Design Engineer

Clopay Corporation; Mason (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Clopay Corporation in Mason, Ohio, is seeking a Design Engineer to maintain engineering standards, extend product lines, and drive cost reductions. You will model parts with Inventor, analyze designs, and collaborate with production, marketing, and customers.

The role requires an engineering degree (ME/ME tech) with CAD proficiency, hands-on tooling experience, and strong problem-solving abilities. On-site position with opportunity to impact door solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or associate degree in mechanical engineering or engineering tech.
• Proficient with 3D CAD (Inventor) and MS Office.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on shop tools experience.

Responsibilities

• Maintain engineering standards and drawings through ECOs.
• Complete line extensions to expand product offering.
• Work with Production and Strategic Manufacturing on DFM.
• Collaborate with Strategic Marketing to launch new products.
• Complete Special Requests beyond standard engineering scope.
• Use Inventor to create 3D models of parts/assemblies.
• Perform physical and theoretical analysis/testing of parts/systems.
• Identify and implement cost reductions and product improvements.
• Provide support for internal/external customers as needed.
• Participate in design reviews and brainstorming with other engineers.
• Complete projects individually or with teammates.

Skills

High Mechanical Aptitude

Hand tools knowledge

Motors & electrical control knowledge

Education

Associates or Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Technology

EIT preferred

Tools

AutoDesk Inventor

Microsoft Office

Job description

Open the Door to Your Future with Clopay Corporation & CornellCookson

At Clopay Corporation, we are more than just North America’s largest residential and commercial garage door manufacturer—we are a powerhouse of innovation, safety, and design. Through our premier brands, we lead the industry in providing groundbreaking high-performance closure solutions for both the places people call home and the spaces where the world does business.

Headquartered in Mason, Ohio, and operating state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities in Troy, Ohio, Russia, Ohio, Mountaintop, Pennsylvania, and Goodyear, Arizona, we are a proud American-owned company and a wholly owned subsidiary of Griffon Corporation. Our reach extends across 55+ distribution centers and thousands of retail locations in the U.S. and Canada ensuring that we deliver the right door for every opening – from homes to businesses and beyond. By joining our team, you become part of a legacy that blends the residential elegance of Clopay, known as "America’s Favorite Garage Doors," with the industrial strength and 180-year heritage of our rolling brands, Cornell and Cookson. Together, we secure everything from family garages to the world’s most iconic stadiums and skyscrapers.

We currently have an opening for a Design Engineer in our Mason, Ohio location.

Responsibilities include:

• Maintain engineering standards and drawings through Engineering Change Orders (ECOs).
• Complete line extensions to expand product offering.
• Work with Production and Strategic Manufacturing on Design for Manufacturing (DFM).
• Work with Strategic Marketing and Marketing to effectively launch new product offerings.
• Complete Special Requests for jobs that cannot be processed within the scope of engineering standards and system programs.
• Use parametric CAD (Inventor) to create 3D models of parts and assemblies using a variety of manufacturing materials & processes including sheet metal, structural steel, welding, casting, and roll forming.
• Perform physical and theoretical analysis and testing on parts and systems.
• Identify and implement cost reductions and product improvements.
• Provide support as required for customers, both internal and external.
• Participate in design reviews and brainstorming activities with other design engineers.
• Complete projects individually or in collaboration with other design engineers.

Qualifications:

• Associates or Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or other similar degree program
• Proficient in AutoDesk Inventor or similar 3D parametric modeling software
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Product Suite
• High Mechanical Aptitude
• Working knowledge of hand tools and basic shop tools
• EIT preferred.
• Working knowledge of motors and electrical control equipment preferred.

Why Choose a Career with Us?

We don't just manufacture doors; we engineer the "front door" of the American dream and the security of global commerce. At Clopay, we believe our strength lies in our people. From our design engineers to our manufacturing associates and delivery drivers, every member of the team plays a vital role in our success.

Our team members thrive because we prioritize:

• Unrivaled Scale: Work for a market leader with a massive manufacturing footprint and a reputation for excellence that spans nearly two centuries.
• A Culture of "What’s Next": We invest heavily in automation, sustainable materials, and smart-home integration to stay ahead of the curve.
• Commitment to People: As a Griffon Corporation company, we provide the stability of a large organization with the tight-knit, collaborative feel of a specialized craft team.
• A Legacy of Expertise: Join our "Pioneer Club"—a group of over 440 employees who have been with us for 20 years or more. We offer the stability of a market leader and a place where you can truly grow a lifelong career.
• Commitment to Innovation: We aren’t just keeping up with industry trends; we’re setting them. Whether it’s our exclusive WINDCODE® technology or our award-winning designs, we provide the tools for you to do your best work.
• Community Focused: Our success is linked to the well-being of our neighbors and communities. Through our partnership with Habitat for Humanity, Clopay employees help provide homes and security to families in the communities where we live and work.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Disclaimer: "This posting does not constitute a contract or guarantee of employment or compensation. Compensation ranges and employment terms are subject to change at the company’s discretion based on skills, experience, qualifications, internal equity, market conditions and geographical location."

"The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work to be performed. The above statements are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of the incumbent in this position. Management retains the discretion to add to or change the duties of the position at any time.”