Product Engineer

Fox Factory • Jasper, IN

3d • Hybrid

About The Position

Designs, develops, tests, and evaluates automotive suspension products, applying engineering principles in accordance with company and customer requirements. Takes ownership of assigned projects, from concept / prototyping through to manufacturing release / product launch. Analyzes project proposals, requirements, and related technical data to determine feasibility of new designs and to develop specific design goals and specifications. Analyzes manufacturing equipment and process specifications to ensure that designs can be produced using existing resources and methods where applicable. Uses computer-assisted engineering software and equipment. Plans and develops experimental test programs and equipment. Analyzes test data and reports to determine if design meets functional and performance specifications. Works to prevent or eliminate defects in new or existing products. Creates and maintains project / product related documentation. Works with external suppliers in development of new components or processes where required. Responds to any issues encountered throughout the entire product cycle - analyzing problems and engineering / implementing solutions that meet company / customer requirements. Maintains 3D models and manufacturing drawing database for any assigned products. Updates and maintains 3D models and manufacturing drawings for existing product when required. Participates in continuous improvement efforts involving existing products, utilizing problem solving abilities and innovation. Coordinates execution / implementation of design revisions in accordance with company requirements. Operates within a team environment, providing input and design support to other team members as well as participating in design reviews across the department. Provides design / detailing support to other team members as needed. Studies engineering and technical publications to keep abreast of technological changes and developments in industry.

Requirements

• General engineering design knowledge
• Good understanding of print reading / tolerancing for manufacturing
• Strong experience in Solidworks or a similar 3D CAD platform
• Strong time management and prioritization abilities
• Data gathering and analysis skills
• Good skillset with Microsoft Office
• Strong problem solving skills
• Highly organized, self-motivated, detail oriented.
• Bachelor’s degree in design engineering, mechanical engineering or related area
• 1+ years of experience in the product design field utilizing engineering design tools.

Nice To Haves

• General automotive knowledge preferred.

Responsibilities

• Takes ownership of assigned projects, from concept / prototyping through to manufacturing release / product launch.
• Analyzes project proposals, requirements, and related technical data to determine feasibility of new designs and to develop specific design goals and specifications.
• Analyzes manufacturing equipment and process specifications to ensure that designs can be produced using existing resources and methods where applicable.
• Uses computer-assisted engineering software and equipment.
• Plans and develops experimental test programs and equipment.
• Analyzes test data and reports to determine if design meets functional and performance specifications.
• Works to prevent or eliminate defects in new or existing products.
• Creates and maintains project / product related documentation.
• Works with external suppliers in development of new components or processes where required.
• Responds to any issues encountered throughout the entire product cycle - analyzing problems and engineering / implementing solutions that meet company / customer requirements.
• Maintains 3D models and manufacturing drawing database for any assigned products.
• Updates and maintains 3D models and manufacturing drawings for existing product when required.
• Participates in continuous improvement efforts involving existing products, utilizing problem solving abilities and innovation.
• Coordinates execution / implementation of design revisions in accordance with company requirements.
• Operates within a team environment, providing input and design support to other team members as well as participating in design reviews across the department.
• Provides design / detailing support to other team members as needed.
• Studies engineering and technical publications to keep abreast of technological changes and developments in industry.

Benefits

• competitive wages
• employee discounts
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Health Spending and Dependent Care Savings Accounts
• Disability and Life Insurance benefit programs
• 401k plan with employer matching

What This Job Offers

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