The Lead Designer role is senior professional level position responsible for the design and development of 3D models and 2D drawings for components and subsystems for diesel engines, transmissions and other mechanical systems for military ground vehicles. In addition to supporting design and development engineering through model creation, the position is also responsible for tooling design and development for manufacturing. The Lead Designer is also responsible for setting the direction on modeling and drawing standards used to ensure best practices are followed in all designs.

Essential Functions:

• Lead 2D and 3D CAD drawings and model efforts for transmission, engine, and power pack control systems design concepts.


• Develop mechanical/electromechanical/pneumatic control systems designs.


• Review and revise designs based on feedback and project changes.


• Collaborate with Engineers and other team members to ensure design accuracy and feasibility.


• Recommend, plan and implement component or system product improvements


• Integrate engine, transmission, power pack and subsystems (controls and electrical) into military vehicles.


• Present design models and supporting analyses to RENK America and customer representatives, and close-out questions on the design.


• Responsible for development of design/performance specifications for internal departments and suppliers.


• Distribution of incoming work to other designers in the group based on skill set and expertise.


• Assists with the estimating of CAD time for projects and proposals.