Sr. Product Design Engineer (On-site)

Lakeshore Learning Materials•Carson, CA

22h•Onsite

About The Position

We are currently seeking a Sr. Product Design Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will design consumer products that meet functional, aesthetic, safety and cost requirements while supporting cross-functional engineering and manufacturing needs. You will contribute technical expertise throughout the product development cycle, including concept creation, prototyping and durability evaluation. You will also collaborate across teams, clearly communicate design intent and work with a range of materials to deliver reliable, high-quality product solutions. Applicants should have a strong understanding of product design principles, including functionality, durability, safety and cost considerations. The ideal candidate also possesses EIT and/or PE certification. A day on the job looks like this: Designing consumer products in SolidWorks, ensuring functionality, durability, safety and alignment with cost targets Partnering with Quality to evaluate testing results, address design risks and ensure solutions meet performance requirements Representing the engineering perspective in product development discussions, applying technical judgment to align designs with project goals Providing detailed responses to engineering and technical requests from cross-functional partners Building proof-of-concept models and prototypes using in-house 3-D printers and related tools Sharing design concepts and recommendations during product reviews and team discussions Collaborating across departments to clearly translate technical concepts and support effective teamwork Performing stress analyses to support durability and performance assessment

Requirements

6+ years of experience in design engineering
Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering
Proficiency in 3-D CAD design (SolidWorks), including assemblies and detailed drawings
Strong understanding of product design principles, including functionality, durability, safety and cost considerations
Experience working with a range of materials (e.g., plastics, metals, wood, textiles, foams)
Working knowledge of manufacturing processes and production methods
Working knowledge of 3D modeling techniques for aesthetic and functional parts (Moldflow/FEA)
Hands-on experience supporting manufacturing activities (e.g., vendor validation, inspections, assembly support, troubleshooting production issues)

Nice To Haves

Experience with prototyping tools
EIT and/or PE certification
CSWP (Certified SolidWorks Professional) certification
Familiarity with structural packaging principles or furniture design
Thoughtful decision maker who applies sound judgment to solve complex problems and work independently
Clear communicator who adapts messaging to different audiences, including presenting to larger groups
Collaborative team player who works effectively across cross-functional and global teams, including virtual environments

Responsibilities

Designing consumer products in SolidWorks, ensuring functionality, durability, safety and alignment with cost targets
Partnering with Quality to evaluate testing results, address design risks and ensure solutions meet performance requirements
Representing the engineering perspective in product development discussions, applying technical judgment to align designs with project goals
Providing detailed responses to engineering and technical requests from cross-functional partners
Building proof-of-concept models and prototypes using in-house 3-D printers and related tools
Sharing design concepts and recommendations during product reviews and team discussions
Collaborating across departments to clearly translate technical concepts and support effective teamwork
Performing stress analyses to support durability and performance assessment