Design Engineer

Location: Salem, VA 24153 (on‑site)

Shift: Weekdays, 08:00 AM – 05:00 PM (Lunch 12:00 PM – 01:00 PM)

Responsibilities

• Lead end‑to‑end new product development projects, delivering results on time and within budget.
• Define clear project objectives aligned with technical and business requirements.
• Develop and manage project plans, timelines, and resources.
• Drive accountability across cross‑functional teams.
• Proactively identify challenges and implement creative, effective solutions.
• Create innovative, manufacturable designs for components in demanding environments.
• Transform concepts into robust engineering solutions using SolidWorks and 2D drafting tools.
• Ensure designs meet customer, regulatory, and performance requirements.
• Continuously seek improvements in performance, cost, and reliability.
• Design and execute engineering validation tests for performance, durability, and compliance.
• Analyze test data and implement design improvements.
• Document test plans and outcomes clearly and accurately.
• Define production test requirements and resolve design issues efficiently.
• Research and select qualified suppliers to support innovation and product needs.
• Incorporate customer and operational feedback into product enhancements.
• Apply Lean principles to eliminate waste and improve design‑to‑production flow.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation and product literature.
• Clearly communicate design intent, risks, and progress to stakeholders.
• Perform other duties outside of your function or trade, for which adequate training will be provided if necessary.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (ABET‑accredited).
• Minimum 6 years of experience in mechanical design and product development.
• Experience using 3D CAD (SolidWorks preferred).
• Strong understanding of GD&T and tolerancing analysis, materials and manufacturing processes, and DFM/DFA principles.
• Strong analytical thinking and problem‑solving skills.
• Demonstrated leadership and project ownership in previous endeavors.
• Effective time management skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration abilities.
• Self‑motivated with a strong ownership mindset.

Preferred Skills

• Passion for high‑performance engineered products.
• Proven track record of successfully managing projects from concept through production.