Kinetic Custom Trailers

Mechanical Designer/Technologist

Waco, TX · Full-time

Sponsorship not specified$75k-$90kDetected 26 days ago

SolidWorksMechanical DesignLeadershipCommunicationAdaptability

About the role

We are looking for a Mechanical Design Technologist / Designer with real manufacturing experience.
This role supports the design, documentation, and improvement of custom trailer products using SolidWorks and practical design-for-manufacturing judgment.
You will work closely with engineering, production, purchasing, quality, and leadership to create designs and drawings that are accurate, buildable, and suited to a high-mix manufacturing environment.

Create and revise 3D models, assemblies, fabrication drawings, and bills of material using SolidWorks.
Design and support trailer structures, frames, subframes, suspensions, hitches, hydraulic/pneumatic systems, brake systems, and related components.
Support weight distribution, axle loading, fit-up, and basic structural calculations.
Work with production to resolve design questions, fabrication issues, and assembly challenges.
Support engineering changes, drawing updates, BOM accuracy, and revision control.
Apply practical design-for-manufacturing thinking to improve cost, quality, weight, and build efficiency.
Collaborate with sales, purchasing, vendors, and production on customer requirements and product improvements.
As a leader in the custom trailer manufacturing industry, we take pride in creating smart, efficient designs that meet the unique needs of every client, no matter how complex or specialized.
Application Requirement - Cover Letter Please include a short summary of 2-3 production designs, product improvements, drawing packages, or manufacturing-related design projects that you personally worked on.
Please submit your resume, cover letter, and design portfolio through our website at Kinetic - Careers.

Experience with steel fabrication, weldments, mechanical assemblies, or heavy equipment.
Proficiency with SolidWorks or comparable 3D CAD software.
Strong attention to detail and ability to organize technical information accurately.
Academic projects, capstone projects, internships, co-ops, personal builds, or school-based design work do not count toward the required years of full-time industry experience.
Proficiency in 3D CAD software, specifically SolidWorks.
Experience in trailers, heavy equipment, transportation equipment, oilfield equipment, construction equipment, agricultural equipment, or custom steel fabrication.
Familiarity with hydraulic, pneumatic, brake, suspension, or electrical trailer systems.

Excellent health, dental, and vision plans.
Professional Growth: Opportunities for continuous learning, training, and career advancement.
Schedule: Flexible with regular business hours typically 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM.

Work within an innovative, supportive, and dynamic team dedicated to excellence.
About Kinetic Custom Trailers At KINETIC, we don't just build trailers, we engineer custom solutions that push the boundaries of design, functionality, and quality.
Backed by nearly a decade of proven success at our long-standing Canadian headquarters, we've brought that momentum to Waco-opening fresh opportunities for skilled, driven people to grow with us.
Whether you're on the shop floor, behind a CAD screen, or working with customers, you'll be part of a company that values excellence, adaptability, and forward-thinking.

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