Senior Design Engineer: Retail POP Displays & Manufacturing

OUTFORM; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

OUTFORM is seeking a Senior Design Engineer to lead the engineering development of retail display solutions, ensuring manufacturability, cost, and quality. This role drives concepts through production as the lead engineering resource on key programs across electronics, DIY, fashion, and sporting goods.

You will create ISO drawings, 3D models, BOMs, and ECOs, collaborating with Account, Project Management, and Production teams. Travel up to 10% and a fast-paced environment are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Design, Mechanical, Structural, or Manufacturing Engineering.
• 5–8 years of POP display engineering/manufacturing experience across various verticals.
• High proficiency in SolidWorks; ability to deliver full engineering release packs; PDM preferred.
• Experience with plastics (sheet fabrication, vacuum forming, injection molding, extrusions), metals, wood fabrication/finishing, LED integration.
• Knowledge of dimensioning standards and GD&T; strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Produce complete engineering packs through milestone phases (ISO, L&T, 3D/2D Engineering Release) and manage Engineering Change Orders (ECOs).
• Create client-facing ISO drawings communicating fit, form, function, and visual intent.
• Generate detailed 2D manufacturing drawings with appropriate dimensioning and GD&T; release accurate BOMs.
• Engineer for manufacturability, assembly, cost, safety, and field durability across POP processes and materials.
• Support prototype builds and first-article inspections; participate in vendor reviews (≤10% travel).
• Maintain project documentation including parts lists, QC guidelines, and technical specifications.
• Collaborate with Account, Project Management, and Production teams; provide DFM input and drive continuous improvement.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Analytical skills

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

PDM

Job description

OUTFORM is seeking a Senior Design Engineer to lead the engineering development of retail display solutions, ensuring manufacturability, cost, and quality. This role drives concepts through production as the lead engineering resource on key programs across electronics, DIY, fashion, and sporting goods.

You will create ISO drawings, 3D models, BOMs, and ECOs, collaborating with Account, Project Management, and Production teams. Travel up to 10% and a fast-paced environment are expected.