Product Engineer

Job Location:

Bear Cat - Wickenburg, AZ

Position Type:
Full Time

Education Level: 4 Year Degree

Salary Range:
Undisclosed

Job Category:
Engineering

Bear Cat Manufacturing manufacture a wide range of equipment that serves the asphalt road building industry.

We’re looking for a hands-on Product Development Engineer to drive innovation and improvement across our product lines. You’ll take ideas from concept to production—designing in Solid Works, working side-by-side with production teams, and ensuring our products are safe, reliable, cost-effective, and easy to manufacture.

• Design and develop new products and improve existing ones.
• Create 3D models, drawings, BOMs, and process instructions.
• Estimate production costs and optimize designs for manufacturability.
• Lead multiple projects from start to finish, keeping timelines on track.
• Partner with production to solve real-time shop floor challenges.
• Continuously improve product performance, safety, and profitability.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams across engineering, sales, and manufacturing.

• Be part of a collaborative team where your ideas and designs make a real impact.
• Work hands-on with products from concept to production—see your work come to life.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development in a supportive environment.
• Competitive pay, benefits, and recognition for your contributions.
• A culture that values innovation, problem-solving, and continuous improvement.

• 5+ years in a manufacturing environment with a strong mechanical background.
• Solid Works proficiency (5+ years) with strong parametric modeling and bottoms-up design.
• Skilled with measuring equipment, reverse engineering, and part inspection.
• Knowledge of machining, welding, sheet metal, and general shop practices.
• Ability to design for manufacturability and serviceability with creative problem-solving.
• Strong communication skills to work effectively with production teams and vendors.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

• Solid Works surfaces and sheet metal modeling.
• Experience with welding processes, tooling, and fixture design.
• Basic electronics (wiring harnesses).
• Familiarity with hydraulics and pneumatics.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering (or related field).
• Broad understanding of machine structures, mechanisms, and manufacturing processes.
• Strong 3D CAD expertise in Solid Works required.
• Knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, or electrical systems is a plus depending on assignment.