Product Engineer I
About The Position
The Product Engineer I designs, develops, tests, and implements product and component solutions to improve performance, quality, manufacturability, and cost efficiency. The role partners with Product Management, Manufacturing, Operations, Purchasing, and Project Management to advance concepts from prototype through production and support continuous improvement initiatives. The position works on new product development and sustaining engineering projects, including mechanical design, CAD modeling and drawings, product validation, quality investigations, production support, and cost reduction. The engineer contributes in both office and manufacturing environments and supports prototype builds, testing, and production activities.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering (BSME).
- At least 3 years of experience in product development, design engineering, manufacturing engineering, or a related mechanical engineering role.
- Proficiency with 3D CAD software, preferably SolidWorks.
- Strong understanding of mechanical engineering principles, including statics, dynamics, mechanisms, and component design.
- Experience with plastic injection molding, engineered plastics, and extrusion-based product design.
- Knowledge of design validation methodologies, including DFMEA, tolerance analysis, and statistical data analysis.
- Experience conducting root cause analysis and problem-solving using engineering and data-driven tools.
- Familiarity with metrology equipment such as calipers, gauges, comparators, and vision systems.
- Strong project management, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
- Ability to work effectively in both office and manufacturing environments while supporting prototype builds, testing, and production activities.
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and improve mechanical components, assemblies, and mechanisms for new product development and sustaining engineering projects.
- Create and maintain detailed CAD models and engineering drawings using SolidWorks.
- Conduct root cause investigations, analyze test and production data, and implement corrective actions for product quality and reliability issues.
- Perform design reviews, tolerance stack-up analyses, DFMEA assessments, and design verification testing.
- Prototype, validate, and optimize designs using rapid prototyping techniques, including 3D printing.
- Collaborate with Product Management, Manufacturing, Operations, Purchasing, and Project Management to support product development initiatives and production launches.
- Review and approve first article inspections and ensure components and assemblies meet engineering specifications.
- Identify and execute cost reduction opportunities through design improvements, material optimization, vendor qualification, and manufacturing enhancements.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits.
- Company culture prioritizing internal development and professional growth.
- Paid time off.
- 401(k) plan with employer matching.
- Paid parental leave.
- Wellness programs.
- Product discounts.
- Bonus target range of 10%.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
