LEER GROUP dba Pace Edwards Position Description - Design Engineer Title: Project / Design Engineer Reporting to: OPS and ENG Manager, Pace Edwards (Matrixed to Senior Director of Engineering (TAG) Date: November 6, 2024 Location: Centralia, WA Pace Edwards by LEER® is the premium brand for assured quality, function, and innovative designs that work! The industry leader in Retractable Tonneau Covers for more than 30 years, our specialties include Spring-Activated and Electric Retractable Tonneau Covers. Driven by an ever-changing truck market we're always looking for the next great innovation to meet our customer's needs. Pace Edwards by LEER® offers an extensive line of the highest quality Retractable Tonneau Covers available in the market today and are looking to expand our company through the development of new products and the growth of current product lines. Overall Responsibilities: Provide project delivery and product accountability in executing new product development ideas, product improvements, process improvements and cost reductions. The area of focus will be involved in developing the next generation of truck bed cover solutions, truck bed systems, truck/vehicle accessories, along with mechanical/electrical part assemblies and/or significantly enhancing existing products for the automotive aftermarket industry. This role requires a self-starter with a hands-on approach and the ability to work unaided making significant independent decisions building something new and exciting. Ability to liaison with Corporate Engineering, Product Management, and Pace Edwards Operations, as well as absorb and enhance Pace Edwards by LEER® brand DNA in manufacturing and design, to protect the brand, deliver high quality and well-engineered products, and communicate in multiple locations will be critical. Specific Responsibilities: • Develop and maintain product specifications such as: CAD part models, assemblies, drawings, bills of material, material specifications, performance/test plans and quality specifications. • Identify, execute, and sustain continuous improvement projects using lean principals to improve on time delivery, reduce costs and inventory. • Organize project needs and goals into clearly defined deliverables, activities, and action items, with specific emphasis on quality, cost, and delivery schedules to meet customer requirements. • Cross-functional interaction: Provide technical assistance to operations/production, purchasing/supply chain, sales/customer service, marketing, corp. engineering and finance. • Identify, evaluate, and implement cost reduction, VAVE, opportunities for new and modified product concepts from design through production launch to maximize product value and competitiveness. • Demonstrate quality tools usage in product design and development - such as dMFEAs, pFMEAs, design reviews, DVP&Rs, DFA/DFM, 8-D analysis and problem solving, product launch engagement. • Perform first article and non-conforming material inspection, root cause analysis and recommend disposition. • Generate product prototypes and perform product testing for internal evaluation as well as for customer feedback. • Work with manufacturing TMs to establish procedures from first production run (launch) including analysis of dimensions, fit, function, and performance as well as identifying technical issues and tooling requirements. • Identify/evaluate, in conjunction with sale & marketing and upper management, imaginative or creative solutions that address unmet needs that can improve the competitive position of the company. Additional Requirements: • Proficient with CAD drafting and 3D modeling skill (Autodesk Inventor a plus), Microsoft Office Suite, (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.). Must have excellent presentation skills. • Ability to work in a fast-paced entrepreneurial environment while balancing competing priorities, complex situations, and tight deadlines. • Maintains focus and positive attitude amidst change and under pressure. Relates will to people both verbally and in written form. • Self-Motivated with Attention to Detail and ability to be "Hands On" with product development and problem solving. • Strong mechanical aptitude, familiarity with machine shop practice and industrial manufacturing methods. (Manufacturing experience a plus) • Must work well with customers and within a cross-functional team environment. • Excellent negotiation skills in challenging situations, both internally and externally. • Good judgment and decision-making ability. • At times, work may require willingness to work a flexible schedule. • Some Travel may be required to support installations and on-site evaluations. • Other duties as assigned. Work Schedule: Monday - Thursday 10 hours 6:00am to 4:30pm We offer competitive salary and Full Benefits including Health insurance, Dental, Vision, 10 Paid Holidays, Vacation, Sick Time, 401k and Roth plans. Individuals with the above qualifications are encouraged to visit www.pace-edwards.com and then respond with a cover letter and resume. Contact: Email or Fax a resume and cover letter to dswalander@pace-edwards.com, Attn: Human Resource Manager or Fax (360) 237-1060. LEER GROUP dba Pace Edwards Position Description - Design Engineer Title: Project / Design Engineer Reporting to: OPS and ENG Manager, Pace Edwards (Matrixed to Senior Director of Engineering (TAG) Date: November 6, 2024 Location: Centralia, WA Pace Edwards by LEER® is the premium brand for assured quality, function, and innovative designs that work! The industry leader in Retractable Tonneau Covers for more than 30 years, our specialties include Spring-Activated and Electric Retractable Tonneau Covers. Driven by an ever-changing truck market we're always looking for the next great innovation to meet our customer's needs. Pace Edwards by LEER® offers an extensive line of the highest quality Retractable Tonneau Covers available in the market today and are looking to expand our company through the development of new products and the growth of current product lines. Overall Responsibilities: Provide project delivery and product accountability in executing new product development ideas, product improvements, process improvements and cost reductions. The area of focus will be involved in developing the next generation of truck bed cover solutions, truck bed systems, truck/vehicle accessories, along with mechanical/electrical part assemblies and/or significantly enhancing existing products for the automotive aftermarket industry. This role requires a self-starter with a hands-on approach and the ability to work unaided making significant independent decisions building something new and exciting. Ability to liaison with Corporate Engineering, Product Management, and Pace Edwards Operations, as well as absorb and enhance Pace Edwards by LEER® brand DNA in manufacturing and design, to protect the brand, deliver high quality and well-engineered products, and communicate in multiple locations will be critical. Specific Responsibilities: • Develop and maintain product specifications such as: CAD part models, assemblies, drawings, bills of material, material specifications, performance/test plans and quality specifications. • Identify, execute, and sustain continuous improvement projects using lean principals to improve on time delivery, reduce costs and inventory. • Organize project needs and goals into clearly defined deliverables, activities, and action items, with specific emphasis on quality, cost, and delivery schedules to meet customer requirements. • Cross-functional interaction: Provide technical assistance to operations/production, purchasing/supply chain, sales/customer service, marketing, corp. engineering and finance. • Identify, evaluate, and implement cost reduction, VAVE, opportunities for new and modified product concepts from design through production launch to maximize product value and competitiveness. • Demonstrate quality tools usage in product design and development - such as dMFEAs, pFMEAs, design reviews, DVP&Rs, DFA/DFM, 8-D analysis and problem solving, product launch engagement. • Perform first article and non-conforming material inspection, root cause analysis and recommend disposition. • Generate product prototypes and perform product testing for internal evaluation as well as for customer feedback. • Work with manufacturing TMs to establish procedures from first production run (launch) including analysis of dimensions, fit, function, and performance as well as identifying technical issues and tooling requirements. • Identify/evaluate, in conjunction with sale & marketing and upper management, imaginative or creative solutions that address unmet needs that can improve the competitive position of the company. Additional Requirements: • Proficient with CAD drafting and 3D modeling skill (Autodesk Inventor a plus), Microsoft Office Suite, (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.). Must have excellent presentation skills. • Ability to work in a fast-paced entrepreneurial environment while balancing competing priorities, complex situations, and tight deadlines. • Maintains focus and positive attitude amidst change and under pressure. Relates will to people both verbally and in written form. • Self-Motivated with Attention to Detail and ability to be "Hands On" with product development and problem solving. • Strong mechanical aptitude, familiarity with machine shop practice and industrial manufacturing methods. (Manufacturing experience a plus) • Must work well with customers and within a cross-functional team environment. • Excellent negotiation skills in challenging situations, both internally and externally. • Good judgment and decision-making ability. • At times, work may require willingness to work a flexible schedule. • Some Travel may be required to support installations and on-site evaluations. • Other duties as assigned. Work Schedule: Monday - Thursday 10 hours 6:00am to 4:30pm We offer competitive salary and Full Benefits including Health insurance, Dental, Vision, 10 Paid Holidays, Vacation, Sick Time, 401k and Roth plans. Individuals with the above qualifications are encouraged to visit www.pace-edwards.com and then respond with a cover letter and resume. Contact: Email or Fax a resume and cover letter to dswalander@pace-edwards.com, Attn: Human Resource Manager or Fax (360) 237-1060. Required Education: Bachelor's Degree Travel Percentage: 0.0 Travel Required: No Virtual Job: false About the Company: LEER Group
See More Details >>Wages range from $19.50 to $21.50 per hour Are you passionate about renewable energy, natural resources, and solving real-world problems? Join our Biomass Cogeneration team, where we convert wood byproducts into clean energy for homes and businesses. As An Intern, You’ll Work Alongside Experienced Engineers And Operators In a Fast-paced Environment, Contributing To Innovative Solutions For Environmental And Operational Challenges. What You Can Expect As An Intern • Chemical Engineering Interns will assist with combustion optimization, emissions control, fuel quality analysis, and data-driven improvements to operations and maintenance procedures. • Mechanical Engineering Interns will support predictive maintenance programs, equipment cataloging, procedure development, and troubleshooting mechanical systems. This is a hands-on opportunity to apply your engineering knowledge to sustainable energy production. Qualifications • College-level course work in engineering or programming • Excellent communication skills • Excellent critical thinking and writing skills • Thorough and organized • Knowledgeable with spreadsheets Base Locations: California: Anderson, Burney, Lincoln, Quincy, Shasta Lake, and Sonora Oregon: Eugene Washington: Aberdeen, Burlington, Centralia, and Shelton Compensation includes competitive hourly wage and housing allowance for qualifying individuals. How To Apply Apply online at: spi-ind.com/internships Applicants must provide a cover letter and resume when submitting application. Applications Close: January 16th 2026 Interviews will be ongoing as applications are received. Position may be filled prior to deadline. Employment Period: SUMMER 2026 (flexible start & end dates) Celebrate our 300th million seedling planted with us! spi-ind.com/OurForests/ThreeHundredMillion Sierra Pacific is an (EOE) Equal Opportunity Employer, including those with a disability and veterans. About Our Company Sierra Pacific Industries is a fourth-generation family-owned company based in Northern California that started in 1949 and has grown to be one of the largest lumber and millwork producers in the U.S., employing around 6,500 crew members. Sierra Pacific continues to be a company where its employees are proud to work at state-of-the-art facilities and others strive to become part of the team. We own and sustainably manage more than 2.4 million acres of timberland in California, Oregon, and Washington. Our forests are sustainably managed under a 100-year plan by Registered Professional Foresters, Wildlife Biologists, Botanists, and other professionals. We are growing forests for our future, planting over 6 million new trees every year. In Spring 2024, we planted our 300 millionth seedling on our timberlands. This milestone was decades in the making, reflecting our commitment to sustainable forest management and ensuring we have forests not just for today, but for generations to come. Sierra Pacific effectively uses nearly 100% of every piece of wood we bring to our facilities. In fact, any small amount that isn't turned into hand-crafted doors and windows, millwork, lumber, or landscaping material is actually converted into electricity in our eight biomass-fueled power plants. We are proud that all Sierra Pacific facilities follow our drug-free and tobacco-free policies. As part of our safety in the workplace policy, an offer of employment is subject to a negative drug screen result. We use E-verify to verify the social security number and work authorization of all newly hired employees. Sierra Pacific is an (EOE) Equal Opportunity Employer, including those with a disability and veterans.
See More Details >>Job Overview Support world-wide business development and growth through application engineering services for Civil and Utility helical & resistance products. Support product line maintenance (PLM) for Construction and Civil Business Units through product line extension, cost-out through design-for-manufacturing, quality assurance, production drawing, and reviewing existing product lines within Civil/Utility markets. Support development of new helical pile foundation and anchor products for Construction and Civil Business Units via ETO and NPD systems. • LI-BB2 A Day In The Life • Provide recommendations on the application of helical pile foundation and anchor products using generally accepted engineering methods. • Product line maintenance of Civil/Utility helical products. • Oversee assembly and tests of engineering prototypes. • Communicate with vendors and customers to obtain information and provide assistance. • Product line extension of existing Product lines to drive overall improvement based on VOC as well as internal feedback. • Assist in the research & development of new helical pile foundation and anchor products based on marketing specifications via the Hubbell NPD system. Typical work required includes detailed calculations, drawings, procurement documents, design and installation packages, technical reports, and detailed analyses. • Provide training and select technical information to HPS staff, customer service representatives, field representatives, agents and directly to customers when necessary. • Aid in organization and presentation of material for seminars, industry meetings, and trade shows. • May be assigned to a project or organizational team, or as a lead engineer for a specific project such as software development, MCTO, ECTO, preparation of technical manuals, or field research program. • Provide support for other engineering activities as required. • Application engineering preliminary designs for civil and utility market verticals for customers, contractors, engineering firms, and owners. • Product testing - lab and field • Process ECs (engineering changes) • 2-D and 3D Drawing tasks • Proficient user in Vault, SAP, Inventor, AutoCAD • Deviations, first-article inspections • Train co-op students as they cycle through What will help you thrive in this role? PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Ability to travel on business related trips; ability to communicate technical requirements to both technical and nontechnical audiences both virtual and in-person; ability to be present on project and test sites as required; aid with field installation and testing; ability to work on a PC or other related equipment as required. TRAINING AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS: • B.S. Degree in Mechanical or Civil/Structural/Geotechnical Engineering • Experience with 2D & 3D CAD • Understanding of reading and interpreting drawings • Proficient in MS Office applications TRAVEL REQUIREMENT: 15%-30% LEVEL OF DECISION MAKING: • Shared/recommended decisions concerning product conformance to specifications. • Shared/recommended decisions concerning application of products per customer requests. • Assist determining project schedules and budgets. • Work to achieve compliance to regulatory standards/specifications as applicable. Hubbell Incorporated Hubbell creates critical infrastructure solutions that power our customers, communities, people and the planet. Our company is strategically aligned around enabling grid modernization and electrification. As more products plug in to an aging grid, Hubbell solutions enable the transition to a more reliable, resilient and efficient energy infrastructure. Founded in 1888 our innovation has made us a leading global manufacturer of high quality electrical and utility solutions enabling customers to operate critical infrastructure reliably and efficiently. The company operates in two segments. Hubbell Utility Solutions (HUS) enable the grid to conduct, communicate and control energy across utility applications and Hubbell Electrical Solutions (HES) are essential to managing power across a wide range of industries and applications. Our vertical market solutions can be applied to markets including Data Centers, Renewables, Commercial Buildings, Industrial, Telecom and Transportation. Supporting both of our business segments is our corporate and Hubbell Unified Business Solutions teams that provide consistent process, tools technologies across our businesses. We are committed to operating sustainably and ethically while promoting an inclusive and supportive culture for our people to grow and develop in their careers. Our employees proudly work and serve our communities from our headquarters in Shelton, CT, across the United States and around the globe. Hubbell Utility Solutions Hubbell Utility Solutions (HUS) enable the grid to conduct, communicate and control energy across utility applications. HUS provides the critical components that allow the grid to reliably transmit and distribute energy, as well as the communications and controls technologies to make the grid smarter and more flexible. Hubbell Incorporated, its subsidiaries and affiliates, is an EO Employer AA: M/F/Veteran/Disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other protected class. The above summary of position responsibilities and requirements is not intended, and should not be construed, to be an exhaustive list of duties, skills, efforts, physical requirements, or working conditions associated with the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of those principal position elements essential for making decisions related to position performance, employee development, and compensation.
See More Details >>Embarking on a career in the mechanical trade in Centralia, WA, typically begins with an apprenticeship, blending practical experience with theoretical knowledge, allowing individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships in this field generally last about three to four years, with extensive on-the-job training under experienced professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 443 mechanical trade professionals in Centralia, WA, with an average weekly wage of $879.33. The job outlook is promising, with a projected growth rate that exceeds the national average. Trade schools, unions, and various platforms assist aspiring mechanical trade professionals in finding apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a rewarding career with strong earning potential, often surpassing $10,000 monthly for experienced workers.
