Product Design Engineer - Commercial Vehicle Wiper Systems

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Job type: Full time
Location: Michigan City, Indiana, United States
Work Experience: 2-5 years
Industry: Research & Development
Zip/Postal Code: 46360
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Job Description

We are looking for a talented and experienced Product Design Engineer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for designing and developing innovative products that meet customer needs.
This is a direct position Michigan City, Indiana with a publicly traded supplier to the commercial vehicle market. In this position, you will design new wiper systems, control products, commercial vehicle electronics and components.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

- Manage design projects from concept through production.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and develop new products from concept to production
- Conduct research and analysis to identify customer needs and market trends
- Create detailed product specifications and design documentation
- Develop and test prototypes to ensure product quality and reliability
- Work closely with manufacturing teams to ensure products are manufactured to meet design specifications
- Continuously evaluate and improve product designs based on customer feedback and market trends
- Prepare original/revised design layouts based on customer CAD data and specifications.
- Prepare cost estimates for new or revised designs.
- Develop, document, implement departmental procedures in accordance with IATF 16949 and ISO 14001 requirements.
- Maintain current knowledge of sound engineering practices, manufacturing processes, FMVSS regulations, and SAE or other applicable standards.
- Apply knowledge of drafting techniques, engineering procedures, and CAD system to identify most effective methods, equipment, and processes.
- Verify designs for design intent, specifications, and quality.
- Provide technical product expertise to all internal/external relationships.

Requirements

- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Design, or related field
- 2 -5 years of experience in product design and development
- Strong knowledge of CAD software and 3D modeling tools (CATIA, CREO, NX or similar)
- Experience with rapid prototyping and testing
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
- Strong communication and collaboration skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Additional courses or experience in CAD Design methods, FEA, Kinematics, simulation tools, and mechanisms desirable as appropriate to the position.
- Strategic thinker – mindful of overall company/corporate goals
- Travel Requirements: must be able to fulfill occasional travel, domestic & international, to other facilities, customers, and vendors.

WORK AUTHORIZATION

- Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.