Design Engineering Manager (#108845DP)

Search Masters, Inc; False Pass (AK); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Search Masters, Inc. is seeking a mechanical design professional to lead the development of next‑generation vehicle lighting solutions for major OEM customers.

You will design and prototype mechanical components for lighting products from concept through production, managing the full lifecycle and guiding customers through quotes from start to finish. You will collaborate with electrical and optical engineers to ensure successful product launches, perform GD&T analysis and tolerance stack‑ups,

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4+ years of experience in design, preferably in automotive lighting or electro/mechanical products.
• BS Degree in Engineering required — preference for Mechanical Engineering (ME), MET, or Plastics Engineering.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, prototyping, and launch of next‑generation vehicle lighting solutions for major OEM customers.
• Design and develop mechanical components for advanced lighting products from concept through production.
• Manage the full design project lifecycle, guiding customers through the quoting process from start to finish.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with electrical and optical design engineers to drive products through successful launch.

Skills

GD&T analysis

Tolerance stack-up analysis

Education

BS Degree in Engineering

Job description

Job Description

Company Description

Established industry leader with over 65 years of proven business success

Worldwide leader

Extensive innovation portfolio with over 250 patents

Dynamic global company experiencing over 15% growth in the last 3 years, offering significant career advancement opportunities

Job Description

Lead the design, prototyping, and launch of next-generation vehicle lighting solutions for major OEM customers

Design and develop mechanical components for advanced lighting products from concept through production

Manage the full design project lifecycle, guiding customers through the quoting process from start to finish

Collaborate cross-functionally with electrical and optical design engineers to drive products through successful launch

Perform GD&T analysis, tolerance stack-up studies, and develop comprehensive Bill of Materials documentation

Key Requirements

Minimum of 4+ years of experience, preferably in plastic part design, automotive design, or electro/mechanical products

BS Degree in Engineering required — preference for Mechanical Engineering (ME), Mechanical Engineering Technology (MET), or Plastics Engineering

Additional Information

• All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines
• All applications must be accompanied by a resume and contact information

Since 1973, Search Masters has been a leader in Northeast Ohio in Executive Search and professional placement. Specializing in the Engineering and Manufacturing Industries, Search Masters has carved a niche in placing industrial engineers, manufacturing engineers, manufacturing managers, plant managers, operations professionals, and other functional roles such as IT, Sales, Marketing, and Accounting. Search Master's knowledgeable and dedicated employment counselors, proprietary software solution, and proven system make this firm an excellent business partner for anyone in Northeast Ohio looking to add talent or take the next step in their career.

Company Description

Since 1973, Search Masters has been a leader in Northeast Ohio in Executive Search and professional placement. Specializing in the Engineering and Manufacturing Industries, Search Masters has carved a niche in placing industrial engineers, manufacturing engineers, manufacturing managers, plant managers, operations professionals, and other functional roles such as IT, Sales, Marketing, and Accounting. Search Master's knowledgeable and dedicated employment counselors, proprietary software solution, and proven system make this firm an excellent business partner for anyone in Northeast Ohio looking to add talent or take the next step in their career.