Category: Engineering & Manufacturing
Location: Harlan, Iowa
Work Type: Direct Hire
Salary: $60,000 - $75,000
Salary: $60,000 - $75,000
Work Model: On-Site
Reference #: 45724
Palmer Group's client is seeking an Application Engineer to support product platforms by translating customer requirements into manufacturable system designs. This role works closely with Sales, Engineering, and Manufacturing to develop customized solutions based on existing product lines, including preparing drawings, validating designs, and supporting implementation. The position is highly collaborative and focused on configuring and adapting established systems to meet specific application needs. Apply now!
Work Model:
- On-Site
What You Will Do:
- Review customer specifications and align product capabilities to application requirements
- Develop detailed 2D and 3D drawings, layouts, and schematics using CAD tools
- Create and maintain bills of materials and design documentation
- Analyze technical requirements to produce manufacturable, practical designs
- Collaborate with Sales, Manufacturing, and Quality teams on design solutions
- Support Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) and corrective actions
- Provide technical support to the production floor and assist with system commissioning
- Interpret and apply relevant regulatory codes and standards (UL, NEC, NFPA)
What You Will Need to Be Successful:
- Associate degree in mechanical design, electrical design, engineering technology, or related field; or equivalent experience
- 3-5 years of experience in mechanical or application engineering within a manufacturing-related environment
- Proficiency with SolidWorks and AutoCAD (or similar CAD platforms)
- Experience creating drawings, layouts, and bills of materials
- Familiarity with industrial equipment, material handling, or similar systems preferred
- Understanding of mobile electrification systems or comparable technologies is a plus
- Strong communication skills and ability to work across cross-functional teams
Benefits Overview:
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401k
- PTO
- Paid holidays
- Parental leave
- EAP
- Other voluntary options
Interested and qualified candidates can contact Jordan Dougherty at (515) 225-7000 or email jdougherty@thepalmergroup.com.
Apply Now
About Palmer Group
At Palmer Group, making lives better is at the core of everything we do. For nearly three decades, we have partnered with organizations and individuals to provide thoughtful talent and business solutions that empower careers and drive growth.
As an employee-owned company grounded in strong ethics and values, we are committed to building lasting relationships and delivering results. Contractors working through Palmer Group are eligible to become employee-owners, giving them a stake in our shared success, and enjoy benefits including health insurance, PTO, and 401(k) options.
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