Design Engineer - CAD & Product Innovation (Stainless Carts)

Lakeside Manufacturing, Inc.; West Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Lakeside Manufacturing, Inc. is seeking a motivated Design Engineer to join our Engineering team in Wisconsin.

Under the direction of the Engineering Manager, this role designs new or modified products and develops changes to our standard line while meeting specifications, production and customer delivery requirements. You will create buildable 3D models from sales input, communicate design intent to manufacturing, and support DF(M) via ECR and CI initiatives.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; 2- or 4-year degree preferred in engineering or related field.
• 1–3 years of engineering or design experience; sheet metal experience is a plus.
• Proficiency with SolidWorks 3D and CAD tools.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Demonstrated leadership competencies and collaborative skills.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret engineering drawings.

Responsibilities

• Review and interpret customer specifications to create accurate production drawings using SolidWorks 3D.
• Produce buildable 3D models based on sales input and communicate design intent to manufacturing teams.
• Support design for manufacturability through ECR and CI initiatives.
• Utilize CAD techniques to perform design work, including calculations, material selection, and construction methods.
• Prepare sketches, layouts, drawings, specifications, and other pertinent design data.
• Collaborate with fabrication, welding, and assembly teams to resolve design or production challenges.
• Participate on cross-functional teams to address manufacturing, design, and quality issues.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Engineering design

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

2- or 4-year engineering degree preferred

High school diploma or GED required

Tools

SolidWorks 3D

CAD software

Job description

Lakeside Manufacturing, Inc. is seeking a motivated Design Engineer to join our Engineering team in Wisconsin.

Under the direction of the Engineering Manager, this role designs new or modified products and develops changes to our standard line while meeting specifications, production and customer delivery requirements. You will create buildable 3D models from sales input, communicate design intent to manufacturing, and support DF(M) via ECR and CI initiatives.