Design Engineer I

Socket.dev; South Dakota; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Socket.dev in the United States is seeking a Design Engineer I to support Product Development and Operations in designing, testing, and implementing manufactured products. You will prepare parts, drawings, and documentation while collaborating across engineering, manufacturing, and purchasing teams to meet customer needs and project timelines. The role emphasizes design for manufacturability and cross-functional communication.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or related field or equivalent experience.
• Proficient creating parts, assemblies, and drawings with design software i.e. SolidWorks, Inventor, AutoCAD.
• 1–3 years of Engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with welding, sheet metal fabrication, hydraulics or plastics molding is preferred.
• Experience in Agriculture Business a plus.
• Experience with ERP software a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop product designs relating to defined customer needs including adaptation of existing designs to new applications.
• Plan and direct product testing requirements.
• Develop and execute testing procedures to evaluate performance of products and components.
• Perform design for manufacturability reviews, BOM management, and cost evaluations.
• Provide engineering support for Manufacturing, Purchasing, Sales & Marketing.
• Maintain detailed management of engineering documents and related materials.
• Coordinate with Production and Operations to ensure timely completion of development projects.

Skills

SolidWorks

Inventor

AutoCAD

MS Excel

Problem solving

Communication

Education

B.S. in Mechanical Engineering

Related field or equivalent experience

Tools

SolidWorks

Inventor

AutoCAD

Job description

Job Title: Design Engineer I

Department: Product Development

Reporting to: Engineering Division Manager

Position Summary:

The Design Engineer I will provide support to Product Development and Operations staff through a variety of tasks related to the design, development, and implementation of manufactured products.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop product designs relating to defined customer needs including the adaptation of existing designs to new-customer applications.
• Plans and directs product testing requirements, if not previously specified by the customer.
• Develop and execute testing procedures to evaluate the performance of products and components.
• Perform design for manufacturability reviews, Bill of Material management, and cost evaluations.
• Provide engineering support for Manufacturing, Purchasing, Sales & Marketing.
• Maintain detailed management of engineering documents, designs, evaluations, and related materials.
• Coordinate with Production and Operations teams to ensure the timely completion of development projects.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

Education and Experience:

• B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or related field or equivalent experience
• Proficient creating parts, assemblies, and drawings with design software i.e. SolidWorks, Inventor, AutoCAD
• 1 - 3 years of Engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience working in welding, sheet metal fabrication, hydraulics or plastics molding is preferred.
• Experience in Agriculture Business a plus.
• Experience with ERP software a plus.

Other Essential Skills and Abilities:

• Prioritizes and plans work activities efficiently; sets goals and objectives while developing realistic action plans to achieve targets; able to work independently as well as in a team environment.
• Displays original thinking and creativity, strong problem-solving capabilities.
• Analytical and Diagnostic Skills - Methodical in solving problems backed by accurate data and analysis of findings.
• Communication - Speaks clearly and concisely; listens and requests clarification when needed; takes direction well.
• Must be proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Willingness to participate in hands‑on work in a Manufacturing Environment.

Physical Demands:

Position requires the ability to react, move about, install, remove, replace, and lift objects up to 50 lbs. Must be able to exchange information verbally, detect and observe situations, and work with others. Position may require the use of automobiles, ATV's, test equipment, mechanical and electrical devices, tools, and computers. At times you will be required to wear Personal Protective Equipment when entering production areas and working near moving equipment and machinery. May be exposed to noise, dust, and cold/hot temperatures when working in production or prototype areas.

Working Conditions:

Work is generally performed in an office environment with some time spent in production environments. The essential duties and responsibilities, knowledge, skills, abilities, physical demands, and work environment are representative of those that must be met and performed satisfactorily or will be encountered with this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.