Design Engineering Lead – CAD, DFM & Innovation

Clopay Corporation; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental

Vision

401(k)

Life insurance

Paid vacation

Job summary

Clopay Corporation in Mountaintop, PA is seeking a Design Engineering Supervisor to lead a team of design engineers, guide technical execution, and ensure projects meet quality, budget, and safety standards.

The role requires a mechanical engineering degree with 10–15+ years of experience, proficiency in Inventor, and hands‑on tooling knowledge. A strong leadership mindset and collaboration across engineering, sales, and manufacturing are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Associates (minimum 15 years of experience) or Bachelor’s (minimum 10 years of experience) degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or other similar degree program.
• Proficient in AutoDesk Inventor or similar 3D parametric modeling software.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Product Suite.
• High Mechanical Aptitude.
• Working knowledge of hand tools and basic shop tools.
• EIT or PE preferred.
• Working knowledge of motors and electrical control equipment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise team of design engineers both on‑site and in remote locations.
• Provide support for external customers in combination with the Sales and Technical Support Departments.
• Complete Special Requests for jobs that cannot be processed within the scope of engineering standards and system programs.
• Provide troubleshooting and installation support for customers and units in the field.
• Maintain engineering standards and drawings through Engineering Change Orders (ECOs).
• Complete line extensions to expand product offering.
• Work with Production and Strategic Manufacturing on Design for Manufacturing (DFM).
• Work with Strategic Marketing and Marketing to effectively launch new product offerings.
• Use parametric CAD (Inventor) to create 3D models of parts and assemblies using a variety of manufacturing materials & processes including sheet metal, structural steel, welding, casting, and roll forming.
• Perform various analysis on parts and systems for compliance to various codes including ASCE, AISC, IBC, and ACI.
• Identify and implement cost reductions and product improvements.
• Participate in design reviews and brainstorming activities with other design engineers.
• Run and manage projects individually or in collaboration with other design engineers.

Skills

AutoDesk Inventor

Mechanical aptitude

Hand tools

Microsoft Office

Education

Associates or Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoDesk Inventor

Job description

Clopay Corporation in Mountaintop, PA is seeking a Design Engineering Supervisor to lead a team of design engineers, guide technical execution, and ensure projects meet quality, budget, and safety standards.

The role requires a mechanical engineering degree with 10–15+ years of experience, proficiency in Inventor, and hands‑on tooling knowledge. A strong leadership mindset and collaboration across engineering, sales, and manufacturing are essential for success.