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Product Engineer - Design

Winnebago Industries

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Forest City, IA · Posted September 22, 2026

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About the job

Primary Objective of Position

The Design Engineer supports all functions of the New Product Development and Ongoing Product Development programs including qualification of new components, investigating design and assembly non-conformances, integration of new parts and systems, and execute product improvements by utilizing robust engineering practices. Using criteria from product plans, styling sheets, development schedules, and input from engineering management a Design Engineer will produce drawings and oversee the installation process of their designs. This role is responsible for the tactical and systematic management of development and changes required for the release and lifecycle of the product.

Key Areas of Responsibility

Design and validate systems and components using acceptable engineering principles of design

Release for production all components and drawings required to complete the assigned project within cost and time parameters

Conceptualize designs, plans, details, and procedures to accurately convey construction and fabrication requirements

Coordinate with supply chain to analyze vendor-supplied samples and drawings to incorporate the required information and designs into the final product

Investigate design and assembly improvements to improve safety, and reduce warranty, cost, and complexity

Work within company design parameters and all state, federal, and foreign statutes regarding design requirements

Collaborate with manufacturing engineering as required to develop production work instructions, tooling requirements, and manufacturability

Follow standard work instructions and complete required documentation

Work in a safe manner and follow all company safety policies

Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or relevant engineering field

At least four years of combined education and experience in design of mechanical systems

Thorough understanding and efficiency with professional design standards and drafting practices

Working knowledge of mechanical engineering and design

Proficient in Siemens NX or similar CAD modeling systems

Proficient in Microsoft Office, familiar with ERP systems

Professional verbal and written communication skills

Versed in collaborating effectively across multiple cross-functional groups and within all levels of the company

Preferred Qualifications

Project experience with complex, multidiscipline programs

Siemens Teamcenter experience

GD&T experience

Knowledge of industry and governmental standards for RV manufacturing