# Design Engineer

> YBI Recruiting · Cedar Rapids, United States · Full-time · Posted 2026-06-25

**Workplace:** on_site

**Department:** IFP Motion Solutions

## Description

**IFP Motion Solutions Inc.** is seeking a talented and driven **Design Engineer** to join their team! As a Design Engineer, you will design and develop hydraulic power units (HPUs), valves and manifolds, and complete hydraulic systems; taking projects from concept through detailed design and into production. You will work hands-on in SolidWorks and collaborate closely with internal engineering teams and the shop floor to deliver quality designs.

**Responsibilities will include:**

-   Provide hydraulic design and development for power units (HPUs), valves, manifolds, and complete systems of varied complexity.
-   Create and maintain 3D models, detailed part drawings, and assemblies in SolidWorks.
-   Apply geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&;T) to ensure manufacturability and proper fit.
-   Select appropriate hydraulic components and size systems to meet performance and application requirements.
-   Collaborate with internal teams and the shop floor to resolve design and production issues.
-   Support prototyping, testing, and design validation, and revise designs based on findings.
-   Maintain accurate engineering documentation, BOMs, and revision control.

IFP Motion Solutions Inc. is a growing motion control company based in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, with operations in 13 states. All locations work together to provide a range of services including manufacturing, repair, design engineering, and distribution of components. IFP's customer base includes industrial manufacturers, mobile integrations, and fluid power OEMs. With a knowledgeable sales team and a large inventory, they have the capability to design, prototype, manufacture, and service a wide range of motion control systems.

## Requirements

**Minimum Qualifications:**

-   Minimum 2-4 years of mechanical design engineering experience, OR equivalent experience with a strong hydraulic systems/components background.
-   Proficiency in SolidWorks for 3D modeling, detailing, and assemblies.
-   Working knowledge of GD&;T and the ability to produce manufacturable, production-ready drawings.
-   Solid understanding of hydraulic principles and components.
-   Has the ability to manage multiple tasks, has excellent attention to detail, and is willing and able to learn new technologies quickly.
-   Has solid verbal and written communication skills. Works well as an individual and in a team within a manufacturing or production environment.

**Preferred Qualifications:**

-   Bachelor';s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field from an accredited college/university (strongly preferred)

-   Experience reading and interpreting hydraulic schematics

-   Familiarity with FEA / stress analysis.
-   Prior experience designing HPUs, manifolds, or complete hydraulic systems.

## Benefits

Starting wage commensurate with the experience level of the candidate. Enjoy a rewarding work environment and competitive benefits, including 401(k) and Profit Sharing with financial advisor support, medical, dental, vision plans, life and pet insurance, wellness program, and fitness club subsidies.

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