Product Design Engineer - Mechanical

Department: Machine Division (MAC)  |  Employment Type: Full Time  |  Location: Waco, Manufacturing and Rebuild

About the role

The Product Design Engineer (Mechanical) will create and analyze structural designs and technical documentation for Holt Manufacturing products. The position manages designs from initial concept through completion and models daily practices of aligning with the company’s mission and core values, collaborating with internal and external resources, and pursuing self‑development.

Responsibilities

• Lead reviews of project technical specifications with engineering and operations teams to develop and define product concepts.
• Define structural specifications, loading limits, stress and fatigue points through analysis.
• Modify drawings to incorporate customer, manufacturing, and technical changes.
• Create or modify Holt Manufacturing product designs and technical documents (BOM, product support procedures).
• Review and verify product designs and bill of materials with operations to ensure safety, manufacturability, and quality objectives are met.
• Apply knowledge of design and manufacturability across a variety of Holt Manufacturing products.
• Assist in creating or modifying fixturing, jigs, and tooling.
• Work safely at all times and adhere to all applicable safety policies, company policies, procedures, and standards.
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

• Technical knowledge of mechanical engineering, including mechanisms, hydraulics, pneumatics, and thermal systems.
• Strong SolidWorks background focusing on sheet‑metal parts, structural weldments, FEA simulation, and PDM.
• Experience in water or fuel tank design and applicable UL standards.
• Ability to create design and support documentation.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint) for producing spreadsheets, documents, forms, tables, and presentations.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent analytical, critical‑thinking, and problem‑solving abilities.
• Highly organized, detail‑oriented, and capable of managing multiple projects.
• Interpersonal skills to build relationships across departments and organizational levels.
• Ability to present information and respond to questions from managers, coworkers, and internal/external customers.
• Capability to work independently and as part of a team.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Mechanical Engineering (BSME) required.
• Minimum five years of product design experience; seven years preferred.
• Proficiency with SolidWorks, ProE, AutoCAD, ANSYS, or similar tools.
• Experience with NRTL standard compliance and certification.

Physical Requirements

This position involves extended periods in a stationary position with occasional movement within the office to access machinery, file cabinets, etc. Frequent communication with others is required, and the role is performed in close physical proximity to other people.

Work Environment

The job is performed in a professional office environment with environmentally controlled conditions, as well as in manufacturing areas around fabrication and assembly operations. Essential functions are performed near other people, often at a fast pace with unscheduled interruptions.

Travel

Travel is not expected for this position.