Product Engineer

Demco, Inc. • DeForest, WI

6h • Onsite

About The Position

At Demco, we create innovative learning environments for libraries and schools across the country, and we’re looking for a Product Engineer to help bring the next generation of ideas to life. If you thrive in NPD (New Product Development), love turning concepts into real-world products, and believe that the best ideas come from iteration (and a little failure), you’ll fit right in with our philosophy: fail often, fail fast—and build something better every time.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
• 5+ years of experience in Product Engineering / Design Engineering / Product Development Engineering, ideally in an NPD-focused environment
• Strong proficiency in 3D CAD tools (SolidWorks preferred)
• Deep understanding of materials, manufacturing processes, and quality standards
• A problem-solving mindset with the ability to manage multiple projects at once
• Strong collaboration and communication skills

Nice To Haves

• Experience with furniture design or wood manufacturing is a strong plus

Responsibilities

• Lead and support new product development (NPD) efforts from ideation to launch
• Translate concepts into detailed engineering designs using SolidWorks and similar tools
• Partner cross-functionally with design, sourcing, and manufacturing teams to ensure feasibility and efficiency
• Drive prototyping, testing, and iteration cycles (fail fast, learn faster)
• Optimize products for cost, durability, manufacturability, and sustainability
• Ensure compliance with applicable standards (including BIFMA)
• Troubleshoot production challenges and continuously improve existing products

Benefits

• Opportunities to innovate and influence real products
• A culture that embraces experimentation: fail often, fail fast
• Work that directly supports schools and libraries

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees