Product Design Engineer

Wilden Pump & Engineering LLC; Grand Terrace (CA); On-site; USD 97,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) savings plan with employer contributions

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Wilden Pump & Engineering LLC in Grand Terrace, California is seeking a Product Design Engineer. The role involves designing new products and enhancing existing ones using SolidWorks and applying engineering principles and Finite Element Analysis (FEA).

Qualified candidates will possess a Bachelor's in mechanical engineering and at least 3 years of related experience. Benefits include a robust package with health insurance and a 401(k) savings plan.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of related work experience.
• Ability to perform tolerance stack-up analysis and apply GD&T.
• Understanding of fundamental manufacturing processes for various materials.

Responsibilities

• Design new products and enhance existing ones.
• Conduct design reviews and product engineering activities.
• Develop product test plans and validate new designs.

Skills

SolidWorks 3-D design software

Finite Element Analysis

Effective written and verbal communication

Molding technologies knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

Tools

MS Project

Job description

Summary

The Product Design Engineer is responsible for designing new products and enhancing existing ones by translating Sales and Marketing functional specifications into robust engineering solutions. This role applies core engineering principles and Finite Element Analysis (FEA) to evaluate and optimize product performance.

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering from an accredited college or university.

Experience

Minimum of 3 years of related work experience.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Proficient in SolidWorks 3‑D design software or equivalent and experience performing Finite Element Analysis
• Able to apply engineering principles to develop component and simple system designs to meet specifications
• Familiar with various molding technologies including investment casting, die casting, injection molding and sand casting
• Able to develop an accurate project plan
• Effective written and verbal communication

Duties and Responsibilities

• Work with cross‑functional teams to develop new products and conduct design reviews
• Product engineering activities: troubleshooting performance issues, root‑cause analysis, and product design enhancements
• Project planning and implementation using MS Project or similar tools
• Use SolidWorks 3‑D software to build solid models and create cross‑sectional layouts; perform tolerance stack‑up analysis and apply GD&T
• Develop product test plans, identify instrumentation and measurements required, and perform testing to validate new product designs
• Must understand fundamental manufacturing processes for wrought and cast, gray and ductile iron, steel, stainless steel, bronze, aluminum, and plastics
• Perform analysis of design and performance data resulting from R&D testing
• Provide technical assistance to customers, suppliers, and internal groups: Sales, Marketing, Manufacturing, Field Service, Purchasing, and Quality Control
• Assure integrity of issued drawings, Bills of Material, and applicable engineering specifications such as ASTM, AISI, ANSI B31.1, API‑675, and ANSI/HI 6.6
• Obtain approvals as required with respect to certifying and regulatory agencies (UL, CSA, CE, NSF, ATEX)
• Identify and resolve problems in a timely manner; gather and analyze information skillfully; develop alternative solutions; work well in group problem‑solving situations; apply critical reasoning to making decisions
• Coach lower‑level product design engineers
• Perform other duties as assigned

Travel

Limited travel may be required.

Physical Requirements

The work is predominantly sedentary and requires minimal or negligible physical exertion. The employee is normally seated; however, the nature of the work allows for periods of standing or walking at will. Strength to lift or carry files weighing up to ten (10) pounds; vision to read printed materials and computer screen, and ability to hear and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone.

Work Environment

Works majority of the day in a climate‑controlled environment, except for occasionally performing work on the manufacturing floor, which is subject to moderate changes in temperature. The manufacturing environment is subject to moderate changes in temperature and the employee will be exposed to typical hazards of noise, flying debris, and overhead hazards requiring the use of proper PPE (Personal Protective Equipment).

Work Arrangement

Onsite

Pay Range

$97,000.00 - $110,000.00 annually

Bonus Eligible

This position is eligible to earn a discretionary bonus based on performance metrics and other criteria outlined in our applicable bonus plan.

Benefits

Benefits for this position include: a 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions; medical, dental and vision insurance; wellness programs; health savings account, health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts; company paid short‑term disability and long‑term disability; company paid employee basic life and AD&D insurance; supplemental employee and dependent life insurance; optional accident, hospital indemnity and critical illness insurance; adoption, surrogacy, and fertility benefits and assistance; commuter benefits; parental, military, jury duty, and bereavement leaves of absence; paid time off, including 11 paid holidays per calendar year, paid vacation days beginning at 120 hours annually, 40 paid sick leave hours annually or as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, tuition assistance; business travel services; employee discounts; and an employee assistance program that includes company paid counseling sessions and legal services. Eligibility for benefits is governed by applicable plan documents and policies.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.