Job Description

Description

This position will lead cross functional teams in the design and development of new brake products that offer solutions to CBF off-highway customers. These include dry disc caliper brakes, wet brakes, drum brakes, mechanical brakes, and brake actuators for both off-highway service and park applications. Must have strong design and creativity skills to develop solutions for customer’s equipment that meet internal & customer goals.  

Requirements

· Lead multiple, concurrent product development programs

· Design and develop new brake and brake actuation products for CBF off-highway customers

· Lead cross functional teams including engineering, manufacturing, sourcing, and quality to ensure quality, manufacturability, and cost targets are achieved.

· Maintain documentation associated with projects including engineering change notices, detailed engineering calculations, CAD models and associated component drawings, design worksheets, and supplier correspondence files. 

· Perform Finite Element Analysis of assemblies using Creo Simulate.

· Design fixtures for testing the durability and performance of brake products

· Develop test specifications and write test requests to ensure designs meet customer expectations in terms of performance and durability.

· Select materials and specifications which will meet durability and cost requirements.

 Competencies:  

Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Agricultural Engineering.

5+ years product development experience – familiarity with construction / mining / ag equipment a plus.

3D CAD modeling experience – PROE/Creo a plus

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Program management and cross functional team leadership experience a plus

Experience with sand cast and precision machined components

Experience with FMEA, GD&T, FEA

Experience with hydraulic components a plus

Must be a proficient multi-tasker

Strong communication skills

Ability to work in a fast-paced team supporting customer solutions

What We Offer

• Comprehensive Health Benefits: Enjoy medical, dental, and vision coverage for positions of 30+ hours/week.
• Health Savings Account: Benefit from annual employer contributions to your HSA.
• Company-Provided Insurance: We offer life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment coverage, and short-term disability insurance.
• Voluntary Insurance Options: Choose additional coverage for yourself, your spouse, and your children, including critical illness, accident, hospital indemnity, and long-term disability insurance.
• 401(k) Plan: Take advantage of our 401(k) with matching contributions, fully vested from day one.
• Educational Support: Access tuition reimbursement and scholarship opportunities to further your education.
• Lifestyle Reimbursement: Receive a $150 Amazon gift card upon completion of your annual physical.
• Wellness Program: Participate in health coaching, monthly webinars, quarterly challenges, and earn gift card incentives for participation and earning points.
• Safe Work Environment: Work in a clean and safe environment.
• Generous Paid Time Off: Enjoy 14 paid holidays, including a holiday shutdown between Christmas and New Year’s, plus paid vacation available from day one.
• Paid Parental Leave: Take advantage of paid parental leave to support your family.