Design Engineer — ESOP, Bonus & Generous PTO

Leer Inc.; Wisconsin; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly Bonus Program

Generous Paid Time Off

Health Insurance (subsidized)

Short-Term Disability Insurance

Long-Term Disability Insurance

Life Insurance

Shoe stipend for steel toes

Cares Program – up to 50% off fitness

Community involvement hours

Job summary

Leer Inc. is seeking a Design Engineer to drive full lifecycle product design, from concept to manufacturing. You will develop improvements, validate designs, and partner with suppliers and production to meet cost and timeline targets.

The role requires a strong foundation in engineering, CAD (SolidWorks), and manufacturing processes, with a readiness to travel up to 10% internationally and contribute to a fast-paced, results-driven team.

Qualifications

• Engineering foundation: Bachelor of Science in engineering related field, or equivalent experience with at least 2 years product design experience.
• Manufacturing fluency: Deep understanding of manufacturing processes incl. sheet metal fabrication, stampings, aluminum and steel weldments, and precision machining.
• CAD expertise: Advanced proficiency in 3D solid modeling; SolidWorks experience preferred.
• Project agility: Thrive in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple projects with strict deadlines.
• Problem-solving mindset: Demonstrated skills in engineering project management and organizational efficiency.
• Technical extras: Experience with Refrigeration, Electro-Mechanical design, or Lean Manufacturing is a major plus.
• Global mindset: Strong interpersonal skills and willingness to travel up to 10% internationally.
• Must be results-driven: Self-motivated with a track record of meeting delivery milestones.
• Soft skills: Ability to build strong working relationships across all levels of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Drive the full life cycle of new product designs, subassemblies, and components.
• Develop product improvements as product line extensions or value engineering cost savings.
• Calculate and validate critical mechanical and/or electrical design parameters ensuring safe, reliable and cost-effective designs.
• Collaborate with product development team, consultants, suppliers, and manufacturing to develop concepts and implement designs into production.
• Prepare 3D CAD models and drawings for components and assemblies.
• Create and maintain manufacturing documentation including BOMs, drawings, and work instructions.
• Support production to achieve safety, quality, productivity, and cost improvements.
• Contribute to a collaborative team environment by supporting cross-functional initiatives.

Skills

Engineering foundations

Manufacturing fluency

CAD proficiency

Project agility

Problem-solving mindset

Technical extras

Global mindset

results-driven

soft skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent experience

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Leer Inc. is seeking a Design Engineer to drive full lifecycle product design, from concept to manufacturing. You will develop improvements, validate designs, and partner with suppliers and production to meet cost and timeline targets.

The role requires a strong foundation in engineering, CAD (SolidWorks), and manufacturing processes, with a readiness to travel up to 10% internationally and contribute to a fast-paced, results-driven team.