Product Engineer

Britten, Inc. • Traverse City, MI

6d

About The Position

Britten Inc. is an event fabricator that designs, engineers, and builds custom event environments, branded experiences, and immersive installations. The Product Engineer develops innovative designs, engineering approaches, and fabrication methods, working independently and collaboratively to turn concepts into complete solutions and support them through production and deployment. The role calls for accuracy, quality, technical and critical thinking, problem-solving, self-direction, resourcefulness, creativity, and the ability to manage multiple tasks. The engineer is expected to make sound decisions and maintain quality from initial design through project close-out documentation.

The Product Engineer provides engineering and design leadership, manages project design from start to finish, and develops solutions for BoxPop product lines, specialty events, custom fabrication, and other needs across print and woodworking divisions. The role includes creating 2D and 3D CAD models and drawings, conducting and reporting on tests, and performing structural analysis of components and assemblies using mathematics and software. The engineer also learns and uses Britten’s systems and processes, seeks ways to improve them and increase profitability, communicates with internal and external clients, stays informed about industry trends and materials, and maintains detailed knowledge of projects throughout planning and production.

The position is based in an office environment and may involve travel to support event activations. Physical activities include sitting or standing for extended periods, moving between positions and worksites, communicating, repetitive hand and wrist motions, assessing work quality, and handling or adjusting objects weighing up to 20 pounds.

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.
• 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.
• Align with and believe in the company values: We Say Yes, We Hustle, We Think Bigger, We Keep Promises, and We Build People Up.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with other CAD software.
• Experience in CAM, CAE, FEA, and engineering analysis.

Responsibilities

• Develop innovative designs, engineering approaches, and fabrication methods to support organizational growth.
• Provide engineering and design leadership to the organization and its subsidiaries.
• Manage the design aspects of projects from start to finish.
• Design solutions for BoxPop product lines, specialty events, custom fabrications, and other products supporting print and woodworking divisions.
• Create 2D and 3D CAD models and drawings to support product manufacturing.
• Conduct, author, and report on testing to support engineering decisions.
• Perform structural analysis of components and assemblies using mathematics and software.
• Learn and use Britten Inc. software systems, processes, and procedures, and share ideas for improvement.
• Seek ways to increase organizational profitability.
• Maintain respectful communication with internal and external clients.
• Maintain detailed knowledge of projects throughout planning and production.
• Use current industry trends, materials, and technologies to develop creative client solutions.
• Support event activations through travel as required.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage options.
• 401(k) with employer matching 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.
• Full benefits package for full-time positions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time