Project and Product Designer

What You'll Do

• Evaluate and analyze product requirements, objectives, constraints, and performance expectations.
• Assist in developing technical and functional specifications for mechanical products and components.
• Identify appropriate materials, manufacturing processes, and design solutions that align with product requirements and cost objectives.
• Maintain injection mold tooling status documentation and injection mold processing spreadsheets.
• Prepare technical documentation, including design specifications, manufacturing instructions, and engineering drawings.
• Utilize SolidWorks and other design and modeling tools to create mechanical parts, assemblies, and conceptual product designs.
• Develop innovative product concepts that can be effectively and efficiently manufactured.
• Conduct simulations, prototype testing, and product evaluations to assess safety, reliability, functionality, and performance.
• Support plastic processing activities on injection molding equipment as needed.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams throughout the product development lifecycle.
• Manage projects from concept development and scope definition through production implementation and customer delivery.
• Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Design or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience designing injection molded plastic products.
• Working knowledge of injection molding principles and plastic manufacturing processes.
• Proven project management experience leading products from initial planning through customer delivery.
• Proficiency with SolidWorks, Microsoft Office, and Adobe Illustrator.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and technical problem-solving capabilities.
• Excellent analytical, critical thinking, and decision-making skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while managing multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to maintain accurate records and documentation.
• Team-oriented mindset with a collaborative and adaptable approach.
• Willingness to learn new technologies, processes, and manufacturing methods.