Design Engineer

AtWork Personnel | Charlotte East; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Life and AD&D insurance

Disability insurance

Job summary

AtWork Personnel | Charlotte East seeks a Design Engineer to join a growing engineering and manufacturing team focused on fuel, oil, and water connection systems, tubing, and electrical harnesses for motorsports and aerospace.

The role emphasizes design, development, testing, and improvement of products to meet customer requirements, quality standards, cost targets, and performance expectations. Strong hands-on manufacturing knowledge and 3D CAD experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field.
• Experience with 3D CAD software; SolidWorks preferred.
• Knowledge of engineering principles, manufacturing processes, and product design.
• Experience maintaining or implementing quality management systems.
• Ability to interpret technical requirements and develop practical engineering solutions.
• Strong analytical, mathematical, and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to think critically, evaluate alternatives, and develop innovative solutions.
• Hands‑on aptitude and familiarity with product assembly and manufacturing processes.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop innovative product and process designs that meet requirements for performance, cost, reliability, and delivery timelines.
• Design, evaluate, and test products, components, and assemblies to ensure functionality and quality.
• Research and develop new product concepts and improve existing products and processes.
• Conduct design analyses and review manufacturing processes to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Evaluate industry standards, emerging technologies, and engineering trends to optimize product performance and efficiency.
• Develop, document, and maintain manufacturing standards, work instructions, and production methods.
• Troubleshoot product and design issues and recommend effective solutions.
• Collaborate with customers and internal engineering and manufacturing teams to understand requirements and deliver appropriate design solutions.
• Support product assembly, manufacturing, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure designs meet applicable engineering specifications, quality requirements, and customer expectations.

Skills

3D CAD design

SolidWorks

Engineering principles

Quality management systems

Analytical problem solving

Communication and collaboration

Manufacturing knowledge

Hands-on manufacturing experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

CAD modelling software

Quality management software

Manufacturing documentation systems

Job description

We are seeking a Design Engineer to join a growing engineering and manufacturing team specializing in fuel, oil, and water connection systems, tubing, and electrical harnesses for a variety of industries, including motorsports and aerospace.

This role focuses on the design, development, testing, and improvement of products and systems, ensuring they meet customer requirements, quality standards, cost targets, and performance expectations. The ideal candidate has a strong engineering background, hands‑on manufacturing knowledge, and experience with 3D CAD design software.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop innovative product and process designs that meet requirements for performance, cost, reliability, and delivery timelines.
• Design, evaluate, and test products, components, and assemblies to ensure functionality and quality.
• Research and develop new product concepts and improve existing products and processes.
• Conduct design analyses and review manufacturing processes to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Evaluate industry standards, emerging technologies, and engineering trends to optimize product performance and efficiency.
• Develop, document, and maintain manufacturing standards, work instructions, and production methods.
• Troubleshoot product and design issues and recommend effective solutions.
• Collaborate with customers and internal engineering and manufacturing teams to understand requirements and deliver appropriate design solutions.
• Support product assembly, manufacturing, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure designs meet applicable engineering specifications, quality requirements, and customer expectations.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field.
• Experience with 3D CAD software; SolidWorks preferred.
• Knowledge of engineering principles, manufacturing processes, and product design.
• Experience maintaining or implementing quality management systems.
• Ability to interpret technical requirements and develop practical engineering solutions.
• Strong analytical, mathematical, and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to think critically, evaluate alternatives, and develop innovative solutions.
• Hands‑on aptitude and familiarity with product assembly and manufacturing processes.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related discipline.
• Previous experience in product design, mechanical design, or manufacturing engineering preferred.
• Experience with CAD modelling, product testing, and design analysis.
• Familiarity with quality systems and manufacturing documentation.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements

• Ability to work on‑site in an engineering and manufacturing environment.
• Ability to stand for extended periods and perform repetitive tasks as needed.
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds.
• Manual dexterity and good hand‑eye coordination for product assembly and testing.

Schedule and Compensation

• Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM
• Work Arrangement: On-site
• Salary: Competitive, based on experience
• Travel: Less than 10%, domestic or international as needed
• Reports To: Director of Engineering
• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life and AD&D insurance
• Short‑term and long‑term disability insurance