Design Engineer

The Role

The Design Engineer is responsible for the mechanical design, documentation, and design-to-manufacturing execution of fabricated sheet metal products and related accessories. This role focuses on product performance, manufacturability, cost, and compliance for industrial hazardous material storage solutions.

You will partner closely with Manufacturing, Quality, Product Management, Supply Chain, and Regulatory to support new product development (NPD) and sustaining engineering for the Safety Cabinet product line.

About The Team

The Design Engineering team at Justrite Safety Group is dedicated to innovation, precision, and quality. Our engineers collaborate across departments to develop industry-leading solutions that meet the highest safety standards and customer needs. With a strong focus on creativity and problem-solving, the team brings ideas to life, from initial concept through to production.

What You’ll Do

• Generate complete manufacturing-ready documentation (drawings with GD&T, weld symbols, notes, finish specs, BOM accuracy).
• Define critical-to-quality characteristics and inspection requirements in partnership with Quality.
• Apply knowledge of sheet metal fabrication methods (laser/punch, bend, spot weld, MIG/TIG, clinch/fasteners, PEM hardware, hinges/latches).
• Support and improve processes including powder coat/paint, galvanizing, labeling, and final assembly.
• Execute design activities within a phase-gate development process: requirements, concept, design reviews, prototype builds, verification/validation, release.
• Own sustaining engineering deliverables: product updates, cost-down initiatives, quality improvements, and end-of-life changes.
• Communicate clearly with stakeholders; present designs in reviews; document decisions and manage action items.
• Balance priorities across multiple projects and urgent production/field support needs.

Your Skills And Expertise

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (or closely related discipline).
• 2-3 years of product design experience in manufactured goods; strong preference for fabricated metal products.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD (SolidWorks preferred or equivalent) and 2D drawing creation.
• Working knowledge of GD&T, tolerance analysis, and documentation practices for production release.
• Experience collaborating with manufacturing teams on prototypes, pilot builds, and production support.
• Strong problem-solving skills and comfort working hands-on in a factory environment.

Additional Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience designing sheet metal assemblies and welded fabrications.
• Experience with industrial safety, chemical storage, or regulated products; familiarity with relevant codes/standards is a plus.
• Exposure to ERP/PLM systems and formal engineering change workflows.
• Experience with DFMEA/PFMEA, control plans, and structured validation/testing.
• Leverage in Lean / continuous improvement experience (Kaizen, standard work, waste reduction).

Pay

The position offers a competitive base salary ranging from $90,000 to $100,000. Actual base salaries will vary and may be above or below the recommended pay range based on factors such as but not limited to location, relevant experience and performance. Additionally, this role is eligible for an annual incentive plan to enhance their overall total compensation package when Justrite Safety Group and their business units achieve annual business and financial targets.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Flexible hours and alternative work arrangements designed to support a healthy work-life balance.
• 401K plan with a company match.
• Company-paid short and long-term disability insurance.
• Generous paid time off, personal days, and a robust employee wellness program.