Description
Position Summary :
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.
Position Responsibilities :
- Design and develop new products, from 3D modeling to drawing creation and production implementation
- Support design for manufacturability and collaborate with production teams to ensure efficient and cost-effective manufacturing
- Conduct engineering simulations and basic analysis to validate product performance
- 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
- Partner with the plant development team to meet project timing and cost targets
- 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
- Ensure completeness of production qualification, including testing and manufacturing capability verification
- Carry out physical testing of parts, both in the field and in the test lab
- Design and carry out design changes and modifications to new and existing parts, jigs, fixtures and tools as required
- Work with manufacturing team on vendor sourcing, selecting, and contract negotiations
- Carry out design for manufacturability of parts and components
- Successfully manage 10 – 15 projects simultaneously
- Successfully manage complex technological developments and difficult customer interactions
Position Requirements :
Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related disciplineAt least five years of experience in product development and detailed part / system designAbility to take a product from concept to detailed design and into productionKnowledge of a variety of engineering tools such as FEA, FMEA, and Lean practicesKnowledge of a variety of materials and manufacturing processesStrong technical bicycle drivetrain knowledge including mechanical aptitude in building and troubleshooting bicycles and componentsThe ability to work collaboratively within a team environmentMust have excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong analytical and critical thinking skillsMust be able to read and evaluate mechanical drawings and technical specificationsMust be proficient in Microsoft Project, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, with advanced CAD skills and modeling experienceHands-on work in lab or manufacturing settingKnowledge of product development and sourcing in Asia, preferredExperience in automotive, power sports, consumer products, or related industry, preferredSome travel required