POSITION SUMMARY:

The Design Engineer is responsible for manufacturing/design engineering related to White River Marine Group trailers. This position will be the vendor contact on parts currently in use and parts that are developed and will be the customer and dealer contact for technical questions about trailers.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Conduct Cross-Functional team meetings to discuss new/changes to designs/processes

• Obtain necessary approvals for all trailer modifications and additions

• Ensure fitment of all trailers for new boat models

• Define all trailer manufacturing processes

• Update/Maintain Engineering Design Standards

• Collaborate with manufacturing and quality to improve manufacturing processes

• Provide drawings to tooling to create required fixtures/dies to create parts

• Research new equipment / process which will allow more efficient manufacturing

• Investigate and evaluate new products

• Ensure trailers function as intended

• Complete product comparisons for procurement

• Review VOC/Warranty data and define/support projects to improve goals

• Ensure all designs meet NHTSA requirements associated

• Work with any department in White River Marine that require support

• All other duties as assigned.

EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum Degree Required: Degree in Mechanical Engineering, preferred but not required with exceptional experience.

• Preferred Degree: BSME

• Certificate(s) or License(s): Training in 3D CAD systems required.

• Experience: 3 years – 2D/3D CAD, 3 years of experience in manufacturing environment

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITY

• Basic: Mechanical Engineering skills and understanding

• Basic: Electronic wiring understanding

• Experience as machinist / welder a plus

• AS400 Experience a plus

• MS Office products

• CAD software (CATIA/Solid Works and Draftsight)

• Ability to communicate effectively with management, sales, engineering, production, dealers and customers

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

• 1 – 2 weeks per year

• One National trailer manufacturing show each year (NATM - February)

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Regular computer work, and sitting

• Occasional walking, standing, and lifting up to 50lbs

INDEPENDENT JUDGEMENT :

Performs duties within scope of general company policies, procedures, and objectives. Analyzes problems and performs needs assessments. Uses judgment in adapting broad guidelines to achieve desired result. Regular exercise of independent judgment within accepted practices. Makes recommendations that affect policies, procedures, and practices.

Full Time Benefits Summary:

Enjoy discounts on retail merchandise, our restaurants, world-class resorts and conservation attractions!

• Medical

• Dental

• Vision

• Health Savings Account

• Flexible Spending Account

• Voluntary benefits

• 401k Retirement Savings

• Paid holidays

• Paid vacation

• Paid sick time

• Bass Pro Cares Fund

• And more!

Bass Pro Shops is an equal opportunity employer. Hiring decisions are administered without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

Reasonable Accommodations

Qualified individuals with known disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, please visit your nearest location or contact us at hrcompliance@basspro.com.

White River Marine Group

About Bass Pro Shops

Bass Pro Shops (http://www.basspro.com/) is North America’s premier outdoor and conservation company. Founded in 1972 when avid young angler Johnny Morris began selling tackle out of his father’s liquor store in Springfield, Missouri, today the company provides customers with unmatched offerings spanning premier destination retail, outdoor equipment manufacturing, world-class resort destinations and more. In 2017 Bass Pro Shops joined forces with Cabela’s (http://www.cabelas.com/) to create a “best-of-the-best” experience with superior products, dynamic locations and outstanding customer service. Bass Pro Shops also operates White River Marine Group (http://www.whiterivermg.com/) , offering an unsurpassed collection of industry-leading boat brands, and Big Cedar Lodge (http://www.bigcedar.com/) , America’s Premier Wilderness Resort. Under the visionary conservation leadership of Johnny Morris, Bass Pro Shops is a national leader in protecting habitat and introducing families to the outdoors and has been named by Forbes as “one of America’s Best Employers.”