Design Engineer

Winchester Interconnect • Orange, CA

11h • $90,000 - $130,000

About The Position

The role of Design Engineer is responsible for the full lifecycle of new product design, maintaining and optimizing existing product lines, and managing complex design projects from inception to completion. This role provides critical engineering support to manufacturing and purchasing departments while ensuring all designs meet cost, quality, and timeline requirements.

Requirements

• Drafting Excellence: Strong proficiency in drafting standards per ASME Y14.5 and expert knowledge of GD&T
• CAD Mastery: Expert proficiency in Solidworks (Solidworks certificate highly preferred)
• Engineering Analysis: Proven experience in tolerance analysis, DFMEAs, and leading formal design reviews
• Manufacturing Knowledge: Familiarity with various fabrication processes, specifically stamping, machining, and injection molding
• Materials Science: Deep understanding of materials and various plating processes
• Education Level: BS in Engineering or minimum 8 Years of experience in mechanical engineering. Experience in connector design and/or mil/aero industry preferred.
• Knowledge of materials and platings
• Familiarity with manufacturing and fabrication processes (Stamping, machining, injection molding)
• Good organizational skills with a strong ability to juggle multiple tasks/projects at one time
• Good communication and presentation skills (verbal and written)
• Strong mechanical aptitude with an ability to identify multiple options and evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of those options and implement the best solution

Nice To Haves

• Experience in connector design and/or mil/aero industry preferred.
• Solidworks certificate highly preferred

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and management of new product projects as requested by sales or customers,  to meet customer-funded programs and new product development projects in accordance with engineering standards, systems, procedures, and policies
• This includes creating 3D models, 2D drawings, BOMs, and manufacturing instructions.
• Oversee the maintenance of existing product lines, including modifying 3D models/2D drawings and processing Engineering Change Notices (ECNs).
• Input and maintain MRP system data (Item Masters, BOMs) and assist in maintaining the engineering file management system
• Identify multiple design options, evaluate their strengths and weaknesses, and implement optimized solutions.
• Design specialized tooling and packaging as required for production.
• Collaborate across the division (PCG) in a way that leads by example, holds people accountable, and utilizes data to make informed decisions
• Follow your designs through production and solicit feedback from process engineering - support the designs beyond engineering release

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees