Design Engineer Jobs

The Design Engineer works with cross-functional teams and on independent projects to implement new product designs & modifications to improve quality, cost, usability, and overall customer value.

Design Engineer Duties

• Recommend design of new tools and engineering changes on existing tools; recommend purchase of equipment and materials as necessary.
• Makes prototype models of product, functional "alpha" prototypes used for testing and for form and fit checking.
• May follow the product and make requested changes and corrections throughout the life cycle of the product, that is, "cradle to grave" engineering.
• Consult with employees regarding engineering problems with existing tooling; interact with assembly, machine shop, service department and testing laboratory.
• Assists plant employees with design specifications, sampling and any engineering problems with existing tooling.
• Interacts closely and frequently with customers regarding design requirements, and with suppliers to purchase materials.
• Develop and implement testing programs to evaluate the effectiveness of parts, assembles, machines or systems in house and by traveling to customers sites.
• Assist in preparing and updating instructional and training materials for customers use.
• Maintains engineering procedures including job log on a daily basis to ensure that changes and correct prints are recorded and approved at the proper levels.
• Design machinery, parts, assemblies and components for equipment.
• Create and update detailed drawings and assemblies needed for manufacturing using the company's CAD system.
• Design products with input from marketing, manufacturing, purchasing, toolmaking, or packaging engineering.

Design Engineer Requirements

• Able to analyze and synthesize complex concepts in technology and scientific systems; strong cognitive abilities; excellent problem-solving skills
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• 2-4 years of relevant experience in an Engineering position
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Manufacturing Technology, or 4 to 10 years of trade school, vocational education or equivalent
• High level of verbal and written communication skills
• Strong collaboration and project management skills
• 2-4 years of shop experience, special machining and CAD experience required