Custom Design Engineer

At CPC (Colder Products Company), we’re not just connecting fluid lines – we’re connecting people, ideas, and possibilities. For nearly 50 years, we’ve been engineering cutting-edge fluid connection technologies that power industries from biopharmaceutical, thermal management (liquid cooling of electronics), medical, industrial, and chemical handling markets.

But what sets us apart?
Our people.

We’re a team of problem-solvers, innovators, and forward-thinkers who thrive in a culture that values collaboration, creativity, and continuous improvement. Headquartered in Minneapolis/St. Paul, with over 700 employees in 14 countries, we’re growing fast, and we want you to grow with us!

Are you ready to make an impact and work with a company that values your expertise, ideas, and career growth? You’ll be at the forefront of shaping our organization’s success. This isn’t just a job – it’s a career move where you’ll thrive, learn, and enjoy coming to work.

• Develop products from conceptualization to launch

• Collaborates and consults with Test, Manufacturing, and Quality Engineers in support of new product development

• Partner with Sales, Applications, and Marketing to create solutions for diverse OEM markets.

• Maintain a high level of interaction with customers, sales managers, and application engineers

• Leads or assists in efforts to resolve product performance issues

• Adheres to all safety regulations

• Demonstrates support of CPC core values

• Performs other job duties as required to meet business needs.

• Comply with all Quality policies while continuously identifying opportunities for improvement.

• Support the process of ISO, ASI, and other certifications deemed necessary by the business.

• Adhere to all safety regulations.

• Other duties as assigned to support business and department needs.

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or another related field.

• 2+ year of design and product development experience.

• Curious, creative, and tenacious problem solver

• Desired character attributes:

• CAD proficiency – PTC Creo (preferred), Solidworks, etc.

• Strong mechanical aptitude.

• Strong verbal and written communications skills required; must be able to communicate effectively with internal departments, vendors, and customers.

• Ability to work independently, and to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

• Knowledge and grasp of rapid prototyping techniques and manufacturing methods.

• Energetic and enthusiastic approach toward the definition of new products, complimented by an educated and realistic business outlook.

• Competent in the design and development of plastic components.

• Demonstrated history of design innovation.

• Knowledge of designing plastic components for injection molding.

• Basic understanding of Finite Element Analysis.

• Machining experience & understanding.

• Knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T).

• Demonstrated history of translating customer needs into innovative new products.

• 2+ years’ experience in design of mass-produced plastic or machined products such as automotive, medical devices, toys, etc.

• Design experience with fluid handling components for industrial applications.

• Familiarity with ISO 9001, 13485, medical device, or medical device components a plus.

• Up to 5%, domestic and international.

At CPC, our people aren’t just employees, they’re the driving force behind our success. We’ve built a culture rooted in respect, collaboration, and integrity, where every voice matters, and innovation thrives. It’s not just us saying it; CPC has been recognized as a Top Workplace 6x in the past 7 years, because we genuinely care about our employees’ growth, well-being, and success.

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