Mechanical Engineer - Ditch Witch

Who Are We?  

Ditch Witch is a premier division of The Toro Company. At Ditch Witch in Perry, Oklahoma we pride ourselves on being the leading manufacturer in the underground pipe and cable market. Our plant in Perry stands out because it's a place for people to learn and thrive. We enjoy coming to work because our plant is our community, we see our teammates not only as co-workers but as neighbors and family members. All of our locations build the intricate network of machinery that contributes to The Toro Company. We contribute to building communities, cities, and the world.  We invite you to apply and join a team of highly skilled, and highly passionate people.

Sponsorship: 

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of a school/employment or any other visa, regardless of expiration date, now or in the future. 

Mechanical Engineer at Ditch Witch:

This employee researches and designs components and mechanical systems for Ditch Witch® products. He or she uses CAD equipment to create or modify model files of machine components and systems and works closely with various component suppliers and other engineers that have mechanical, electrical, and/or hydraulic responsibilities. This employee directs the work of drafters/illustrators, layout personnel, and technicians, and performs other duties as assigned.

What Will You Do?

• Analyze product specifications and performance requirements to determine designs which provide a good balance of performance, functionality, cost and ease of manufacture.

• Direct and physically participate when needed in the construction & testing of prototypes to evaluate the design & functionality of the product.

• Solicit and evaluate input from various sources concerning product design and functionality to meet project and customer requirements and manufacturability of product designs.

• Review product design for compliance with standard engineering practices, company and industry standards, customer contact requirements, and related specifications.

• Create, maintain, and/or direct the creation/maintenance of essential design information and documentation including models, drafts, schematics, and purchased part documentation as well as supporting technical publications.

• Provide solutions to complex and challenging issues while balancing workload among multiple projects and priorities.

Note: The responsibilities and tasks outlined in this document are not exhaustive and may change as determined by the needs of the company.

What Do You Need?

• Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or closely related engineering field.

• Engineer III, minimum of 5+ years of experience in a product design or related engineering role.

• Engineer II, minimum 2-4 years of experience.

• Engineer I, 0-2 years of experience.

• Experience with CAD software and solid modeling.

• Interest in mobile equipment design and operations.

Work Environment:

• Office environment most of the time with regular trips to the shop and outside work.

• Shop and outdoor environments include physical hazards such as utilities (typically gas, electric, and water lines), powered vehicle, bicycle, and pedestrian traffic, sharp objects, and moving machinery.  Outdoor environment includes work in all kinds of weather while operating and demonstrating machinery and construction site conditions such as open excavations, unimproved land, uncompleted structures, etc.

• Working with hazardous materials, including fuels, lubricants, solvents, and batteries.

• Normal 9 hour work day, occasional workdays or up to 10 hours or more.

• Occasional overnight travel. 

• Rapidly changing workload, priorities, demands, schedules, and deadlines.

• Regular, continuous use of a computer.

What Can We Give You?     

At Ditch Witch, we are always working to make sure our employees know just how valued they are. In addition to a competitive salary, an affordable and top tier medical/dental/vision plan, 401k, and many other great benefits – Ditch Witch offers employees at our Perry, OK location a variety of perks, including:  

• Dress for your day - We know you're more productive when you're comfortable, which is why employees are encouraged to take advantage of our casual, office-plant blended environment. 

• Wellness - In addition to physical wellbeing, TTC offers a variety of mental health, financial health, and other types of resources to every full-time employee. 

• Growth Opportunities – TTC prides itself on giving our employees the chance to grow their careers. Tuition reimbursement, opportunities to move into new areas of interest, and promotion opportunities are a few examples.  

• Competitive Salary – The pay range takes into account skills, experience, education, and location. It is not common to be hired at or near the top of the range; compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the annual pay range is between ​$68,200-​$110,000​. Cash compensation is one piece of our competitive total rewards package. You may be eligible to participate in an incentive program, which rewards employees based on individual and organizational performance. Eligibility and award amounts are determined by company policy and performance metrics. If you need to, you can access your pay early with the dailypay app. 

The Toro Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants based on merit and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military service, or other non-merit factors. We are committed to creating a welcoming environment for all employees.