Mechanical Designer- New Product Development

Sub-Zero Group • Madison, WI

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About The Position

Primary Responsibilities: Design Ownership, Release & Change Management Create and modify complex parts, drawings, and assembly layouts per corporate standards and procedures; identify and resolve errors before release. Own assigned scope from concept through production release, including change notice activities, BOM verification and release documentation. Support development builds and production troubleshooting by identifying and resolving design issues. Translate requirements into accurate, manufacturable 3D CAD models and drawings. Understand how designs translate into ERP structure, demand planning, and manufacturing orders; diagnose errors in design‑adjacent information (e.g., incorrect cost roll‑ups) and identify root causes. Engineering Judgment & Problem Solving Perform and review tolerance stack‑ups, interference checks, and root cause analysis using test data and build feedback. Apply appropriate materials, fasteners, and assembly strategies. Escalate higher‑risk decisions appropriately and contribute to design reviews. Apply design‑for‑manufacturing and assembly principles with guidance from senior team members. Leadership Through Influence (Varies by Level) Follow and help reinforce CAD, drafting, and documentation standards. Provide mentorship to other users on fundamental CAD features, PLM workflows and overall workflow proficiency. Senior‑level scope may include: regular coaching and feedback, recognizing employee contributions, understanding/communicating role expectations across the team, and leading larger cross‑functional teams.

Requirements

• 5-7+ years of mechanical design experience in a production environment.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD (SolidWorks preferred).
• Willingness to adapt to Sub-Zero Group internal processes and offer experience to influence improvements.
• Working knowledge of GD&T and drafting standards; experience releasing parts/assemblies to production.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments with limited supervision and collaborate cross‑functionally.

Nice To Haves

• Associate degree in Mechanical Design (or equivalent experience).
• Experience with sheet metal, plastics, automation equipment, wiring layouts/schematics (SOLIDWORKS Electrical), and hands‑on shop exposure.
• Familiarity with formal change processes, documentation discipline, and production support expectations.
• Experience bringing consumer products from concept to production.

Responsibilities

• Design Ownership, Release & Change Management Create and modify complex parts, drawings, and assembly layouts per corporate standards and procedures; identify and resolve errors before release.
• Own assigned scope from concept through production release, including change notice activities, BOM verification and release documentation.
• Support development builds and production troubleshooting by identifying and resolving design issues.
• Translate requirements into accurate, manufacturable 3D CAD models and drawings.
• Understand how designs translate into ERP structure, demand planning, and manufacturing orders; diagnose errors in design‑adjacent information (e.g., incorrect cost roll‑ups) and identify root causes.
• Perform and review tolerance stack‑ups, interference checks, and root cause analysis using test data and build feedback.
• Apply appropriate materials, fasteners, and assembly strategies.
• Escalate higher‑risk decisions appropriately and contribute to design reviews.
• Apply design‑for‑manufacturing and assembly principles with guidance from senior team members.
• Follow and help reinforce CAD, drafting, and documentation standards.
• Provide mentorship to other users on fundamental CAD features, PLM workflows and overall workflow proficiency.
• Senior‑level scope may include: regular coaching and feedback, recognizing employee contributions, understanding/communicating role expectations across the team, and leading larger cross‑functional teams.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation based on skills
• Industry leading health, dental, and vision plans
• Generous 401 (K) savings and profit sharing
• On-site UW Health clinic, fitness center, and walking paths
• Education assistance and internal training programs
• Electric vehicle charging
• Maternity & paternity leave

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree