Mechanical Design Engineer - Prototyping & FEA

Kendall Howard LLC.; Croix Estates (MN); On-site; USD 72,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supplemental insurance options

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid holidays

Job summary

Kendall Howard LLC in Chisago City, MN, is seeking a Product Design Engineer to drive mechanical product development from concept through production. You will design components that meet performance, quality, and cost targets, ensuring manufacturability and adherence to standards.

Collaborating with manufacturing, quality, and supply chain, you will push design improvements and prototypes. Requirements include a Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering, proven design and tooling experience, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Experience in mechanical design and tooling development.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks or equivalent 3D CAD software.
• Understanding of machining processes and tool design.
• Experience with prototyping and design validation.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed mechanical designs and tooling concepts using CAD software such as SolidWorks.
• Create and validate prototypes to test design feasibility and performance.
• Perform finite element analysis (FEA) to assess structural integrity and optimize designs.
• Collaborate with manufacturing and machining teams to ensure designs are practical and cost-effective to produce.
• Iterate on designs based on testing feedback and production constraints to achieve optimal product performance.
• Document design processes, specifications, and changes to maintain clear communication across teams.
• Support the transition of designs from prototype to full-scale production, addressing engineering challenges.

Skills

Mechanical design

Tooling development

Machining processes

Tool design principles

Prototyping

Design validation

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Advanced degree (preferred)

Tools

SolidWorks

FEA software

Job description

Kendall Howard LLC in Chisago City, MN, is seeking a Product Design Engineer to drive mechanical product development from concept through production. You will design components that meet performance, quality, and cost targets, ensuring manufacturability and adherence to standards.

Collaborating with manufacturing, quality, and supply chain, you will push design improvements and prototypes. Requirements include a Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering, proven design and tooling experience, and