Design Engineer
How You'll Make an Impact
- Create and refine CAD models and large assemblies using SolidWorks (or similar tools)
- Contribute to concept development, prototyping, and design iterations
- Translate design intent into manufacturable solutions, considering routing, integration, and system-level requirements
- Work cross-functionally with engineering, testing, and production teams
- Contribute to validation and testing efforts to ensure designs scale to production
- Help troubleshoot design challenges and support continuous improvement
What Success Looks Like
- Builds strong technical capability in CAD modeling and surfacing
- Contributes to product development from concept through production
- Adapts to changing priorities and evolving project needs
- Demonstrates curiosity for product innovation and consumer experience
- Works effectively across teams in a collaborative environment
What You Bring to the Table
- Passionate cyclist with bicycle product experience
- Degree in Mechanical engineering
- 2-4 years’ experience engineering consumer product
- Fluency in 2D and 3D design software with strong surfacing ability
- Strong mechanical aptitude to solve complex packaging, assembly, and mechanism problems
- Knowledge of bicycle products and their assembly
- Finite Element Analysis skills to analyze Aluminum structures and assemblies
- High level of self-motivation and ability to handle several concurrent projects
- Excellent communication skills and problem-solving abilities
- Work in versatile international teams
- Able to drive a company vehicle for transport of employees and equipment to off-site locations
- English language skills
- No travel restrictions with the ability to travel internationally
Nice to Have
- 2+ years designing and developing bicycle frames or components
- Proficient with SolidWorks 3D modeling software with advanced surfacing skills
- Experience developing product with Asian manufacturing factories
- Work experience as a bicycle mechanic
- Metal working or fabrication skills
- Experience working with Industrial Designers
What we offer
- Comprehensive Medical/Prescription/Dental/Vision plans
- Hybrid work environment
- Generous Paid Time Off Programs
- Life & Disability Insurance
- FSA/HSA/Dependent Care FSA
- 401k and company match
- Commuter Incentive Program
- Volunteer Time Off
- Voluntary benefits (critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity insurances)
- Great discounts on company products
- Employee Wellness Program
- EAP benefit
- Parental Leave program
- Access to group home and auto insurance
- A mix of casual yet professional culture
About The Organization
Cannondale is a proud member of the Pon Holdings family, a member of the largest bike portfolio in the world. As a part of Cannondale, you can find yourself here. Our diverse line-up of bikes reflects diverse voices, diverse communities, and diverse aspirations. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.
DEI Mission Statement
We are committed to inspiring cycling for all. Whoever you were, are, or will be, you can find yourself here. We are dedicated to seeking out unique voices and embracing and channeling those of every member of the Cannondale community. Doing so makes both our company and our products better.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All persons shall have the opportunity to be considered for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, alienage or citizenship status, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, military service and veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. For additional information, please click here.