Design Engineer I

Techtronic Industries - TTI; Anderson (SC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

401(k) plan

Medical coverage

Paid vacation

Job summary

TTI Consumer Power Tools, Inc. in Anderson, SC, is seeking a Design Engineer I - New Product Development Engineering (Outdoor Power Equipment) to join the engineering team and drive early-stage design through production.

The role collaborates with cross-functional groups to create robust CAD models, perform tolerance analyses, support validation, and ensure manufacturability while meeting cost and quality targets.

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• 0–3 years design experience in consumer, industrial, or electromechanical products (internship and co‑op experience considered).
• Experience with 3D CAD (Creo / SolidWorks / NX or equivalent) and GD&T.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Designs components and systems from concept through production release.
• Creates 3D CAD models and 2D drawings with GD&T, specs, and tolerances.
• Performs tolerance analyses and supports design verification and validation testing.
• Collaborates with Product Management, Manufacturing, Sourcing, and QA across global teams.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Communication

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Education

BS in Mechanical Engineering

Related engineering discipline

Tools

Creo

SolidWorks

NX

Job description

Job Description

TTI Consumer Power Tools, Inc., has an opening in its Anderson, SC office for a Design Engineer I - New Product Development Engineering (Outdoor Power Equipment).

We offer competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package -- tuition assistance, 401(k), medical/dental/vision coverage, vacation and holidays.

The Design Engineer I supports the design and development of outdoor power equipment (OPE) systems and components. Working under the guidance of senior engineers and engineering leadership, this role contributes to product development from concept through production by creating detailed designs, supporting prototype builds, conducting testing, and assisting with product validation. The Design Engineer II builds upon technical skills while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high‑quality, manufacturable products.

Key Job Functions & Responsibilities

Technical Design Ownership

• Supports the design and development for assigned components, sub‑assemblies, or systems from concept, layout, and detailed CAD through validation and production release.
• Develops and maintains 3D CAD models, 2D drawings, GD&T, tolerance stacks, and specifications to ensure functional performance, regulatory compliance, durability, safety, and manufacturability.
• Ability to analyze problems and provide design trade‑off analyses (performance, cost, weight, manufacturability, reliability) and documents rationale for design decisions.
• Applies structured problem‑solving methods to resolve design issues, field failures, and manufacturing concerns.
• Learns and applies sound engineering principles while developing technical judgment.

Design for Manufacturing, Cost, and Quality

• Designs components with consideration for manufacturability, assembly, quality, and cost.
• Works with manufacturing engineering, sourcing, quality, and suppliers to understand the processes and design constraints.
• Supports value engineering and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensures designs comply with internal standards, regulatory requirements, and applicable UL / ANSI / CSA / ISO expectations.

Verification & Validation

• Supports DFMEA inputs, design risks, and mitigation strategies for designs.
• Supports the development and execution of design verification plans including tolerance validation, stress analysis, durability testing, environmental testing, and abuse testing.
• Uses data‑driven test results to refine designs and confirm requirements are met with appropriate margin.
• Supporting engineering change documentation and product release activities.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Collaborates with Product Management to understand customer requirements and product objectives.
• Supports Manufacturing Engineering during pilot builds, PPAP, and ramp‑up by resolving build issues and incorporating feedback into design revisions.
• Communicates effectively with global cross‑functional teams.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering discipline.
• 0-3 years of design experience in consumer, industrial, or electromechanical products (internship and co‑op experience considered).
• Experience with 3D CAD (Creo / SolidWorks / NX or equivalent).
• Basic understanding of engineering drawings and GD&T.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, results‑driven product development environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with new product development and manufacturing.
• Experience with injection molding, sheet metal, die casting, machining, or other manufacturing processes.
• Hands‑on mechanical aptitude.
• Experience with prototype assembly and product testing.

Travel

• Up to 25% travel (International and Domestic)