technology
• Bachelor of Science Mechanical Engineer (BMSE), Bachelor of Science Mechanical Engineering Technology (BSMET) highly desired, or the equivalent in education and experience.

Experience

• 2-4 years with a degree; 5-8 years without

Skills/Required Knowledge/Tools

• Excellent sketching, and 3D computer skills, with primary knowledge of MS Office Software (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and its direct application to engineering.
• Above average knowledge regarding applications such as Finite Element Analysis, Computational Fluid Dynamics, Dynamic Load Simulation and various other programs that provide an insight into component & assembly design and performance.
• Working knowledge of hydraulics, actual design of motor vehicle systems, combination vehicles, tires, wheels, foundation brakes, data reduction and analysis.
• Tools/Machinery: Complex computer systems and software related to technical calculations/drawings, telephone, fax, copier.

U-Haul Holding Company, and its family of companies including U-Haul International, Inc. (“U-Haul”), continually strives to create a culture of health and wellness. Consistent with applicable state law, U-Haul will not hire or re-hire individuals who use nicotine products.  The states in which U-Haul will decline to hire nicotine users are: Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Iowa, Kansas, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Nebraska, Pennsylvania, Texas, Utah, Vermont, Virginia, and Washington. U-Haul has observed this hiring practice since February 1, 2020 as part of our commitment to a healthy work environment for our team.   

U-Haul is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants for employment will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, provincial, state or local law. Individual accommodations are available on requests for applicants taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Information obtained during this process will only be shared on a need to know basis.