Product Design Engineer

We are hiring aSenior Product Design Engineerfor an established industrial manufacturing operation in the Birmingham area. This is a hands-on mechanical design role focused on developing complex, heavy-duty equipment and fabricated products used in demanding industrial environments.

The Senior Product Design Engineer will own projects from initial concept and customer requirements through detailed design, manufacturing drawings, engineering changes, and production release. This is an experienced-level position for an engineer who understands not only how to design a product, but also how it will be fabricated, welded, machined, assembled, and used in the field.

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical design projects from initial concept through production release.
• Develop3D models, assemblies, and detailed manufacturing drawings.
• Convert application requirements and technical specifications into practical, manufacturable designs.
• Design complex mechanical components, assemblies, and fabricated products for industrial applications.
• ApplyGD&T, tolerance analysis, material selection, and sound mechanical design principles.
• Work closely with manufacturing teams to ensure designs can be produced efficiently and consistently.
• Support design modifications, engineering changes, and continuous product improvements.
• Troubleshoot design and manufacturing issues and develop practical engineering solutions.
• Interface with customers and internal teams to understand technical requirements and application challenges.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers and designers.

Requirements

• 5+ years of mechanical design or product engineering experiencewithin a manufacturing environment.
• Strong experience designingmechanical equipment, machinery, or manufactured products.
• Proficiency with3D CAD and 2D drafting software; Autodesk Inventor and AutoCAD experience is preferred.
• Strong understanding ofmanufacturing and fabrication processes.
• Working knowledge ofGD&T, tolerance stack-ups, engineering drawings, and design for manufacturability.
• Experience taking designs fromconcept through manufacturing/production.
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related technical discipline preferred; equivalent technical education and relevant experience will also be considered.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
• Ability to work directly with manufacturing, customers, and other engineering disciplines.