Senior Product Design Engineer

Infiltrator Water Technologies; Old Saybrook (CT); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Infiltrator Water Technologies in Old Saybrook, CT is looking for a skilled Product Design Engineer II. The role involves new product development, working hands-on with prototypes, and collaborating across departments. We seek an individual with a solid mechanical engineering background and 5+ years in CAD, particularly with plastics.

This position offers involvement in innovative projects contributing to advanced wastewater management. Ideal candidates will possess excellent problem-solving abilities and thrive in a fast-paced development environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years designing 3D products with a high percentage of plastic materials.
• Experience in a shop environment and ability to make simple prototypes.
• 5+ years CAD experience required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct new product development including design analysis.
• Address product design issues with tooling and manufacturing.
• Provide technical support to other departments.

Skills

Creative skills in product design

Excellent communication skills

Hands-on physical skills

Experience with various plastics

Education

S. in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

PDM software

Job description

Overview

Headquartered in Old Saybrook, CT, Infiltrator Water Technologies is the leading provider of engineered plastic chambers, synthetic aggregates, tanks, advanced wastewater treatment systems, and accessories for the onsite/decentralized wastewater and storm water management industries. The majority of Infiltrator products are manufactured from recycled plastic. Founded in 1987, we operate throughout the US and Canada with 8 manufacturing plants in the US, dedicated sales, and corporate team members. Infiltrator is a pioneer in innovative plastic technologies for underground water management. Infiltrator components are used in most onsite septic systems installed in the United States and Canada. Infiltrator is a proud Corporate Partner of Habitat for Humanity and each year donates components for 50 septic systems serving Habitat homes in North America. Infiltrator is committed to advancing the state of the art in all fronts, including product design, manufacturing, materials, wastewater science, marketing, management, and employee development. In other words, we strive to be the best we can be.

Responsibilities

Infiltrator Water Technologies has an exciting new role available – Product Design Engineer II. We are seeking an experienced and talented Mechanical Engineer with expertise in plastic design. Here is a bit about the role:

• New Product development including engineering concept, design analysis, calculations and problem solving.
• Conduct form/fit feasibility studies on new product concepts.
• Address product design issues with respect to tooling and manufacturing with other team members.
• Provides technical support to other departments.
• Works directly on the development of prototype parts.
• Responsible for CAD design, drawings and changes.
• Responsible for conducting design reviews and drawing reviews
• Apply project management principles to define task workload and timelines.

• Assure technical quality and design process rigor in execution of all assigned tasks.
• Apply product lifecycle management approach through PDM software

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Excellent written/verbal communication skills and superior interpersonal skills for interaction with all levels of personnel and contacts within and outside IWT.
• S. in Mechanical Engineering, preferably with a concentration in plastics part design and molding.
• Proven creative skills in product design and problem solving through coursework or personal interests.
• Must have at least 5+ years designing 3D (physical) products that have a high percentage of plastic materials.
• Hands-on physical skills associated with product development extremely important.
• Experience with working in a shop environment and ability to make simple prototypes highly desirable.
• 5+ years with CAD experience required; SolidWorks preferred.
• Experience with a range of materials (particularly various plastics) and processes (injection molding, thermoforming).
• Must possess a comfort level with (and interest in) working in a very fast-paced product development environment where ideation and product design rapidly evolve.

EEO Statement

ADS supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience, and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day. ADS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.