Design Engineer

L.A. Darling Company LLC; Paragould (AR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) retirement plan

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

L.A. Darling Company LLC, part of Marmon Holdings under Berkshire Hathaway, seeks a Product Design Engineer to develop and maintain product designs for assigned customer accounts.

Responsibilities include continuous improvement, new product development, and ECN control to ensure profitable, manufacturable solutions. The role emphasizes collaboration with Sales, Marketing, and Manufacturing Engineering to meet customer requirements and improve margins while delivering high-quality fixtures and

Qualifications

• B.S. degree in Engineering.
• 1 to 3 years of related experience.
• Minimum of 3 years’ design or design drafting experience in a related field, preferred.

Responsibilities

• Creative product design through customer input.
• Development of designs which can be manufactured and sold at prices which will return an acceptable profit margin.
• Coordinate design activities within a cross-functional team environment.
• Interaction with prototype technicians in designing and testing with Prototype Technicians store fixtures per needs of the customer.
• Interface with Sales, Marketing, and the customer to accurately define and document the customer’s fixture requirements.
• Design product in cooperation with Manufacturing Engineering to ensure product can be efficiently manufactured with existing LA Darling capability.
• Develop product designs which deliver customer satisfaction as measured by design success rate and product margins and utilize existing manufacturing process capabilities.
• Meet personal CIP goal and assist in departmental goal accomplishment.
• Manage and successfully complete on schedule assigned special projects and meet design activity timetables at a 95% compliance rate.
• Integrate existing products into new designs where possible.
• Facilitate product introduction by providing manufacturing support on the first production run and provide design engineering support to the manufacturing plant.
• Meet goals of VA/VE processes assigned on annual basis.

Education

B.S. degree in Engineering

Job description

About L.A. Darling Company LLC

L.A. Darling Company LLC is part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings which is backed by Berkshire Hathaway, where you’ll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We’re committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone’s empowered to be their best. Since 1897, L.A. Darling has been at the forefront of designing and manufacturing custom retail displays and fixtures that enhance shopper engagement and drive profitability. Our comprehensive services include rapid prototyping, efficient production, and installation, turning your vision into reality.

What You’ll Do

The Product Design Engineer will develop and maintain product designs for a defined group of customer accounts. Activities will include product design, Continuous Improvement performance goal attainment, new product development, and Engineering Change Number (ECN) control management.

Key Responsibilities

• Creative product design through customer input.
• Development of designs which can be manufactured and sold at prices which will return an acceptable profit margin.
• Coordinate design activities within a cross-functional team environment.
• Interaction with prototype technicians in designing and testing with Prototype Technicians store fixtures per needs of the customer.
• Interface with Sales, Marketing, and the customer to accurately define and document the customer’s fixture requirements.
• Design product in cooperation with Manufacturing Engineering to ensure product can be efficiently manufactured with existing LA Darling capability.
• Develop product designs which deliver customer satisfaction as measured by design success rate and product margins and utilize existing manufacturing process capabilities.
• Meet personal CIP goal and assist in departmental goal accomplishment.
• Manage and successfully complete on schedule assigned special projects and meet design activity timetables at a 95% compliance rate.
• Integrate existing products into new designs where possible.
• Facilitate product introduction by providing manufacturing support on the first production run and provide design engineering support to the manufacturing plant.
• Meet goals of VA/VE processes assigned on annual basis.

What You’ll Bring

• B.S. degree in Engineering
• 1 to 3 years of related experience
• Minimum of 3 years’ design or design drafting experience in a related field, preferred.

What You’ll Gain

• Competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, including: Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement

Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class.

Welcome to the biggest small business you’ll ever find.

Part of Berkshire Hathaway, Marmon is a global industrial organization made of 11 industry groups with 30K employees and $12 billion in annual revenue. As leaders in their respective industries, our 120+ companies thrive on an independent mindset and entrepreneurial spirit. At the same time, they benefit from being part of our industry groups where they’re able to tap into the expertise and insights of other Marmon companies. While we’re all unique, we all share a common commitment to doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. When you work at Marmon, you're advancing our everyday world and beyond. Our engineering solutions help millions around the world stay connected, healthy, and safe. Wherever you're at in your career, our people and resources will help you go further. As you grow your skills, you can also move up and around our 120+ companies. Work at a place you can stand behind. We show up to win every day, uphold the highest ethical standards, and always look to put each other in the best position to win.