Product Design Engineer

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

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Full Time Chisago City, MN, US

16 days ago Requisition ID: 1120

Salary Range: $72,000.00 To $95,000.00 Annually

Why Kendall Howard?

We're a growing manufacturer serving the IT infrastructure field, with a no-nonsense attitude: stay humble, work hard, and take on challenges head-on. Around here, you won't just "do your job" - you'll be part of a team that builds, solves, and delivers products we are proud to put our name on. The benefits and pay are solid, but the real perk is being part of something that matters alongside people who care just as much as you do.

We know benefits matter, and we've got you covered. Full-time employees enjoy:

• Supplemental insurance options
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid holidays

About Company:

Kendall Howard's mission has always been to find a better way for our customers, our industry, and ourselves. We do this through a simple saying to our customers: "The answer is yes, now what's the question?" The fundamental idea of being agile enough to be able to do whatever it is our customers need ensures that we will always succeed and flourish.

About the Role:

As a Product Design Engineer, you will play a critical role in the development and refinement of innovative mechanical products from concept through production. You will be responsible for designing products and mechanical components that meet stringent performance, quality, and cost requirements. Your work will directly impact the manufacturability and functionality of products, ensuring they meet customer expectations and industry standards. Collaborating closely with cross-functional teams including manufacturing, quality, and supply chain, you will drive design improvements and prototype iterations. Ultimately, your expertise will help bring high-quality, reliable products to market efficiently and effectively.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• Proven experience in mechanical design and tooling development.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks or equivalent 3D CAD software.
• Strong understanding of machining processes and tool design principles.
• Experience with prototyping and design validation techniques.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with finite element analysis (FEA) software and structural simulation.
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes and production tooling optimization.
• Knowledge of design for manufacturability (DFM) and design for assembly (DFA) principles.
• Advanced degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Experience working in a cross-functional product development environment.

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 any engineering challenges that arise.

Kendall Howard provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, or disability. We are dedicated to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants with disabilities.