Senior Design Engineer

Outform Group • Chicago, IL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Senior Design Engineer is responsible for leading the engineering development of retail display solutions, ensuring designs meet requirements for functionality, manufacturability, and cost. This role serves as a lead engineering resource on key programs, driving execution from concept through production. This role will work on exciting projects across Outform’s established and emerging retail verticals including Consumer Electronics, Home Improvement, Food & Beverage, Fashion, and Sporting Goods.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Design, Mechanical, Structural, or Manufacturing Engineering.
• 5–8 years of POP display engineering/manufacturing experience.
• High proficiency in SolidWorks with ability to deliver full engineering release packs.
• Broad process familiarity: Plastics (sheet fabrication, vacuum forming, injection molding, extrusions); Metals (sheet, wire, tube, finishing); Wood fabrication/finishing; LED lighting integration.
• Understanding of dimensioning standards and GD&T; strong attention to detail and problem‑solving skills.
• Comfortable in fast-paced, cross‑functional environments; able to manage deadlines.

Nice To Haves

• 7+ years experience extremely preferred across various verticals (CE, DIY, Sporting, Fashion, Digital, etc.).
• PDM experience preferred.
• Digital technology experience in POP displays is a plus.
• Detail‑oriented with strong analytical and problem‑solving capabilities.
• Effective communicator able to collaborate across teams.
• Adaptable and comfortable operating in a dynamic, fast‑changing environment.
• Proactive mindset focused on continuous improvement and quality engineering.

Responsibilities

• Produce complete engineering packs through milestone phases (ISO, L&T, 3D/2D Engineering Release) and manage Engineering Change Orders (ECOs).
• Create client-facing ISO drawings communicating fit, form, function, and visual intent.
• Generate detailed 2D manufacturing drawings with appropriate dimensioning and GD&T; release accurate BOMs.
• Engineer for manufacturability, assembly, cost, safety, and field durability across POP processes and materials.
• Support prototype builds and first-article inspections; participate in vendor reviews (<10% travel).
• Maintain project documentation including parts lists, QC guidelines, and technical specifications.
• Collaborate with Account, Project Management, and Production teams; provide DFM input and drive continuous improvement.

What This Job Offers

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