Design Engineer I

About the role

The Design Engineer I supports the design, development, and execution of custom architectural wood ceiling and specialty product solutions for commercial construction projects. Working under the guidance of senior engineering and design personnel, the incumbent converts customer requirements, specifications, and architectural drawings into detailed engineering and manufacturing documents that support successful project delivery. This position applies engineering principles, drafting expertise, and product knowledge to develop accurate design solutions that meet customer expectations, manufacturing capabilities, quality standards, and project schedules. The role serves as a technical resource for internal stakeholders and customers while contributing to continuous improvement initiatives and new product development activities.

Responsibilities

• Convert customer requirements, specifications, and architectural drawings into detailed engineering and manufacturing documents.
• Apply engineering principles, drafting expertise, and product knowledge to develop accurate design solutions.
• Support successful project delivery by ensuring designs meet customer expectations, manufacturing capabilities, quality standards, and project schedules.
• Serve as a technical resource for internal stakeholders and customers.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and new product development activities.

Requirements

• Associate's Degree in Architectural Technology, Engineering Technology, Drafting Technology, or related discipline is required.
• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Architectural Engineering, Architecture, or related technical field is preferred.
• 1-3 years of engineering, drafting, manufacturing, construction, or related technical experience is required.
• Experience with AutoCAD or similar CAD software.
• Ability to interpret architectural and engineering drawings.

Preferred Qualifications

• Architectural wood products, millwork, specialty ceilings, or commercial construction experience.
• CNC programming experience.
• Exposure to manufacturing environments.

Benefits

Employees have the flexibility to choose the benefits that best fit their individual needs:

Health and Wellbeing

• Medical, Prescription Drug, Vision, and Dental Insurance
• Healthcare Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options
• LiveWell Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Time Off and Paid Parental Leave

Retirement and Protection

• 401(k) with Company Match, Retirement Accumulation Plan (RAP), Cash Balance Pension Plan
• Company-provided Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-Term Disability
• Voluntary employee and dependent life insurance, Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness, and Accident Insurance

Additional Benefits

• Group Legal
• Identity Theft Protection
• Auto and Home Insurance
• Pet Insurance and Discounts
• Back-up Child & Elder Care
• PerkSpot Employee Discount Program