Design Engineer2

Curry-Supply-Company; Hollidaysburg (Blair County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Curry Supply Company in Hollidaysburg, PA is seeking a Design Engineer to develop and maintain detailed 3D models, drawings, and documentation for our machinery products.

The role collaborates with Production, Procurement, and Quality to ensure designs meet manufacturability, quality, and safety standards, from concept through production.

Candidates should have 3+ years of mechanical design experience, SolidWorks proficiency, and hands-on prototyping expertise.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of mechanical design engineering experience in manufacturing.
• Proficiency with SolidWorks and PLM/PDM systems.
• Hands-on product development and prototyping experience.
• Familiarity with GD&T and manufacturing processes.
• Experience creating and managing BOMs and drawings.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed 3D models, drawings, and BOMs for new and existing products.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Production, Procurement, and Quality to ensure design feasibility and manufacturability.
• Apply GD&T and tolerances to designs per industry standards.
• Participate in product development from concept through production release.
• Review and process Engineering Change Requests (ECRs) and ECOs.
• Conduct design reviews to improve performance, reliability, and cost-effectiveness.
• Support prototype builds and testing to validate designs.
• Maintain design files in PDM/PLM systems.
• Provide technical support to manufacturing during product launch and production.

Skills

SolidWorks

CAD Modeling

BOMs

DFM

GD&T

Project management

Cross-functional

Tools

PLM/PDM

Job description

Design Engineer

Curry Supply Company Hollidaysburg, Pennsylvania, United States

Basic Qualifications

Overview: Must be innovative and detail-oriented to support the development, improvement, and customization of products that meet customer and operational requirements. This role is responsible for creating detailed 3D models, engineering drawings, and technical documentation using CAD software, while ensuring designs meet quality, manufacturability, and safety standards. The Design Engineer will work closely with cross-functional teams, including Production, Procurement, and Quality, to bring designs from concept through production.

Experience:

• Minimum of three (3) years’ experience in mechanical design engineering, preferably in a manufacturing environment
• Proficiency in 3D CAD software (SolidWorks preferred) and familiarity with PDM/PLM systems
• Hands‑on experience with product development, prototyping, and engineering change processes

Knowledge:

• Strong understanding of mechanical design principles, materials selection, and manufacturing processes (fabrication, machining, assembly)
• Familiarity with engineering standards, tolerances, and GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing)
• Knowledge of product lifecycle management and documentation control processes

Skills:

• Proficient in SolidWorks or equivalent 3D modeling software
• Skilled in creating accurate engineering drawings, BOMs, and technical documentation
• Capable of analyzing designs for manufacturability, cost-effectiveness, and performance

Interpersonal:

• Strong communication skills for collaboration with cross‑functional teams and external suppliers
• Ability to manage multiple design projects under tight deadlines
• Proactive, adaptable, and solution‑oriented approach to problem‑solving

Key Competencies:

• Highly detail‑focused with a commitment to accuracy and quality in design work
• Creative mindset with the ability to develop innovative solutions to technical challenges
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage complex projects from concept to completion

General Responsibilities

The Design Engineer is responsible for developing product designs, engineering documentation, and technical solutions that meet customer requirements, manufacturing capabilities, and company standards. This includes creating and maintaining CAD models and drawings, supporting engineering change processes, collaborating with other departments to resolve design issues, and contributing to product innovation and continuous improvement initiatives.

Essential Duties

• Develop detailed 3D models, engineering drawings, and BOMs for new and existing products
• Collaborate with Engineering, Production, Procurement, and Quality to ensure design feasibility and manufacturability
• Apply GD&T and appropriate tolerances to all designs in compliance with industry standards
• Participate in product development from concept through production release
• Review and process Engineering Change Requests (ECRs) and Engineering Change Orders (ECOs)
• Conduct design reviews and provide technical input to improve performance, reliability, and cost-effectiveness
• Support prototype builds and testing to validate designs against specifications and requirements
• Maintain accurate and organized design files in PDM/PLM systems
• Provide technical support to manufacturing teams during product launch and production

General Duties

• Participate with Engineering leadership in setting departmental design and development goals
• Abide by organizational policies and contribute to a respectful, compliant workplace
• Support internal policies for risk management, safety, and regulatory compliance

Equipment/Machines

• PC, CAD software (SolidWorks), PDM/PLM systems, standard office equipment

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