Product Design Engineer

Blue Signal Search; Blacksburg (SC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid time off & holidays

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Blue Signal Search in Blacksburg, SC seeks a Product Design Engineer to convert ideas into practical designs and production-ready solutions. You will own detailed drawings, 3D models, and technical docs using AutoCAD and SolidWorks, collaborating with production teams to improve manufacturability and performance.

Relocation assistance may be considered for qualified candidates. The role offers creative ownership, professional growth, and a supportive engineering team focused on innovation and

Qualifications

• Produce detailed engineering drawings, submittals, and technical docs using AutoCAD and 3D CAD.
• Develop new and refine existing product designs for manufacturability and performance.
• Collaborate with production to resolve design challenges and enable efficient manufacturing.
• Translate application requirements into practical mechanical solutions.

Responsibilities

• Produce detailed engineering drawings, customer submittals, 3D models, and supporting technical documents using AutoCAD and other design tools.
• Contribute to the development of new products while refining existing designs to improve functionality, manufacturability, and performance.
• Partner with production and fabrication personnel to resolve design challenges and support efficient manufacturing processes.
• Develop customized mechanical designs that accommodate specialized components, electronic devices, and emerging technologies.
• Evaluate design alternatives and component sourcing options to address manufacturing requirements and supply chain changes.
• Collaborate with engineering colleagues, project stakeholders, and technical partners to translate application requirements into practical solutions.
• Assist with product evaluations, technical troubleshooting, and design improvements that support quality and reliability.
• Manage multiple design assignments with independence, sound judgment, and attention to engineering accuracy.

Skills

AutoCAD

3D modeling

Engineering drawings

Technical documentation

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Self-directed

SolidWorks

Mechanical design

Education

Engineering degree preferred

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Location: Blacksburg, SC (Relocation assistance may be considered for qualified candidates)

Our client is an established, engineering-focused manufacturer seeking a talented Product Design Engineer to help bring innovative products and custom-engineered solutions to life. This is an exciting opportunity for a creative, hands-on professional who enjoys turning ideas into practical designs, solving real-world engineering challenges, and seeing their work move from concept to production. With meaningful design ownership, exposure to advanced technologies, and the support of a highly experienced engineering team, this position offers an excellent opportunity to make an impact while continuing to grow professionally.

This Role Offers:

• Competitive base compensation tailored to experience, plus a performance-based bonus.
• Comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) with company match, paid time off, and holidays.
• Significant creative freedom and ownership over engineering designs, product improvements, and technical solutions.
• A collaborative, knowledgeable engineering team that values independent thinking, mentorship, and continuous learning.
• Professional development and tuition reimbursement, with opportunities for expanded responsibilities and potential future leadership.

Focus:

• Produce detailed engineering drawings, customer submittals, 3D models, and supporting technical documents using AutoCAD and other design tools.
• Contribute to the development of new products while refining existing designs to improve functionality, manufacturability, and performance.
• Partner with production and fabrication personnel to resolve design challenges and support efficient manufacturing processes.
• Develop customized mechanical designs that accommodate specialized components, electronic devices, and emerging technologies.
• Evaluate design alternatives and component sourcing options to address manufacturing requirements and supply chain changes.
• Collaborate with engineering colleagues, project stakeholders, and technical partners to translate application requirements into practical solutions.
• Assist with product evaluations, technical troubleshooting, and design improvements that support quality and reliability.
• Manage multiple design assignments with independence, sound judgment, and attention to engineering accuracy.

Skill Set:

• Proficiency in AutoCAD and practical experience with 3D modeling software.
• Demonstrated ability to prepare accurate engineering drawings, submittal packages, and technical documentation.
• Strong analytical thinking, troubleshooting abilities, and a practical approach to solving technical challenges.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across engineering, production, and project teams.
• Self-directed, organized, and disciplined work style, with an eagerness to learn unfamiliar products, technologies, and software.
• Experience with SolidWorks or similar 3D CAD platforms is preferred. Candidates with transferable modeling skills are encouraged to apply.
• Background in mechanical design, fabricated products, architectural products, or lighting-related applications is beneficial but not required. Relevant technical experience may substitute for a formal engineering degree.