Product Design Engineer - Domestic Case Goods

Responsibilities

• Own the end-to-end engineering process for domestic case goods products, from concept through production and discontinuation
• Create and maintain detailed engineering drawings, solid models, and product specifications based on design concepts or preliminary drafts
• Create and manage Engineering Introduction Orders (EIOs), Bills of Materials (BOMs), and all supporting engineering documentation
• Ensure all product components are accurately itemized with a focus on cost efficiency and manufacturability
• Participate in mock-ups, first builds, and initial production runs; validate compliance with fabrication and assembly standards and implement necessary revisions
• Analyze product margins and identify cost reduction opportunities; present recommendations to leadership
• Troubleshoot design and engineering issues, identifying root causes related to fabrication or assembly challenges
• Create and maintain Material Requirements Planning (MRP) data within Infor and other systems
• Manage engineering revisions through workflow tools and the Engineering Change Order (ECO) process to minimize disruption to manufacturing
• Maintain accuracy and completeness of all engineering records, including BOMs, drawings, and customer service documentation
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, including ASTM and CPSC testing standards, prior to first production
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Product Development, Design, Manufacturing, Fabrication, Assembly, Quality, and Purchasing teams
• Participate in meetings to provide technical insights, procedural guidance, and engineering solutions to improve processes and product performance
• Communicate specifications and technical requirements to internal teams and external partners as needed
• Lead and support product improvement initiatives, product testing, and standardization of components, tooling, and processes
• Stay current with engineering technologies, software updates, and manufacturing methodologies
• Provide training and guidance to team members and cross-functional partners on engineering processes and systems

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field preferred
• 0-2 years of experience in furniture manufacturing or case goods engineering strongly preferred
• Proficiency in CAD software and MRP/ERP systems (Infor experience a plus)
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and cross-functional collaboration skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects with limited supervision