Product Engineer

About the role

Join an innovative and dynamic team where creativity and problem-solving drive continuous growth and improvement. This role is pivotal in designing and developing high-quality products by creating detailed 3D CAD models and 2D specification drawings. You will coordinate and occasionally execute prototype and production sample builds to ensure design accuracy and functionality. Reporting to the Engineering Manager, this position requires expertise in AutoCAD 2D, Inventor or SolidWorks 3D modeling, and CNC tool-path software (such as Alphacam). Strong project management skills and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment are essential for success.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop new and current products
• Create 2D & 3D CAD designs and detailed drawings
• Develop CNC tool-path programs and operate CNC routers
• Coordinate and occasionally execute prototype and production sample builds
• Provide support to manufacturing to ensure products are fabricated and assembled based on intended functionality
• Supply information for product quotes, coordinate with vendors, and create engineering drawings to facilitate production changes
• Evaluate proposed engineering changes for impact and feasibility on the product and process
• Develop and improve engineering standards and maintain procedures/processes that support the Sales team and new customers
• Interface with others in the organization and customers to determine customer needs and solutions
• Inspect parts for compliance upon execution of programs
• Complete other duties as assigned by supervisor

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in engineering preferred
• Ability to read and interpret shop drawings/production orders
• Minimum of 3 years experience
• Fluency in AutoCAD 2D, Inventor or SolidWorks 3D/Alphacam
• Strong experience programming CNC routers
• Experience with wood products is preferred
• Strong project management skills
• Understanding of draft angles and molding/molds
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Willingness to be hands-on with materials and processes to learn and adapt
• Ability to perform in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to work in a team environment and give/receive feedback
• Capable of using calipers and other precision measuring instruments