Design Engineer

The Design Engineer is responsible for designing customer-specified products and ensuring all designs comply with applicable codes, standards, and industry requirements. This position requires strong technical expertise in engineering principles, CAD software, and engineering calculation tools. The Design Engineer collaborates with customers, production teams, and internal departments to develop practical, cost-effective, and compliant product solutions. This position reports directly to the Director-Engineering. Key

Responsibilities

Engineering Design & Analysis · Review and interpret specifications, blueprints, bills of material, and written or verbal requirements to determine project feasibility. · Design, draft, and create layouts for products and assemblies using CAD software. · Perform engineering calculations, including stress and performance analyses, to support product quotations and designs. · Prepare detailed engineering submittals, including calculations, drawings, and product certifications. · Ensure designs meet applicable industry standards, codes, and customer requirements. Customer & Project Support · Communicate directly with customers regarding new or existing product designs. · Provide technical guidance and recommendations related to product performance and design feasibility. · Supply complete engineering details and documentation to the Customer Service Department during order entry. Documentation & Product Management · Interpret and develop bills of material (BOMs) for products and assemblies. · Maintain accurate design records, calculations, and engineering documentation. · Participate in engineering reviews and design evaluations. Cross-Functional Collaboration · Serve as a liaison between Engineering and other departments regarding design issues, process improvements, and product development. · Confer with management and other team members to resolve technical challenges. · Work collaboratively in a team environment to achieve company objectives and solve problems. · Leadership & Oversight · Provide guidance, training, and technical support to team members as needed. · Participate in departmental initiatives and continuous improvement efforts. · Monitor workload status and communicate project progress, concerns, and priorities to management. Travel

Requirements

· Travel is required up to 25% and may include visits to other company facilities, suppliers, customers, or training events as business needs require. Required

Qualifications

· Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from an accredited college or university. Preferred

Qualifications

· Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) certification. · Professional Engineer (PE) license Physical Demands · Perform movements such as climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling. · Must be able to lift and/or move up to 20 pounds as needed. · Requires close vision, peripheral vision, and the ability to adjust focus. · Must be able to stand for the duration of the entire shift. · Frequent use of hands to finger, handle, and feel. Reasoning Ability · Ability to apply common sense understanding when carrying out instructions provided in written, oral, or diagram form. · Ability to create, read, and accurately interpret documents. · Strong problem-solving skills, including the ability to manage situations involving multiple variables in various contexts. Safety Responsibilities · Comply with all company safety policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements at all times. · Promote and maintain a safe, clean, and organized work environment. · Immediately report all injuries, incidents, near misses, and property damage to supervision. · Identify workplace hazards and take appropriate action to eliminate or reduce risks. Important · Any employee who does not understand any portion of the job description for this position needs to bring that fact to their manager’s attention so they can provide further work performance or safety instructions, as needed.

· This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities which are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, at any time, with or without notice.