Product Designer/CAD Designer

Flatline Van Co; Scappoose (OR); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Employee Discount Program

PTO

401K

Job summary

Flatline Van Co. on the Oregon coast seeks a passionate product design engineer to develop, test, and optimize components for adventure vans. You will design vehicle parts in SolidWorks, create manufacturing drawings, and drive design for manufacturability.

You will work with cross-functional teams to bring concepts to market, manage multiple projects, and stay current with industry trends. A high school diploma is required; sheet metal/weldment experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• High school Diploma or GED.
• Extensive SolidWorks experience with 3D modelling, 3D scanning, and technical drawings.
• Experience with sheet metal and tube weldments/structures.
• Design for manufacturing experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Teamwork and collaboration abilities.
• Manufacturing/fabrication experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop vehicle components.
• Test components in real world scenarios.
• Identify and resolve engineering challenges, including troubleshooting product failures.
• Create packaging designs and technical drawings for manufacturing.
• Maintain detailed documentation of product specifications, design changes, and testing results.
• Stay informed about industry trends, competitor products, and customer feedback to inform design decisions.
• Manage quality control documentation and collaboration with QA partners and factories.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including R&D, manufacturing, and marketing, to bring innovative products from concept to market.

Skills

3D modelling

3D scanning

Technical drawings

Sheet metal weldments

Design for manufacturing

Communication

Teamwork

Fabrication experience

Education

High school Diploma or GED

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Flatline Van Co., a company that is a part of the Horsepower Automotive Group (HPAG) family, is a leader in the growing adventure van aftermarket industry. When you join, you'll have a unique opportunity to be a part of our exciting and rapidly growing, multi-brand organization. We support a collaborative environment and value open participation from individuals with different ideas, experiences, and perspectives.

Job Summary: We are seeking a passionate and creative individual to join our multi-faceted Product Development Team. You will be responsible for developing, testing, and optimizing product designs for the adventure van market. Our ideal candidate has a background in design for manufacturing and experience with sheet metal and tube weldments/structures. Experience designing machined parts is also preferred. We work solely in Solidworks, extensive experience with this program is necessary.

We are a small team and rely on each other to be driven and motivated with an ability to manage multiple projects at once. Collaboration is in our DNA and is what makes our team as strong as it is. We are seeking an individual that thrives in this kind of environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop vehicle components.
• Test components in real world scenarios.
• Identify and resolve engineering challenges, including troubleshooting product failures and implementing corrective actions.
• Create packaging designs and technical drawings for manufacturing.
• Maintain detailed documentation of product specifications, design changes, and testing results
• Stay informed about industry trends, competitor products, and customer feedback to inform design decisions and drive innovation.
• Manage quality control documentation and implementation with our QA partners and factories.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams, including R&D, manufacturing, and marketing, to bring innovative products from concept to market.

Qualifications

• Extensive Solidworks experience
  • 3D modelling
  • 3D scanning (performing scans and prepping files for use)
  • Technical drawings
• Knowledge and experience of sheet metal and tube assemblies and weldments
• Design for manufacturing experience
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Teamwork and collaboration abilities
• Manufacturing/building/fabrication experience is a plus.

Summary of Experience and Education

• High school Diploma or GED.
• Must be detail oriented and able to pay close attention to detail.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth.
• A dynamic and supportive work environment.
• The chance to work on exciting projects in the adventure van manufacturing industry.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Employee Discount Program
• PTO
• 401K