Senior Manufacturing Product Designer

Hitachi Vantara Corporation; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Retirement savings (401k)

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Parental leave

Job summary

Hitachi Energy is seeking a Senior Product Design Specialist to design and develop complex product components, manufacturing systems, and advanced prototypes using CAD/CAE tools. This role emphasizes collaboration with engineers, designers, and manufacturing teams to optimize performance, weight, and cost while mentoring junior staff and ensuring regulatory compliance.

You will contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, evaluate manufacturability, materials, and equipment capabilities,

Qualifications

• Associate degree, technical diploma, vocational education, or equivalent experience in engineering design, drafting, manufacturing technology, or a related field.
• Several years of experience in product design, manufacturing design, or engineering support functions.
• Proficiency with CAD/CAE software and engineering design tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to evaluate complex technical challenges.
• Experience interpreting technical drawings, specifications, and manufacturing requirements.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work independently under limited supervision.

Responsibilities

• Create layouts, detailed drawings, and designs for complex product components and systems.
• Utilize CAD/CAE tools to develop and refine engineering concepts.
• Research manufacturability, material selection, and equipment capabilities to optimize designs.
• Evaluate strength, weight, cost, and performance requirements during the design process.
• Identify design issues and recommend improvements that enhance quality and functionality.
• Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams to support product development goals.
• Assist in preparing cost studies and technical documentation for assigned projects.
• Provide guidance, training, and technical support to less experienced team members.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Mentoring others

Collaboration

Problem solving

Communication

Education

Associate degree or equivalent

Tools

CAD/CAE software

Job description

Hitachi Energy is seeking a Senior Product Design Specialist to design and develop complex product components, manufacturing systems, and advanced prototypes using CAD/CAE tools. This role emphasizes collaboration with engineers, designers, and manufacturing teams to optimize performance, weight, and cost while mentoring junior staff and ensuring regulatory compliance.

You will contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, evaluate manufacturability, materials, and equipment capabilities,