Product Design Engineer

The Design Engineer / Product Engineer is responsible for the design, development, validation, and support of products and components from concept through production and lifecycle management. This role translates customer and internal requirements into technically sound, manufacturable, and cost‑effective designs that meet quality, performance, safety, and regulatory requirements.

The position works closely with cross‑functional teams including Manufacturing, Quality, Program Management, Automation, Tooling, and external suppliers to ensure designs are robust, scalable, and aligned with manufacturing capabilities. Senior‑level responsibilities include increased technical leadership, mentoring, and ownership of complex designs and programs.

• Design, develop, and modify products, components, and assemblies to meet customer, regulatory, and internal requirements.
• Translate customer specifications, performance requirements, and use cases into engineering designs and technical documentation.
• Create and maintain 3D models, drawings, specifications, and BOMs using approved CAD tools.
• Apply GD&T, material selection, and design‑for‑manufacturing (DFM/DFA) principles.
• Support engineering changes (ECOs) throughout the product lifecycle.

• Support design verification and validation activities, including testing, analysis, and reviews.
• Participate in DFMEA, PFMEA, and risk assessments to identify and mitigate product and process risks.
• Support prototype builds, trials, and initial production runs.
• Provide technical support for production, quality, and customer‑related issues as needed.

• Work closely with Manufacturing Engineering, Tooling, Automation, and Quality to ensure designs are manufacturable and meet process capabilities.
• Support APQP and new program launch activities through SOP and early production.
• Communicate technical concepts clearly to internal teams, customers, and suppliers.
• Coordinate with suppliers for component design considerations, feasibility, and cost inputs.
• Identify opportunities for design improvement related to cost, quality, performance, and manufacturability.
• Ensure design documentation is accurate, complete, and compliant with internal standards and quality systems.
• Participate in lessons learned and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Provide technical leadership on complex or high‑risk designs and programs.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers and designers.
• Lead design reviews and serve as a technical escalation point.
• Contribute to engineering standards, best practices, and technical strategy.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Manufacturing, or related discipline).
• Strong understanding of product design, materials, GD&T, and manufacturing processes.
• Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., Solid Works or equivalent).
• Experience with DFMEA, PFMEA, APQP, and engineering change management.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced engineering environment.

• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in product or design engineering within a manufacturing environment.
• Minimum 10+ years of progressive experience in product or design engineering.
• Demonstrated experience leading complex designs, mentoring engineers, and supporting multiple programs or customers.
• Work is performed in both office and manufacturing environments with regular plant interaction.
• Exposure to manufacturing conditions including noise, moving equipment, and industrial processes when on the plant floor.
• PPE required…