Prototype Product Developer — CAD & Prototyping

Smartpress.com; Chanhassen (MN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare, dental, life insurance

Paid parental leave

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

401k with company match

Flexible work hours

Tuition reimbursement

Employee referral program

Job summary

The Bernard Group in Chanhassen, MN is seeking an Associate Product Developer to design, build, and test prototypes for in-store displays. You’ll collaborate with Sales, Design, Engineering, and Production to deliver world-class solutions using SolidWorks and other CAD tools.

Join a 100% employee-owned team, work on diverse materials, and contribute to a safe, efficient shop environment while advancing prototyping capabilities and manufacturing processes.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Experience in Engineering, CAD, or drafting preferred.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Proficient with MS Windows.
• Experience with CAD/Drafting tools.
• Experience with wood, laminates, veneers, plastics, adhesives, and fasteners.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering, production, and shop drawings.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and test prototypes to customer requirements.
• Learn about materials and manufacturing processes of display components.
• Operate small equipment safely and efficiently.
• Document prototype information for production replication (SolidWorks preferred).
• Take direction from Lead, Senior, and Product Developers on operation and techniques.
• Participate in preventive maintenance for department equipment.
• Assist Fixture Development Manager in organization and movement within Flex Lab.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized work area.
• Complete miscellaneous projects as requested by management.

Skills

High school experience

Engineering

CAD

Drafting

Mechanical aptitude

MS Windows

Woodworking

Reading drawings

Attention to detail

Independence

Time management

Confidentiality

Hand tools

Adaptability

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

The Bernard Group in Chanhassen, MN is seeking an Associate Product Developer to design, build, and test prototypes for in-store displays. You’ll collaborate with Sales, Design, Engineering, and Production to deliver world-class solutions using SolidWorks and other CAD tools.

Join a 100% employee-owned team, work on diverse materials, and contribute to a safe, efficient shop environment while advancing prototyping capabilities and manufacturing processes.