Design Engineer

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate proficiency in the use of design software to create complex drawings and models
• Conceive, design, and initiate new products
• Demonstrate in-depth understanding of product design
• Responsible for creating original styling designs for company products that meet product function and use requirements
• Create CAD models of components using current and accepted practices and procedures
• Confer with engineering and other staff to determine design modifications for product improvement
• Ensure compliance with the industry’s safety standards
• Perform calculations and computer simulations (FEA) to verify functionality of parts
• Execute concept development activities with guidance from peers
• Provide concepts that are manufacturable, cost effective, and meet all other requirements established by engineering team/product manager
• Reverse engineer existing items or products
  • 3D Printing
  • 3D Scanning

Qualifications

• Proven experience using CAD Software; knowledge of SolidWorks is a plus
• Previous experience as a design engineer (min. 2 years) 
• Must have strong attention to detail
• Previous automotive industry employment a plus
• Strong mechanical and manufacturing aptitude
• Automotive enthusiast a plus
• Proficient in accurate use of micrometers, calipers, and other measuring tools
• Excellent verbal, written, and platform communication skills

Benefits