Job Description

Product Design Engineer

Key Responsibilities

• Designing and developing product prototypes using CAD software and 3D modeling.
• Collaborating with research and development teams to incorporate usability and marketability into product designs.
• Testing prototypes to refine design parameters and resolve any functionality issues.
• Assessing the viability of production methods and materials to ensure product feasibility from an economic standpoint.
• Staying updated with the latest trends in design and manufacturing technology and integrating them into product designs.
• Working with regulatory bodies to ensure all designs meet industry-specific compliance and safety standards.

Key Tasks and Duties

• Collaborative brainstorming and ideation sessions with project teams to identify design requirements and the scope of product projects.
• Detailed drafting of design plans, presenting technical drawings and design proposals to management teams.
• Simulation and analysis of design models to predict product performance under various conditions.
• Coordination with manufacturing teams to implement production processes that are in line with the design specifications.
• Quality assurance testing and troubleshooting post-production to resolve any issues before full-scale manufacture.
• Documentation of design processes and adherence to project timelines and budget constraints.

Education and Certification Requirements

• A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, Industrial Design, or a related field.
• Proficiency in design software such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or similar CAD tools.
• Knowledge of the full design lifecycle from conceptualization to production.
• Experience with 3D printing and computer-aided manufacturing technologies is often preferred.

Location

Vac-Con Green Cove Springs, FL