Product Designer (SolidWorks) for Adventure Vans

Horsepower Automotive Group; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Employee Discount Program

PTO

401K

Job summary

Horsepower Automotive Group seeks a passionate Product Development Engineer to join the Flatline Van Co. team in Portland, OR. You will design and optimize components for the adventure van market, focusing on sheet metal and welded structures using SolidWorks throughout development.

The role requires collaboration with R&D, manufacturing, and QA, hands-on testing, and thorough documentation of specifications and test results to drive robust, manufacturable designs.

Qualifications

• Solidworks proficiency required for design and validation.
• 3D modelling and scanning capabilities in design process.
• Experience with sheet metal and welded structures is essential.

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 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

Solidworks experience

3D modelling

3D scanning

Technical drawings

Sheet metal & weldments

Design for manufacturing

Communication

Teamwork

Manufacturing/fabrication experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Horsepower Automotive Group seeks a passionate Product Development Engineer to join the Flatline Van Co. team in Portland, OR. You will design and optimize components for the adventure van market, focusing on sheet metal and welded structures using SolidWorks throughout development.

The role requires collaboration with R&D, manufacturing, and QA, hands-on testing, and thorough documentation of specifications and test results to drive robust, manufacturable designs.