Design Engineer | The Shyft Group, Inc. | Bristol, IN
Regular Employee | Salary Exempt
What you’ll do:
The Shyft Group USA, Inc., seeks a Design Engineer in Bristol, IN to provide accurate, timely, cost-effective engineering solutions that work well within the limits of our manufacturing equipment and assembly capabilities and meet customer requirements, using Lean/Sigma techniques. Solve manufacturing and assembly problems utilizing problem solving techniques and methodologies. Work collaboratively with other engineers, production personnel, purchasing personnel, and customers to create optimal solutions to support the business. Create Engineering tree (task list) to comply with customer/vehicle specifications. Create solids model to correspond with engineering tree. Pull ECN numbers and start the ECN process, corresponding with engineering tree. Determine effectiveness of the engineering solutions, understanding un-intended consequences to manufacturing processes, tooling, and option capability. Initiate changes to drawings, solids models, and bills of material. Apply knowledge of FMVSS/CMVSS/GVWR regulations. Utilize Aurora, Solid Works, and AutoCad Design Software. Use knowledge of vehicle design, testing, and certification process. Provide engineering solutions that maximize financial profitability. Utilize knowledge of ANSI-Y14.5 geometric dimensioning and tolerance.
Qualified applicants must have at least a Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a foreign equivalent. Qualified applicants must have one (1) year of experience as an Engineer, Engineering Assistant, Engineering Intern, or a substantially similar position. Qualified applicants must have experience in the following: 1) Determining effectiveness of engineering solutions; 2) Creating Engineering trees (task lists); 3) Creating Solid models to correspond with engineering trees; 4) Utilizing Aurora, Solid Works, and AutoCad Design Software; 5) Using ANSI-Y 14.5 geometric dimensioning and tolerance; 6) Solving manufacturing and assembly problems; 7) Understanding vehicle design, testing, and certification process, and 8) Ensuring compliance with industry standards and readiness for market release prior to launch. Employer will accept pre-baccalaureate experience. Qualified applicants apply here: https://theshyftgroup.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/4/home/requisition/1546?c=theshyftgroup
What you need to be successful:
Why The Shyft Group?
Our people are our greatest asset, and your success is our success! That’s why we provide comprehensive benefits that support your health, financial security, and work-life balance—so you can thrive both personally and professionally.
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Health & Wellness: Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA/FSA, Wellness Plan
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Financial Security: 401(k) with match, Disability, Life Insurance
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Work/Life & Growth: Educational Reimbursement, EAP, Dependent Care.
At The Shyft Group, we don’t just offer benefits—we invest in your well-being. Join us and experience the difference!
Who we are:
The Shyft Group is the North American leader in specialty vehicles, including last-mile delivery vans, work trucks, and motorhome chassis. Our 10 brands— Utilimaster®, Blue Arc™, Royal® Truck Body, DuraMag®, Magnum®, Strobes-R-Us®, Spartan® RV Chassis, Red Diamond™, Builtmore™ and Independent Truck Upfitters™—are powered by 3,000+ team members across the U.S. and Canada.
Backed by 50 years of innovation and a supportive, entrepreneurial culture, we’re leading the way in electrification and proudly ranked among Fortune’s 100 Fastest Growing Companies.
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)
The Shyft Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified Individual with a Disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law. If you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply, please email us at [email protected].
The Shyft Group is an E-Verify Employer
Shyft uses E-Verify, which is an online system operated by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security in partnership with the Social Security Administration to verify employment eligibility and validate social security numbers. Through participation in the E-Verify program, information entered on Form I-9 will be provided and compared to information available at both of these agencies. See posters for more details. E-Verify Notice U.S. Right to Work Notice.
