Product Design Engineer

Rauch & Associates; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Strong compensation package

Paid time off

Relocation support for qualified candidates

Job summary

A global manufacturer is seeking a Talent Acquisition Manager who will lead product design and development projects. The ideal candidate should hold a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering and have 4-5 years of experience in product design. Strong CAD skills, particularly in Creo, and effective communication abilities are essential for facilitating smooth transitions from concept to production. Competitive compensation and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Four to five years of experience in product design and development.
• Stable work history without frequent job changes.
• Bonus: prior experience mentoring or delegating to junior team members.

Responsibilities

• Lead product design and development projects from early concept through production.
• Create, test, and refine designs while ensuring manufacturability and efficiency.
• Collaborate with operations, suppliers, and technicians to deliver practical solutions.

Skills

CAD expertise (Creo preferred, SolidWorks/Inventor acceptable)

Strong communication skills

Understanding of stack-up tolerances and FMEA

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Creo

SolidWorks

Inventor

Job description

Overview

Talent Acquisition Manager ️ Let us help you recruit a world-class team.

Join a global manufacturer where your work will move beyond CAD files and into real products used worldwide. As a Product Engineer II, you’ll take ownership of projects from concept to prototype to production, solving challenging design problems and directly shaping the company’s product portfolio.

This is not “draw and hand off.” It is hands-on engineering where your decisions influence performance, safety, and your own career growth.

Why You’ll Love It

• Visible Impact: Work on commercial vehicle components that demand precision. Your designs will directly influence product quality and reliability.
• Career Growth: Clear advancement path to Senior Engineer, Technical Lead, or customer-facing roles.
• Collaborative Team: Partner with experienced engineers and leaders who value independence and problem-solving.
• Trusted Responsibility: Cover critical work when leadership is traveling and build credibility as a dependable partner.
• Competitive Rewards: Strong compensation package with benefits, retirement savings, paid time off, and relocation support for qualified candidates.

What You’ll Do

• Lead product design and development projects from early concept through production.
• Create, test, and refine designs while ensuring manufacturability and efficiency.
• Apply CAD expertise (Creo preferred, SolidWorks/Inventor acceptable) and FMEA processes.
• Collaborate with operations, suppliers, and technicians to deliver practical solutions.
• Partner closely with the Lead Engineer to share workload and build toward greater leadership opportunities.
• Support and guide interns or co-ops as part of the engineering team.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering required (Industrial Engineering considered).
• Four to five years of experience in product design and development.
• Proficiency in CAD software (Creo ideal, SolidWorks/Inventor acceptable).
• Understanding of stack-up tolerances, dimensional design, and FMEA.
• Stable work history without frequent job changes.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts clearly and confidently.
• Bonus: prior experience mentoring or delegating to junior team members.

What Success Looks Like

• Designs move smoothly from concept to production with minimal rework.
• The Lead Engineer views you as a trusted partner who can step in and own projects.
• You demonstrate long-term commitment and stability with the team.
• You build a reputation for precision, reliability, and practical problem-solving.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Engineering, Design, and Manufacturing
• Industries
• Motor Vehicle Manufacturing and Manufacturing