Design Engineer

Job Title: Design Engineer Department: Engineering Reports To: Group Lead Location: Triton Metal Products, Hamilton, IN Day shift: 6 a.m.- 4 p.m

Role:

Highly skilled, hands-on Design Engineer who thrives in a dynamic manufacturing environment. This individual will be instrumental in elevating our design processes to world-class standards through innovation, process optimization, and a strong commitment to quality and safety. The ideal candidate is a proactive problem-solver, a collaborative team player, and a technically adept engineer who is passionate about both design and continuous improvement. Leadership and Behavior

• Leads by example.
• A living example of The Triton Way
• Data and fact driven decision maker.
• Effectively Leads multiple projects simultaneously through strong time management skills.
• Strong communication skills within all levels of the corporation.
• Ability to build strong team comradery.
• Ability to rapidly problem solve and delegate tasks
• Willingness to hold others accountable and take ownership in their work

Key Responsibilities:

General Engineering Leadership

• Champion world-class design practices through:
• Implementation of robust print and model control processes
• Development and maintenance of bulletproof revision control systems
• Defined, documented, and organized file structures
• Strategic automation of repetitive tasks and processes
• Continuous research and adoption of emerging technologies
• Prioritize safety in all design considerations and activities
• Act as a key knowledge leader by training others on best practices, tools, and technologies
• Maintain a relentless focus on delivering high-quality outputs for internal and external stakeholders, including:
• R&D Teams
• Welders and Fabricators
• Customers and Client Engineers
• Core member of the APQP (Advanced Product Quality Planning) team
• Capable of basic welding and fixture assembly; willingness to improve hands-on skills as needed
• Actively participates in:
• Daily floor huddles for improved communication and transparency
• Weekly engineering sync-ups to update team on high-impact projects
• Develop deep understanding and proficiency with BOM (Bill of Materials) and router creation processes in Triton’s systems

Key Attributes Technical Aptitude & Ownership

• Strong mechanical aptitude with a deep understanding of manufacturing processes
• Owns projects from concept through completion; ensures milestones are met and deliverables are achieved

Discipline & Execution

• Performs well in fast-paced, rapidly changing environments
• Prioritizes tasks effectively, makes data-driven decisions, and executes with urgency
• Maintains focus, avoids distractions, and consistently moves multiple projects forward
• Always prepared for meetings, updates, and cross-functional collaborations

Communication & Humility

• Communicates effectively across all levels; tactfully delivers ideas and feedback
• Comfortable presenting to groups; values transparency and clarity
• Embraces feedback and suggestions to continuously improve outcomes

Problem Solving & Innovation

• Fast and effective problem solver grounded in facts and data
• Open-minded and flexible, willing to challenge the status quo
• Actively seeks input from others and encourages collaborative iteration

Growth Mindset

• Eager to take on challenges and adapt to change
• Pursues personal and professional growth through continuous learning
• Immerses in fabrication processes to better align design with production realities

Responsiveness

• Reacts quickly to floor-related issues involving prints, models, or fixtures
• Provides immediate hands-on support to address and resolve design-related challenges

Fixture and Product Design

• Lead development of Triton’s internal design process, structure, and project timelines
• Support customer-facing design projects with a focus on:
• Statement of Work (SOW) creation
• Deliverable and milestone definition
• Work breakdown and assignment
• Development of quoting and estimation processes
• Value Analysis / Value Engineering (VAVE) strategies
• Translate customer requirements into multiple design iterations; lead design reviews and obtain approvals
• Conduct Finite Element Analysis (FEA) to validate design integrity
• Balance competing design constraints (cost, complexity, user experience) to deliver innovative, effective solutions
• Professionally interface with customers; establish Triton as a strategic partner
• Identify process improvement opportunities within customer workflows and designs

Technical Design and Documentation

• Design components, assemblies, weldments, fixtures, and gauges for both internal and external use
• Translate complex design challenges into actionable engineering requirements
• Develop and oversee test plans and design validation criteria
• Establish and manage project milestones; hold team members accountable to timelines
• Continuously push for precision, repeatability, and speed in all designs and build activities
• Maintain performance metrics to validate design process improvements

Prints, Models, and Digital Assets

• Act as company expert in GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing)
• Train team members on Triton print standards and best practices
• Maintain and update all training materials related to print and model workflows
• Perform model-to-print verification on all new parts and Engineering Change Orders (ECOs)
• Initiate and manage the engineering checklist as part of APQP procedures
• Expert in SolidWorks; proficient in SolidWorks Simulation and Composer
• Champion precision, standardization, and repeatability in all digital assets
• Lead the implementation of clean file structures and rigorous revision control practices
• Recommend and spearhead new initiatives to improve efficiency and accuracy in model and print workflows

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Design Engineering, Industrial Design, or related field
• 3+ years in a Design Engineering role within a manufacturing environment
• Proficiency with SolidWorks (CAD, Simulation, Composer), GD&T, and FEA tools
• Preferred experience with welding, fixture design, and shop floor collaboration
• Experience with APQP and continuous improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma, etc.)

Benefits:

• Performance & attendance bonuses (if applicable).
• Medical, dental, vision, & life insurance at 60 days.
• 401(k) with company match after 60 days.
• Paid holidays & vacation.
• Personal time.
• Weekly pay.
• Snap pay.

Why Join Us?

• We invest in your growth with on-the-job training and development
• Clear paths for promotion and advancement
• Be part of a team that makes a meaningful difference in lives

If you have any questions, please call 260-488-1800. Join the team that makes a meaningful difference in lives!