Product Design Engineer

Employment Type: Full-Time Location: Sugar Land, Texas (onsite) – relocation package included (if needed) We are seeking a Product Development Engineer to support the development and execution of physical consumer products, with a strong focus on mechanical design, refinement, and production readiness. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in the later stages of product development—translating concepts into manufacturable designs and ensuring products are optimized for production. You will play a key role in unblocking bottlenecks in the refinement phase and helping bring products successfully to market. Responsibilities Own the refinement and development phase of products, ensuring designs are ready for manufacturing. Translate early concepts into detailed CAD models, assemblies, and technical drawings. Drive Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) efforts. Partner closely with internal teams and external manufacturers to ensure production feasibility and quality. Support prototyping, testing, and iteration to validate product performance and manufacturability. Collaborate with suppliers and factories (including overseas partners) on tooling, materials, and production processes. Identify and resolve engineering challenges during development and pre-production. Qualifications 3–7 years of experience in product development, mechanical design, or engineering. Experience working on physical consumer products (housewares, cookware, appliances, or similar). Strong proficiency in SolidWorks (or similar 3D CAD software). Hands‑on experience with DFM / DFA. Experience with manufacturing processes. Preferred Qualifications Experience with housewares, cookware, or kitchen products. Experience working with overseas manufacturing partners. Familiarity with prototyping and testing processes. #J-18808-Ljbffr Design Observer