Product Engineer

Demco•DeForest, WI

20h•Onsite

About The Position

Product Engineer Onsite – DeForest, Wisconsin | Demco, Inc. 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. What You’ll Do As a key contributor in our NPD process, you’ll own the engineering journey from concept through production and continuous improvement. This is a hands-on, collaborative role where design meets manufacturing.

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