Design Engineer
Filtran · Des Plaines, IL · 1 mo ago
Engineering$85k–$96k/yrFull-time
Responsibilities
- Design innovative filtration products using Creo, adhering to Filtran standards and modeling best practices.
- Generate 3D CAD models, drawings, and APQP documentation.
- Ensure manufacturability, performance, and cost-optimization through DFMA and FEA/CFD simulations and test results.
- Lead technical discussions in weekly customer meetings.
- Organize and facilitate cross-functional meetings to track technical open items.
- Collaborate with program managers and internal stakeholders to meet project milestones and deliverables.
- Develop validation plans and submit testing requests to the Filtran internal test lab.
- Coordinate test fixture design and validation activities based on customer and internal standards.
- Utilize knowledge of industry-specific testing standards and validation procedures.
- Create and maintain engineering documentation including engineering drawings, bills of materials, failure mode and effects analyses, and engineering change orders.
- Support design changes, cost-reduction efforts, and technical reviews.
- Contribute to new product innovation and existing product enhancements.
- Participate in IP generation, competitive benchmarking, and R&D initiatives.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering.
- Previous product design experience (professional and/or internship).
- Proficient in Creo with knowledge of modeling best practices, and experience optimizing designs based on simulation and/or test results.
- Advanced surfacing knowledge is a plus.
- Ability to understand and interpret detailed engineering and testing specifications.
- Familiarity with automotive quality standards and processes.
- Hands-on experience working with cross-functional teams, group facilitation, and problem-solving.
- Proficient in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Fluent in English, including excellent communication skills (listening, written, verbal, and presentation).