Product Design Engineer

About the role

Dometic is seeking a passionate Design Engineer to join our Sparta, TN team. This position reports to the Engineering Manager and involves product development including design, verification, validation, launch, and support of products and components used in marine sanitation applications.

Responsibilities

• Lead new product design/development activities
• Identify opportunities for current product design improvements, earn approval and then make those improvements happen
• Prepare design documentation for new products and components such as drawings, engineering specifications and test reports
• Design products and components utilizing prescribed tools such as QFD, CAD, DFMA, DFMEA’s in accordance with ISO9001 requirements and procedures
• Perform FEA to ensure designs are stable
• Dimension drawings in accordance with GD&T standards
• Hold design reviews and conduct validation tests (salt spray, lifecycle, tolerance validation)
• Manage Bill of Materials for production assemblies
• Develop and Design test procedures to verify designs/improvements
• Research and develop systems solutions for identified market opportunities
• Develop project plans, coordinate activities and report on project status
• Work in multi-function/new product development teams, including program and product management, manufacturing engineering, supply chain management and production
• Interact with customers and suppliers and represent Dometic Corporation
• Assist in applications support and troubleshooting as required

Qualifications

• In Mechanical or Electro-Mechanical Engineering (other disciplines may be accepted)
• Strong experience in specifying and designing electromechanical systems
• Demonstrated experience in product performance testing and evaluation
• Strong project manager able to support multiple projects simultaneously
• GDT experience/understanding
• Knowledge of plumbing standards (IAPMO, CSA) is an asset
• CFD & FEA knowledge considered an asset
• Proficiency in Solidworks or similar CAD software
• Self-starter and “Can do” attitude a must!

What we offer

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Disability insurance (STD/LTD)
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid maternity/paternity leave
• Tuition assistance
• Membership reimbursement (wholesale club and gym)
• Employee discounts on our incredible products
• Opportunities to make an impact