Design Engineer

About the role

The Design Engineer will play a crucial part in Wenger Corporation's mission to provide exceptional customer experiences through innovative product development, improvement, and cost reduction projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed customer requirements and corresponding product functional requirements in collaboration with the Product Manager
• Lead multifunctional project teams to achieve project goals
• Conceptualize and develop new product ideas, product improvements, and cost reduction strategies
• Conduct engineering analysis, including strength calculations, design layout, fits and tolerances, and CAD modeling
• Oversee accelerated product life cycle tests and evaluate field testing and potential misuse of products
• Create complete, documented product and engineering specifications, working closely with cross-functional teams
• Support new manufacturing processes and provide technical writing support for manuals and instructions
• Coordinate and execute product development tasks, including design reviews, validation testing, failure modes effects analysis, design for manufacturability, prototype development, and preproduction support
• Provide technical leadership for standard product customization efforts and prepare recommendations for product changes
• Support field testing at beta sites

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering or Agricultural Engineering
• Minimum of 3 years of progressive product or design engineering experience
• Preferred SolidWorks experience
• Proficiency with finite element analysis (FEA) software and stress calculations
• Ability to conceptualize, formulate design possibilities, and coordinate development by the project team under time and financial constraints
• Commitment to effective project coordination and evaluation, with recommendations for changes to improve overall results

Qualifications

• Musical or theatrical background or interest

Skills

• Strong problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• 9 Paid Holidays
• Generous Profit Sharing
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Spending Accounts (HSA, FSA, DCFSA)
• Company Paid Short-term and Long-term Disability Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• 401k Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Onsite Fitness Center
• Employee Assistance Program