Design Engineer - Grain Conditioning

We are seeking a Design Engineer to join our North American team in Assumption, IL.

In this role, you will contribute to the design, development, and continuous improvement of conditioning systems and accessories, playing a key role in bringing innovative, high-quality products to market.

Your Impact


* Design and configure product variations to meet customer-specific requirements


* Develop and maintain standardized design procedures to improve efficiency and consistency


* Generate accurate Bills of Materials (BOMs) for manufacturing and order fulfillment


* Create detailed 3D models and drawings using Creo


* Collaborate cross-functionally to incorporate the Voice of the Customer into product designs


* Evaluate designs for risk, manufacturability, cost, and performance


* Perform engineering calculations and simulations to ensure product integrity


* Support prototype builds and validation testing to verify safety and performance


* Contribute to New Product Introduction (NPI) and continuous improvement initiatives


* Apply lessons learned to enhance existing products and resolve field issues

Your Experience and Qualifications


* Bachelor's degree in Agricultural / Biological, Civil, or Mechanical Engineering


* 5-10 years of engineering experience, ideally in product development


* Experience taking products from concept through production release


* Proficiency with Creo and Windchill a plus


* Background in agriculture a plus


* Knowledge of airflow / ventilation a plus


* Knowledge of heating systems with various fuel sources a plus

Your Compensation and Benefits

Expected annual salary for this role will be $70,000 - $100,000, plus a bonus target.

This is dependent upon job related knowledge, experience, and skills.

Benefits will include the ability to elect health care and wellness plans, dental and vision plans, flexible and virtual work options (where available), 401(k) Savings Plan with company match, paid holidays, paid time off, health savings and flexible spending accounts, reimbursement for continuing education, life insurance, and other supplemental insurance plans.

Your Workplace and Travel

You will be working a hybrid role with four days per week (Monday - Thursday) in office (flexible Fridays) based in Assumption, IL.

We value inclusion and recognize the innovation a diverse workforce delivers to our farmers.

Through our recruitment efforts, we are committed to building a team that includes a variety of experiences, backgrounds, cultures and perspectives.

Join us as we bring agriculture into the future and apply now!

Grain & Protein Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

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GPT Purpose: Feeding the World Better, through high quality grain and responsibly raised protein

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GPT Mission: Make Farmers and Agribusiness Managers more productive an...