A substantial variety of rework cycle system dynamics (SD) models that are capable of simulating the influence of rework on project parameters exists in the literature. Although all of them use the rework cycle concept, these models vary in their structure and quantification as they are adapted to capture specific process features. The difficulty of grasping the variety of diverse rework cycles and the variability in modeling goals are obstacles for modelers in finding the right model. The aim of this article is to provide a guideline that will help developers create adapted rework cycles for engineering design processes. Through literature research of different rework cycle SD models, specific elements are classified in a guideline. With the knowledge of a variety of rework cycles SD models and their capabilities, recommendations for developers can be made on how to build a model that captures the necessary requirements for their research focus.