Entry-Level Design Engineer – Automotive Parts Manufacturing

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$60,000.00/yr - $75,000.00/yr

The ideal candidate will have 1-3 years’ work experience in component design and product development, and the ability to interface effectively with other departments and colleagues. This is a full-time, direct hire position with a comprehensive benefits package.

• Design and product development of metal body and frame components
• Develop and maintain engineering drawings, schematics, and Bill of Materials
• Interface with customers regarding design reviews, potential changes, approval, and manufacturing feasibility
• Create records of design changes and project updates for internal and customer use
• Participate in meetings regarding project status with both internal departments and outside customers
• Assist management in design department process improvement and performance analysis
• Other duties as assigned

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field preferred
• Minimum 1-3 years' experience (including internships, co-ops, etc.) in Design, Product, or Release Engineering preferred
• Familiarity with CATIA V5 and / or Unigraphics NX design programs is a plus
• Ability to read, interpret, and improve engineering drawings and schematics
• Strong communication and collaboration ability in a multicultural environment
• Good problem-solving, time management, and multitasking skills

While performing the duties of this job you may be required to intermittently sit, stand, walk, lift up to 25 pounds, lift in excess of 25 pounds with a lift assist, climb stairs, use hands to handle or feel parts/equipment, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, bend at the waist, talk and hear. You may also be required to use close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and peripheral vision.

Activ8 Recruitment & Solutions / Renaissance Resources Inc. has been a trusted leader in North American recruiting for Japanese businesses for over 25 years. We specialize in connecting top talent with companies in the Automotive, Electronics, Food & Beverage, Logistics, Manufacturing, Oil & Gas, Banking & Finance, and Entertainment industries.

We screen ALL Candidates to verify the validity of each applicant's provided information. Upon submitting your resume, we will contact only those candidates that we deem qualified for our client. If we do not contact you, we do not see the fit for the position. All offers of employment may be contingent upon successful completion of a background check in compliance with applicable laws.

We prioritize direct applicants; third-party resumes may not be reviewed.

Entry level

Full-time

Engineering and Design

Motor Vehicle Parts Manufacturing and Manufacturing