Job Description

THIS POSITION IS NOT AVAILABLE TO PERSONS REQUIRING VISAS.

FULL-TIME, ON-SITE POSITION ONLY. IMMEDIATE START.

Company Description

Remote Vans® is a Cincinnati, Ohio-based Class B Premium Adventure Van manufacturer known for advanced technologies and innovative design. Established in 2021 by founders with extensive experience in overlanding travel and tech businesses, the company aims to support a seamless “work, play, travel … anywhere” lifestyle. With flagship models such as the Aegis™ Series, the Oasis® Series, and the Friday® Series, Remote Vans® is committed to superior quality and world class customer service. The company fosters a growing community of Rolling Nomads.

Why join the Remote Vans Team:

We are a small, yet highly focused team working together to build the best van company in America. Each day is about creating a work environment centered on self-motivation, positivity and productivity. Everyone in our team has a seat at the table to share ideas, philosophies and techniques that will ultimately build a better van build and company culture. Above all, everyone is expected to lead by example through a positive approach to problem solving, dedication to timelines and deadlines, and fostering collaboration and teamwork!

Role Description

As Mechanical Design Engineer with Remote Vans you will lead our Design & Engineering Teams. You will take full ownership of all design challenges and lead the team to deliver on design projects with the utmost of quality, within budget and in a timely manner. Outside of work, you carry a passion for vans, adventure, people and having fun!

This is a full-time on-site role based in Cincinnati, OH. You will be responsible for designing, developing and refining both interior and exterior van systems and components.

General Responsibilities: 

• Key role in a small Design and Engineering Team,
• Work closely with the CEO, CIO, Chief Innovation Officer on current and future projects,
• Create and modify SolidWorks part, drawing, and assembly files,
• Work with design and engineering teams to model and create various vehicle components, prototypes, and production support equipment,
• Mathematically model vehicle static and dynamic systems evaluating for stress, strain, and fatigue in a variety of loading conditions,
• Evaluate vehicle thermal characteristics and mathematically determine solutions to complex thermodynamic challenges,
• Work with our team and partners to have static, dynamic, and fatigue FEA performed, and make recommendations to design team based on findings,
• Evaluate design concepts and revise models using DFM best practices,
• Work closely with manufacturing and production teams to adjust designs as needed,
• Lead safety critical design tasks using a FMEA driven decision matrix,
• Efficiently and appropriately delegate tasks to drafters to keep projects moving forward on schedule and within budget
• Create manufacturing and inspection (QC) prints for new and existing parts,
• Organize file and folder structure through model year changes, revisions, and updates,
• Track and manage revisions for various supplier and vendor parts,
• Enter part, assembly, and drawing data for vehicle BOM,
• Reverse engineer supplier parts when CAD data is needed,
• Assist with R&D vehicle assembly as needed,
• Contribute to the overall success of the Design, Production and Assembly Teams by motivating all team members through collaboration, cooperation, and camaraderie,

Work Location:

• Remote Vans HQ, 800 E Ross Way, St Bernard, Cincinnati, Ohio 45217

Work Schedule:

• 8am - 430pm M - F

Qualifications/Skills:

• SolidWorks design experience, general understanding of manufacturing best practices.
• Comfortable with SolidWorks weldments and sheet metal functions,
• Familiar with SolidWorks vault implementation and management with preferable skill sets as a SolidWorks vault administrator, 
• Ability to perform high level engineering calculations, 
• Aptitude for learning new things quickly, 
• High level of attention to detail, 
• Capable of solving complex problems with simple solutions, 
• Good organizational, verbal, and written communication skills, 
• Demonstrates the ability to work effectively in a team environment, active listener and relationship builder

Education and Experience Preferred: 

• 4+ years SolidWorks modeling experience including sheet metal, surfacing, and weldments
• 2+ years mechanical design or product development experience
• Prior experience working in or around manufacturing with a high level understanding of common manufacturing methods
• Proven track record of working in a fast-paced, high-stress position that requires high levels of attention to detail
• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Experience partnering with vendors/suppliers
• Familiarity with MS Office and G Suite

What do we offer:

• Professional & fun work environment
• A competitive pay plan and industry-leading benefits
• Strong leadership support
• Team oriented, positive environment
• Medical benefits 100% paid for by company for employee (dependents can be added at employee expense)
• Generous PTO program

Salary: $75,000-$90,000 with performance related bonuses.

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