Product Design Engineer
Detroit, Wayne County, Michigan, 48228, USA
Listed on 2026-02-20
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Engineering
Product Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer, Engineering Design & Technologists
The Product Design Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, and improving products from concept through production. This role combines engineering principles, design expertise, and problem-solving skills to create innovative, functional, and manufacturable product solutions. The Product Design Engineer collaborates with cross‑functional teams including manufacturing, quality, and product management to ensure products meet technical requirements, customer expectations, and business objectives.
This position operates fully remotely and requires strong technical communication and collaboration skills.
This position is strictly limited to candidates who currently reside in the United States and are legally authorized to work in the U.S. Applications from individuals residing outside the United States will be rejected.
Key Responsibilities- Design and develop product concepts, components, and assemblies using CAD and engineering tools
- Create and maintain detailed engineering drawings, specifications, and documentation
- Perform engineering analysis including tolerance studies, material selection, and performance evaluation
- Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to translate requirements into manufacturable designs
- Support prototyping, testing, and validation of new products
- Identify opportunities for product improvements, cost optimization, and quality enhancement
- Conduct design reviews and incorporate feedback into product iterations
- Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and safety guidelines
- Support production teams with technical troubleshooting and design adjustments
- Maintain project timelines and communicate technical progress to stakeholders
- Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering, Product Design Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field
- 3–6 years of experience in product design, mechanical engineering, or product development
- Proficiency with CAD software (Solid Works, AutoCAD, CATIA, or similar)
- Strong understanding of product development lifecycle and manufacturing processes
- Knowledge of materials, tolerancing (GD&T), and design‑for‑manufacturing principles
- Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote environment
- Experience with prototyping and testing processes
- Knowledge of simulation tools (FEA, CFD, or similar)
- Experience designing consumer products, industrial equipment, or hardware systems
- Familiarity with quality systems and regulatory compliance standards
- Experience working with global manufacturing teams
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching
- Paid time off, paid holidays, and sick leave
- Life, short‑term, and long‑term disability insurance
- Flexible remote work arrangement
- Professional development, engineering certifications, and training reimbursement
- Employee wellness and assistance programs
- Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
- Must currently reside within the United States
Applications from candidates outside the U.S. will not be considered
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