Product Design Engineer I - CAD & Manufacturing

Watlow; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Watlow is seeking a Product Design Engineer I to create and maintain 3D models, 2D drawings, and manufacturing files for our heater and integrated product lines. You will work under guidance to build CAD skills, apply Watlow drafting standards, and support safe, manufacturable designs.

You will convert customer requirements into SolidWorks models, prepare ASME calculations, and manage BOMs while collaborating with engineering, quality, and operations to ensure compliant, manufacturable solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related.
• Proficiency with 3D CAD (preferred: SolidWorks).
• Basic Excel and general computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Convert customer requirements into 3D SolidWorks models and 2D drawings using standard templates and following Watlow standards.
• Prepare ASME engineering calculations in support of individual designs.
• Create and maintain part numbers and bills of materials in company ERP system.
• Coordinate with product engineering, manufacturing engineering, quality, and operations to produce agency compliant and manufacturable designs.
• Assist in troubleshooting product design related issues in manufacturing.

Skills

CAD

GD&T

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Excel

Job description

Watlow is seeking a Product Design Engineer I to create and maintain 3D models, 2D drawings, and manufacturing files for our heater and integrated product lines. You will work under guidance to build CAD skills, apply Watlow drafting standards, and support safe, manufacturable designs.

You will convert customer requirements into SolidWorks models, prepare ASME calculations, and manage BOMs while collaborating with engineering, quality, and operations to ensure compliant, manufacturable solutions.