Design Engineer

The Design/Product Engineer will design and develop new products as well as maintain and improve current products from a design standpoint based on customer feedback and sales requirements.

• Work with production teams to review drawings, documents, and CAD models for development projects
• Meet as required with Sales, Marketing, Production, Quality and other departments to communicate project status and solicit feedback
• Carry out physical testing of parts, both in the field and in the test lab
• Successfully manage 10 – 15 projects simultaneously
• Support design for manufacturability and collaborate with production teams to ensure efficient and cost-effective manufacturing
• Work with manufacturing team on vendor sourcing, selecting, and contract negotiations
• Hands-on work in lab or manufacturing setting
• Partner with the plant development team to meet project timing and cost targets
• Design and carry out design changes and modifications to new and existing parts, jigs, fixtures and tools as required
• Design and develop new products, from 3D modeling to drawing creation and production implementation
• Ensure completeness of production qualification, including testing and manufacturing capability verification
• Carry out design for manufacturability of parts and components
• Apply sound engineering knowledge with aesthetics to design products which look as good as they function
• Provide directions to factory and suppliers on production processes and facilitate product problem resolution when necessary
• Conduct engineering simulations and basic analysis to validate product performance

• Knowledge of product development and sourcing in Asia, preferred
• Must be able to read and evaluate mechanical drawings and technical specifications
• Knowledge of a variety of materials and manufacturing processes
• Experience in automotive, power sports, consumer products, or related industry, preferred
• Successfully manage complex technological developments and difficult customer interactions
• Strong technical bicycle drivetrain knowledge including mechanical aptitude in building and troubleshooting bicycles and components
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Project, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, with advanced CAD skills and modeling experience
• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related discipline
• Ability to take a product from concept to detailed design and into production
• At least five years of experience in product development and detailed part/system design
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong analytical and critical thinking skills
• Knowledge of a variety of engineering tools such as FEA, FMEA, and Lean practices
• The ability to work collaboratively within a team environment

Nortek Air Solutions, LLC, offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. To learn more about Nortek Air Solutions, please visit our company website at http://www.nortekair.com/.