Designer

About the role

The Designer/Drafter role in the New Product Development team focuses on transforming initial concepts into fully realized, manufacturable product designs. You will collaborate closely with engineers and cross-functional partners to guide new products from early idea through prototype, pilot, and release to production. You will create accurate, well-structured design documentation that meets industry standards and internal requirements, directly influencing product performance, manufacturability, cost, and overall project success. This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Seven Hills, OH.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the Lead Project Engineer and cross-functional team members to translate product requirements into prototype and pilot designs.
• Utilize 3D CAD software, such as PTC Creo, to develop digital models that support faster and more efficient development cycles.
• Create detailed 3D models and engineering drawings based on concepts, sketches, or legacy designs, with a strong emphasis on manufacturability and quality.
• Design sheet metal components using both 2D and 3D tools, ensuring appropriate tolerances and fit are achieved for reliable production.
• Recommend efficient assembly and fabrication methods to optimize designs for cost, production feasibility, and ease of manufacturing.
• Support technical and design reviews by presenting or assisting in the presentation of design models and documentation, ensuring alignment with internal processes and standards.
• Prepare complete documentation packages for release to manufacturing, including detailed drawings, bills of materials (BOMs), and machine files.
• Manage and maintain accurate bills of materials, ensuring that all components, revisions, and configurations are correctly documented.
• Interpret engineering sketches and technical specifications to develop precise design solutions that meet performance and compliance requirements.
• Collaborate with a team of engineers on highly customizable products, contributing to projects that typically span from six months to two years in duration.

Skills

• 8 years of experience developing and creating new products, preferably in the electro-mechanical or electrical-mechanical product space.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD modeling, including experience with tools such as PTC Creo.
• Experience in both 2D and 3D modeling software for mechanical design.
• Strong experience in mechanical design and new product development.
• Hands-on experience with 3D modeling and a solid understanding of manufacturing processes for mechanical and electrical components.
• Strong understanding of bill of materials (BOM) preparation, structuring, and ongoing management.
• Ability to accurately interpret engineering sketches, drawings, and technical specifications.
• Ability to design sheet metal components with appropriate tolerances using 2D and 3D tools.
• (Nice to Have) Experience using PTC Creo for 3D CAD modeling.
• (Nice to Have) Experience with SolidWorks or similar 3D CAD tools.
• (Nice to Have) Experience working on electro-mechanical products and systems.
• (Nice to Have) Experience supporting technical and design reviews by preparing and presenting 3D models and drawings.

Benefits

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Pay

$31.00 - $36.00/hr