Product Design Engineer

Build Products. Solve Problems. See Your Designs Come to Life. Aero Industries is looking for a Product Design Engineer who enjoys designing innovative products and getting out on the shop floor to see them built. This is not a desk-only engineering role. You'll own projects from concept through production, collaborating with manufacturing, quality, purchasing, and sales to develop products, tooling, and fixtures that improve performance and efficiency. If you're the type of engineer who enjoys both CAD modeling and hands-on problem solving, we'd love to meet you. Why Aero?For more than 80 years, Aero Industries has been an industry leader in designing and manufacturing tarp systems and trailer accessories for customers across North America. As a family-owned company headquartered in Indianapolis, we take pride in our quality products, collaborative culture, and commitment to continuous improvement. Our engineers don't just create drawings—they help build the future of our products. What You'll DoAs a Product Design Engineer, you will:Design parts, assemblies, tooling, fixtures, and manufacturing systems using Autodesk InventorCreate detailed engineering drawings, Bills of Material (BOMs), Bills of Operations (BOOs), and engineering documentationDevelop prototypes and validate new product designs through testing and first article inspectionsWork directly on the manufacturing floor to install, troubleshoot, and improve products, tooling, and production processesCollaborate with Manufacturing, Purchasing, Quality, Sales, and Operations throughout the product development processLead Engineering Change Orders (ECOs/ECRs) and support continuous improvement initiativesDesign tooling and fixtures that improve manufacturability, efficiency, and product qualitySupport custom product requests and technical questions from internal teams and customersManage multiple engineering projects from concept through production What We're Looking ForRequired Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Design, or a related engineering discipline5–10 years of product design, manufacturing engineering, or product development experienceProficiency with Autodesk InventorStrong understanding of mechanical design principles and manufacturing processesExcellent analytical, troubleshooting, and project management skillsStrong communication skills and the ability to work cross-functionally Preferred Qualifications:Hands-on experience with welding, machining, robotics, or sheet metal fabricationExperience designing manufacturing tooling and fixturesFamiliarity with Autodesk Vault or another Product Data Management (PDM) systemExperience with aluminum fabrication or truck/trailer productsKnowledge of Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma methodologiesExperience performing basic FEA using Autodesk Inventor What Makes You SuccessfulWe're looking for someone who:Enjoys solving complex engineering challengesLikes being both behind the computer and on the production floorTakes ownership from concept through implementationThrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environmentWorks collaboratively with cross-functional teamsBrings creativity, curiosity, and continuous improvement to every project Working EnvironmentThis position combines office-based engineering work with regular time spent in our manufacturing facility. You'll frequently collaborate with production teams, observe manufacturing processes, and help implement new designs directly on the shop floor.Some travel may be required based on business needs. Why Join Aero?At Aero Industries, you'll have the opportunity to make a visible impact on products used across North America. You'll work alongside experienced professionals in a collaborative environment where your ideas matter and your designs become reality. If you're ready to build innovative products and solve real-world manufacturing challenges, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and help engineer the next generation of products at Aero Industries. Aero Industries, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.