Design Engineer I – New Product Development Engineering

Key Job Functions & Responsibilities

• Supports the design and development for assigned components, sub-assemblies, or systems from concept, layout, and detailed CAD through validation and production release.
• Develops and maintains 3D CAD models, 2D drawings, GD&T, tolerance stacks, and specifications to ensure functional performance, regulatory compliance, durability, safety, and manufacturability.
• Applies structured problem-solving methods to resolve design issues, field failures, and manufacturing concerns.
• Learns and applies sound engineering principles while developing technical judgment. Design for Manufacturing, Cost, and Quality.
• Designs components with consideration for manufacturability, assembly, quality, and cost.
• Works with manufacturing engineering, sourcing, quality, and suppliers to understand the processes and design constraints.
• Supports value engineering and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensures designs comply with internal standards, regulatory requirements, and applicable UL / ANSI / CSA / ISO expectations.
• Verifies and validates designs using data-driven test results to refine designs and confirm requirements are met with appropriate margin.
• Supports engineering change documentation and product release activities.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Collaborates with Product Management to understand customer requirements and product objectives.
• Supports Manufacturing Engineering during pilot builds, PPAP, and ramp-up by resolving build issues and incorporating feedback into design revisions.
• Communicates effectively with global cross-functional teams.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering discipline.
• 0-3 years of design experience in consumer, industrial, or electromechanical products (internship and co-op experience considered).
• Experience with 3D CAD (Creo / SolidWorks / NX or equivalent).
• Basic understanding of engineering drawings and GD&T.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, results-driven product development environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Internship or co-op experience in product development or manufacturing.
• Familiarity with injection molding, sheet metal, die casting, machining, or other manufacturing processes.
• Hands-on mechanical aptitude.
• Experience with prototype assembly and product testing.

Travel

Up to 25% travel (International and Domestic)