Product Design Engineer 1

RAE Corporation; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement savings plan

Paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

RAE Corporation in Pryor, Oklahoma is seeking an entry-level Product Design Engineer 1 to participate in the design and development of HVAC products. You will collaborate with experienced engineers and cross-functional teams to support design initiatives and prepare equipment submittal documents.

Ideal candidate has 0–5 years of engineering experience, a Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering required.
• 0–5 years engineering experience; HVACR experience preferred but not required.
• FE license preferred.
• Proficiency in MS Office and strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain Safe and Clean Environment: adhere to procedures, rules and regulations.
• Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams to address design challenges and optimize product performance.
• Review Bills of Materials (BOMs) to ensure accuracy, completeness, and design compliance.
• Create equipment submittal documents, including specifications, drawings, and performance data.
• Identify opportunities for cost reduction through value engineering and optimization strategies.
• Provide technical expertise or support related to equipment design and troubleshooting.

Skills

MS Office

Communication

Project management

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Basic computer skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

# Product Design Engineer 1Legal Address - PRYOR, OK 74361## OverviewSalary Range$70,000.00 - $85,000.00Position TypeFull TimeJob ShiftDay## DescriptionJob Title: Product Design Engineer 1 Location: RAE Corporation Pryor, Oklahoma Position Type: Full-time About Us: RAE Corporation is a leading provider of innovative HVAC solutions, dedicated to delivering unparalleled quality and customer satisfaction. Our company values a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration, and employee empowerment. We are committed to fostering a positive work environment where every team member feels valued, heard, and supported. Role Overview: The Product Design Engineer 1 is an entry-level role ideal for individuals with up to 5 years of engineering experience. This position offers an exciting opportunity to participate in the design and development of new products within the HVAC industry. The Product Design Engineer 1 collaborates closely with experienced engineers and cross-functional teams to support product design initiatives, review engineering documentation, and assist in creating equipment submittal documents. Key Responsibilities: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 1. Maintain Safe and Clean Environment: - Adhere to procedures, rules, and regulations to maintain a safe and clean working environment. 2. Collaboration and Design Support: - Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams to address design challenges and optimize product performance. - Participate in design reviews and provide input to enhance design quality and manufacturability. 3. Documentation and Technical Support: - Review Bills of Materials (BOMs) to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with design specifications. - Verify dimensional accuracy, tolerances, and adherence to design standards in engineering drawings. - Create equipment submittal documents, including technical specifications, drawings, and performance data, for customer approval and project documentation. 918.825.7222 www.RAECorp.com 4492 Hunt Street, Pryor Oklahoma 74361 4. Continuous Improvement and Technical Expertise: - Identify opportunities for cost reduction through value engineering and optimization strategies. - Evaluate alternate parts or materials for cost, reliability, and performance benefits, ensuring compatibility with design requirements. - Provide technical expertise or support related to equipment design and troubleshooting. 5. Professional Conduct and Compliance: - Attend work as outlined in the Employee Handbook or specified by supervisors. - Complete tasks as directed by supervisor. - Comply with government regulations, laws, company policies, and procedures. - Maintain document control by accurately recording process changes, updates, and revisions. Desired Qualifications: - Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering. - Experience: 0 – 5 years of engineering experience; HVACR experience preferred but not required. Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office products, self-motivated, effective oral and written communication skills, ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment, strong interpersonal and leadership skills, basic computer skills. - Certificates, Licenses, or Training: FE license preferred. Interaction with Others: Answers to Engineering Manager NAP. Must be able to accurately receive and understand instructions from supervisor to determine if further instruction is required before attempting to complete the task assigned. In constant communication with other departments. It is essential that the employee is able to work with all employees of the RAE team and shows a spirit of cooperation with others in the organization. Working Environment: Primarily conducted in a climate-controlled office setting, with occasional exposure to a manufacturing environment including moving mechanical parts and vehicles. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate. Why Join Us: Join RAE Corporation and contribute to a team-oriented environment where your skills and ideas are valued. Grow professionally while making a significant impact on our projects and customer satisfaction. Benefits: - Health insurance - Retirement savings plan - Paid time off - Professional development opportunities Physical Demands Lift/Carry Stand F Walk F Sit F Handling / Fingering F Reach Outward F Reach Above Shoulder O Climb O Crawl N Squat or Kneel O Bend O Twist O 10 lbs. or less O 11-20 lbs. O 21-50 lbs. O 51-100 lbs. N Over 100 lbs. N Push/Pull 12 lbs. or less O 13-25 lbs. O 26-40 lbs. N 41-100 lbs. N +100 lbs. N N (Not Applicable) Activity does not apply to this occupation. O (Occasionally) Occupation requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0 - 2.5+ hrs./day) F (Frequently) Occupation requires this activity from 33% - 66% of the time (2.5 - 5.5+ hrs/day) C (Constantly) Occupation requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hrs/day) Other Physical Requirements: Auditory capabilities, visual & speech capabilities The Company has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and primary duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Additional procedures and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment. The Company reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as the Company may deem appropriate. RAE Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer *EEO/AA M/F/V/D*