Product Designer

Our client, a global leader in engineered ride systems, is seeking a highly technical and hands‑on Product Designer to join their innovative Product Development team focused on the design and development of complex large‑scale fiberglass (FRP) water ride systems. This role is heavily centered on advanced 3D CAD surfacing and manufacturable geometry development for high‑performance products used in demanding real‑world environments.

The successful candidate will play a key role in transforming complex concepts into production‑ready components that meet strict performance, safety, and fabrication requirements.

• Develop complex 3D surface models for large‑scale water slide components and assemblies
• Create high‑quality continuous surfaces suitable (A‑class or equivalent) for fiberglass/composite manufacturing
• Refine complex transitions, continuous pathways, and freeform geometry
• Ensure surface continuity, alignment, and manufacturability across multi‑part assemblies

• Design components with a strong understanding of fiberglass/composite manufacturing processes
• Incorporate manufacturability considerations including draft angles, flange design, part splitting, tooling, and mold requirements
• Collaborate with fabrication and manufacturing teams to optimize production efficiency and assembly quality

• Produce detailed manufacturing drawings, BOMs, and technical data packages
• Maintain organized design documentation and revision control within PDM systems
• Support engineering change processes and design release activities

• Participate throughout the full product development lifecycle from concept through installation
• Support prototype testing, validation activities, and performance analysis
• Analyze test results and implement continuous design improvements
• Participate in technical reviews focused on performance, manufacturability, and safety

• Support on‑site installation and product verification activities as required
• Ensure manufactured products meet design intent and operational requirements
• Travel occasionally to customer or installation sites (up to 15%)

• 5+ years of experience in product design with strong 3D CAD surfacing expertise
• Advanced proficiency with SOLIDWORKS surfacing tools or equivalent CAD surfacing software
• Experience creating complex, non‑prismatic geometry and large assemblies
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and drafting standards
• Strong understanding of how designs transition from CAD to manufacturing
• Experience producing production‑ready drawings and documentation

• Familiarity with molds, tooling, and fabrication processes
• Experience working with large‑scale engineered products or structures
• Hands‑on experience with prototyping, testing, and validation
• Knowledge of manufacturing methods for composites or formed structures

• Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills
• High attention to geometric detail and design quality
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced product development environment
• Strong communication and cross‑functional collaboration skills
• Willingness to participate in hands‑on testing and field support activities