Design Engineer

Leer•New Lisbon, WI

11d•Onsite

About The Position

As a Design Engineer at Leer, Inc., you will be responsible for driving innovation throughout the full life cycle of new product designs, subassemblies, and components. This includes developing product improvements, calculating and validating critical mechanical and/or electrical design parameters to ensure safe, reliable, and cost-effective designs. You will collaborate with various teams, consultants, suppliers, and manufacturing to develop concepts, resolve design issues, and implement designs into production, meeting specific cost, timeline, and specification targets. Your role will also involve preparing 3D CAD models and drawings, creating and maintaining manufacturing documentation like BOMs and work instructions, and supporting production goals related to safety, quality, productivity, and cost improvements. You will contribute to a collaborative team environment by supporting cross-functional initiatives. Leer, Inc. is a 100% employee-owned company that manufactures iconic products used in hospitals, restaurants, and other essential industries. The company is growing and seeks team players to help sustain its growth and maintain its position as an industry-leading manufacturer and a top workplace in the Midwest.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in engineering related field, or equivalent experience with at least 2 years product design experience
A deep understanding of manufacturing processes including sheet metal fabrication, stampings, aluminum and steel weldments, and precision machining
Advanced proficiency in 3D Solid modeling
The ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple projects with strict deadlines
Demonstrated skills in engineering project management and organizational efficiency
Strong interpersonal skills and a willingness to travel (up to 10% internationally) to support our global partners
A self-motivated professional with a proven track record of meeting delivery milestones
Ability to build strong working relationships across all levels of the organization

Nice To Haves

SolidWorks experience preferred
Experience with Refrigeration, Electro-Mechanical design, or Lean Manufacturing

Responsibilities

Drive the full life cycle of new product designs, subassemblies, and components
Develop product improvements as either product line extensions or value engineering cost savings
Calculate and validate critical mechanical and/or electrical design parameters ensuring safe, reliable and cost-effective designs
Collaborate with product development team, consultants, suppliers, and manufacturing to develop concepts, resolve design issues, and implement designs into production that meet cost, timeline, and specification targets
Prepare 3D CAD models and drawings for components and assemblies
Create and maintain manufacturing documentation including BOM’s, drawings, and work instructions for new and existing products
Support production to achieve goals related to safety, quality, productivity, and cost improvements
Contribute to a collaborative team environment by supporting cross-functional initiatives