Product Engineer

Britten • Traverse City, MI

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Britten Inc. is an event fabricator that designs, engineers, and builds physical experiences, including custom event builds, branded environments, and immersive installations. The Product Engineer develops innovative designs, engineering solutions, and fabrication methods, working independently and collaboratively from initial concepts through production, deployment, and project close-out. The role calls for careful, accurate, results-oriented work, technical analysis, creative problem-solving, sound decision-making, and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.

The engineer provides design and engineering leadership, manages project design from start to finish, and develops solutions for BoxPop product lines, specialty events, custom fabrication, and other products supporting print and woodworking divisions. The position creates 2D and 3D CAD models and manufacturing drawings, conducts and reports on tests, and performs structural analysis of components and assemblies using mathematics and software. The engineer is also expected to learn company systems and processes, contribute improvement ideas, seek ways to increase profitability, communicate respectfully with internal and external clients, and apply current industry trends, materials, and technologies to client solutions.

The role is based in an office environment and may require travel to support event activations. Physical activities include sitting or standing for extended periods, moving between worksites and positions, communicating, repetitive hand and wrist motions, assessing work quality, and moving or adjusting objects up to 20 pounds. Britten offers a competitive hourly rate and/or salary and a full benefits package for full-time positions.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering preferred; a bachelor's degree in a related engineering field may be considered with appropriate experience.
• At least 2 years of experience in a related industry or position.
• Proficiency with Autodesk Inventor Professional.
• Knowledge of Autodesk Vault, Fusion 360, AutoCAD, Revit, and Microsoft Office products; experience with other CAD software is considered.
• Demonstrated knowledge of fabrication, welding, assembly, and machining.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing terminology and methods.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Positive and professional attitude.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Self-motivated, with the ability to work independently.
• Ability to see challenges as opportunities and find solutions.
• Alignment with and belief in the company core values: We Say Yes, We Hustle, We Think Bigger, We Keep Promises, and We Build People Up.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in CAM, CAE, FEA, and engineering analysis.

Responsibilities

• Engineer innovative designs and processes to support organizational growth.
• Provide engineering and design leadership to the organization and its subsidiaries.
• Manage project design aspects from start to finish.
• Design client solutions for BoxPop product lines, including containers and modular structures, specialty event solutions, custom fabrications, and products supporting print and woodworking divisions.
• Create 2D and 3D CAD models and drawings to support product manufacturing.
• Author, execute, and report on tests to support engineering decisions.
• Conduct structural analysis of components and assemblies using mathematics and software.
• Learn Britten Inc. software systems, processes, and procedures quickly, and share ideas for improvement.
• Seek ways to increase organizational profitability.
• Maintain respectful communication with internal and external clients and understand assigned projects throughout planning and production.
• Use current industry trends, materials, and technologies to develop creative client solutions.
• Travel as required to support event activations.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage options.
• 401(k) with employer match equal to 50% of contributions, up to 6% of employee pay.
• Paid holidays.
• Paid time off for full-time employees.
• Educational assistance.
• Company-provided life insurance.
• Reimbursement for safety glasses and/or work boots when the position requires and qualifies.
• Company-provided safety, skill development, and/or leadership training opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level