POSITION OVERVIEW:
The Design Engineer will be directly involved in all stages of new product development from concept generation to product launch. This position will also support the continuous improvement and optimization of existing product lines. The primary responsibilities of the Design Engineer will include, but are not limited to, developing, prototyping, and validating new product designs, specifying materials and manufacturing processes for new or existing designs, and collaborating with other departments to meet project goals and objectives.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Develop product, application, or process innovations that deliver breakthrough products or technologies;
• Work with cross-functional team to successfully launch products on time, specification, and cost targets;
• Specify appropriate materials and manufacturing processes for new or existing designs;
• Validate new product designs using engineering calculations or analysis software;
• Prototype and evaluate new product designs or improvements to existing products;
• Conduct or coordinate product testing to ensure compliance with internal and industry standards;
• Establish reliability criteria, analysis techniques, and test methods for new or existing products;
• Create drawings and other product documentation for use by Manufacturing, Procurement, and Quality;
• Evaluate designs for manufacturability and make recommendations to improve cost and efficiency;
• Assist in the analysis and selection of supply chain strategies to drive best quality, cost, and lead times;
• Participate in new product pilot runs and assist Operations in preparing for mass production;
• Work under general project level supervision in an independent manner;
• Carry out assignments of moderate to high difficulty and strategic impact on the overall project;
• Develop and maintain a strong understanding of current Height Safety standards and regulations;
• Maintain product Bill of Materials, revision records, and other technical files;
• Process Engineering Change Requests (ECRs) as assigned in a timely manner;
• Enter and maintain product data in Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system as needed;
• Understand and stay informed with Intellectual Property (IP) in the Height Safety industry;
• Work according to established company processes and ISO procedures;
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor;
• Up to 10% domestic/international travel required.
ATTRIBUTES:
• Excellent written and oral communication skills;
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate cross-functionally;
• Enjoy working in a team environment comprised of different disciplines;
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills;
• Creative with a passion for innovation;
• Resourceful and willing to learn new skills, processes, or technologies;
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently under time and resource constraints.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
Required:
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field from an accredited university;
• Two years of experience in a related field;
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook;
• Experience in solid modeling using a 3D CAD program;
• Understanding of basic statistics.
Preferred:
• Experience designing consumer products or mass-produced industrial products;
• Experience with regulated and compliance driven products lines;
• Experience working in the Fall Protection or safety products industry;
• Experience using SolidWorks and PDM;
• Experience working in a fast-paced manufacturing organization.