Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering from an ABET-accredited program
5+ years of experience in mechanical product design and/or manufacturing, emphasizing Design for Manufacturability (DFM)
Proficient in 3D solid modeling and drawing creation with over 5,000 hours of experience, preferably using SolidWorks; experienced in CAD tools and Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) systems
Demonstrated success in product teardowns, value engineering (VAVE), cost-reduction initiatives, and applying lean manufacturing principles to influence design-driven cost efficiency
Proven project management ability with experience leading medium to large-scale initiatives; PMP certification is a strong plus
This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship (H1B, OPT/CPT, TN etc)
Responsibilities
Design innovative products that align with high-volume manufacturing capabilities, collaborating closely with Product Management, Operations, and Quality teams
Create and revise engineering drawings, CAD models, and documentation to support both new product development and improvements to existing products
Resolve manufacturing design issues and implement design changes using the ECR/ECN process
Build and maintain engineering bills of materials (BOMs) in SAP, while coordinating with Designers to ensure accurate documentation
Collaborate with the Operations team to estimate product costs and develop cost-effective design solutions
Adhere to formal New Product Development (NPD) processes by conducting DFMEAs and creating DVP&Rs to ensure robust and risk-mitigated designs
Conduct and document engineering design reviews, including the preparation of presentations and technical analysis
Lead cross-functional phase gate reviews to verify that all project deliverables meet defined specifications and quality standards