Design Engineer

The Design Engineer will primarily be responsible for product Design Engineering of aftermarket pick-up truck bed covers (a.k.a. Tonneau Covers) and related components for RealTruck’s initiatives. Projects and work will include conceptual development all the way through start of production, as well as vehicle application engineering.
Core Functions

• Responsible for innovative design concepts and complete product engineering. Collaborate with RealTruck’s R&D team to transfer new technology and concepts into production release and validation.
• Design in SolidWorks for the intention of and production implementation (using the DFMA toolbox skills i.e. DOE, DFMA etc.).
• Provide direction for innovative and new product design solutions to meet customer requirements.
• Develop as required by the Engineering Manager. DVP&Rs are established collaboratively with RealTruck’s Corporate Test & Validation team to ensure best practices are followed.
• Coordinate and perform product analysis and validation test activities for existing and new products for commercial viability, durability, and functionality.
• Create product drawings and production release. Follow drawing release and engineering change notice (ECN) processes.
• Identify, analyze, and implement continuous product design improvement to reduce warranty and improve manufacturing process efficiency, safety, quality, and cost (VA/VE).
• Work with the customers both internal and external directly as the main interface for the project.
• Lead and engage in trouble shooting with the team to develop options for success during complex situations.
• Provide direction for BOM and/or dimensional changes required to fit new vehicle applications based on existing products, when necessary.

Qualifications & Requirements
Education and Experience

• Minimum 4-year Bachelor of Science Engineering degree is required.
• Minimum 3+ years of hands-on, professional automotive product engineering experience working in OEM or Tier 1 body/exterior/sealing/mechanisms or equivalent is required.

Skills And Abilities

• Possess strong problem-solving skills.
• Skilled in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Skilled in SolidWorks or other CAD software.
• Ability to write, speak, and comprehend English.
• Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills.
• Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills with a focus on root cause analysis.

Travel

• Must be able to travel locally (Metro-Detroit) and domestically as required. Travel estimated to be roughly <5% (initially higher due to learning curve). Anticipate 1-2 weeks per year, maximum.

About RealTruck

RealTruck is the premier manufacturer of functional aftermarket accessories and digital destination for truck, Jeep®, Bronco® and off-road enthusiasts. Headquartered in Ann Arbor, Mich. with over 5,000 associates across 47 locations throughout North America, RealTruck continuously designs, develops, manufactures and sells industry-defining products with more than 630 patents and growing. RealTruck’s extensive product offering is a leader in each of its primary categories. The company’s omni-channel approach makes it easy for people to find the right products to transform their vehicle, gain expert advice and secure professional installation whether they’re shopping for products online at RealTruck.com or through the more than 12,000 dealer locations and automotive (OEM) partnerships who sell their products. RealTruck is engineered to deliver a seamless consumer experience from idea to installation. For more information, visit realtruck.com.

Pay and Benefits:

• RealTruck offers competitive pay and the opportunity for annual increases, based on job performance.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision health insurance
• A matched 401k savings program to plan and save for your retirement
• Paid vacation and time off to ensure time with your family and a work/life balance
• Educational assistance to continue college or pursue other skills and further your career
• Discounts on great RealTruck products for you, your family, and friends!

What’s next?

• Please take a moment to provide us your resume and/or complete our online application. You will quickly receive an acknowledgment that you applied and we will follow up with you again shortly on next steps.
• Check us out at realtruck.com!