Product Design Engineer

Weber Knapp Company; Jamestown (NY); In loco; USD 80.000 - 105.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Weber Knapp Company in Jamestown, NY seeks a product design engineer to design, build, and test new products from concept through production launch.

The role emphasizes CAD proficiency, prototyping, and collaboration with Quality Control and Manufacturing Engineering to optimize processes. Tenacious problem-solving and clear communication are essential.

Competenze

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Technology.
• Five years of related experience preferred.
• Must reliably commute or plan to relocate prior to starting.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency using calipers, micrometers, and reading blueprints.

Mansioni

• Design, build, and test new products from concept to production launch.
• Create preliminary and detailed CAD drawings and specifications.
• Develop 3D models and prototypes for testing.
• Collaborate with Quality Control and Manufacturing Engineering to optimize processes.
• Support Sales with technical information and product testing results.
• Inspect prototypes and initial production parts.
• Prepare detailed prints and documentation.

Conoscenze

CAD Design

Prototyping

3D Modeling

Blueprint Reading

Communication

Teamwork

Excel

Independent Work

Formazione

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Technology

Strumenti

SolidWorks

Descrizione del lavoro

Description

Job Summary:

The product design engineer will design, build, and test new products. This position will support product implementation from concept to production launch. See weberknapp.com for product examples.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Uses computer-assisted design (CAD) software to create preliminary and detailed drawings of the product.
• Produces specifications for products and chooses raw materials and components to be used in production.
• Builds models and prototypes of the product and tests the design.
• Develops concepts and creates 3D models
• Presents concepts to customers
• Creates detailed prints
• Inspects prototype and initial production parts
• Works with Quality Control and Manufacturing Engineering in developing production processes
• Develops and documents product testing
• Supports Quality Control and Manufacturing Engineering on current products
• Provides technical support for the Sales Department

Requirements

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent mechanical and technical skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency using 3D CAD Software, SolidWorks preferred.
• Must be able to read and interpret calipers, micrometers, and blueprints.
• Must have hands-on skills to assemble prototypes and do preliminary testing.
• Ability to use Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to prioritize and multi-task.
• Must work well independently and in a team environment.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Technology
• Five years of related experience preferred.
• Must be able to reliably commute or plan to relocate prior to starting.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time.