Hands-on Design Engineer | Manufacturing & Process Innovation

Triton-Metal-Products; Island Park (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance & attendance bonuses

401(k) with company match after 60days

Paid holidays & vacation

Personal time

Weekly pay

Snap pay

Job summary

Triton Metal Products is seeking a highly skilled Design Engineer to elevate our design processes in a dynamic manufacturing environment. You will drive world-class practices through innovation, process optimization, and a strong commitment to quality and safety.

A proactive problem‑solver who can lead multiple projects is essential. The role emphasizes hands‑on design, APQP participation, and collaboration with R&D, welders, fabricators, and customers to translate requirements into robust

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Design Engineering, Industrial Design, or related field.
• 3+ years in a Design Engineering role within a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency with SolidWorks (CAD, Simulation, Composer), GD&T, and FEA tools.
• Preferred experience with welding, fixture design, and shop floor collaboration.
• Experience with APQP and continuous improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Lead development of Triton’s internal design process, structure, and project timelines.
• Translate customer requirements into design iterations; lead design reviews and obtain approvals.
• Conduct FEA to validate design integrity and balance constraints (cost, complexity, user experience).
• Support customer-facing design projects with SOW creation, milestones, and estimation processes.
• Train team members on print standards, revision control, and best practices.

Skills

SolidWorks

SolidWorks Simulation

Composer

GD&T

FEA tools

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

SolidWorks

SolidWorks Simulation

EPDM/ERP tooling

Job description

Triton Metal Products is seeking a highly skilled Design Engineer to elevate our design processes in a dynamic manufacturing environment. You will drive world-class practices through innovation, process optimization, and a strong commitment to quality and safety.

A proactive problem‑solver who can lead multiple projects is essential. The role emphasizes hands‑on design, APQP participation, and collaboration with R&D, welders, fabricators, and customers to translate requirements into robust