Product Design Engineer
Insight Recruitment, LLC, Cullman, AL, United States
Job Description
We’re looking for a hands‑on Product Design Engineer who thrives on turning ideas into real, production‑ready products. In this role, you’ll take ownership of structural and mechanical designs from early concept through prototype, validation and release. You’ll work at the center of engineering, manufacturing and supply chain, solving practical design challenges, driving improvements and seeing your work move from screen to shop floor to field. This is an opportunity to make a visible impact on products that operate in demanding, real‑world environments.
What you’ll do
Own new product and component development from initial concept through production release
Create, analyze and iterate 3D models and 2D drawings using Siemens NX
Perform structural and fatigue analysis using ANSYS or similar FEA tools to support design validation
Plan and execute validation activities including prototype builds, physical testing and design verification to applicable regulated standards
Collaborate across teams to ensure designs are manufacturable, cost‑conscious and aligned with sourcing and production needs
Build and maintain accurate bills of materials and manage engineering changes (ECRs/ECNs) through release
Drive cost saving initiatives through part redesign, supplier selection and outsourced component validation
Support manufacturing with engineering problem solving, lean improvement events and timely shop‑floor support
Investigate warranty and field issues by performing root cause analysis then designing and validating corrective actions
Communicate directly with vendors and customers when needed to clarify requirements, resolve technical questions and support implementation
Contribute to the growth of the design organization by mentoring engineers, designers and drafters as opportunities arise
What you bring
Strong mechanical engineering fundamentals including strength of materials, stress analysis, fatigue life, welding and structural design principles
Experience designing and testing products to applicable transportation or industrial standards (DOT, FMVSS, SAE or comparable)
Comfort managing shifting priorities while keeping deliverables moving across multiple stakeholders
Clear, practical communication style with customers, suppliers and cross‑functional partners
A self‑directed approach with the ability to plan work, execute with minimal supervision and follow through to completion
Exposure to continuous improvement initiatives such as Lean, Kaizen or VA/VE
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Technology
3+ years of experience in fabricated structures, heavy equipment, transportation products or similar mechanical OEM environments
Proficiency in Siemens NX is required
Experience with ANSYS or other FEA tools preferred
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office
ERP experience such as Epicor or a similar system is a plus
Work environment and travel
Some travel may be required based on project needs, supplier collaboration, customer support and test activities
Company Description
At Insight Recruitment, we specialize in connecting top professionals in ERP, Information Technology (IT), Sales & Marketing, and Executive leadership with companies that need their skills most.
For over 25 years, we’ve been known as a boutique executive search firm that goes beyond “post and pray” recruiting. Instead, we take a hands‑on, personalized approach — directly engaging with passive talent to deliver the right candidates, not just the most available ones.
With a track record of long‑term placements and 99% of roles filled within the first 3–5 candidates presented/interviewed, Insight Recruitment has become the trusted partner for organizations across the Midwest and nationwide looking for quality hires who stay and make an impact.
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We’re looking for a hands‑on Product Design Engineer who thrives on turning ideas into real, production‑ready products. In this role, you’ll take ownership of structural and mechanical designs from early concept through prototype, validation and release. You’ll work at the center of engineering, manufacturing and supply chain, solving practical design challenges, driving improvements and seeing your work move from screen to shop floor to field. This is an opportunity to make a visible impact on products that operate in demanding, real‑world environments.
What you’ll do
Own new product and component development from initial concept through production release
Create, analyze and iterate 3D models and 2D drawings using Siemens NX
Perform structural and fatigue analysis using ANSYS or similar FEA tools to support design validation
Plan and execute validation activities including prototype builds, physical testing and design verification to applicable regulated standards
Collaborate across teams to ensure designs are manufacturable, cost‑conscious and aligned with sourcing and production needs
Build and maintain accurate bills of materials and manage engineering changes (ECRs/ECNs) through release
Drive cost saving initiatives through part redesign, supplier selection and outsourced component validation
Support manufacturing with engineering problem solving, lean improvement events and timely shop‑floor support
Investigate warranty and field issues by performing root cause analysis then designing and validating corrective actions
Communicate directly with vendors and customers when needed to clarify requirements, resolve technical questions and support implementation
Contribute to the growth of the design organization by mentoring engineers, designers and drafters as opportunities arise
What you bring
Strong mechanical engineering fundamentals including strength of materials, stress analysis, fatigue life, welding and structural design principles
Experience designing and testing products to applicable transportation or industrial standards (DOT, FMVSS, SAE or comparable)
Comfort managing shifting priorities while keeping deliverables moving across multiple stakeholders
Clear, practical communication style with customers, suppliers and cross‑functional partners
A self‑directed approach with the ability to plan work, execute with minimal supervision and follow through to completion
Exposure to continuous improvement initiatives such as Lean, Kaizen or VA/VE
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering Technology
3+ years of experience in fabricated structures, heavy equipment, transportation products or similar mechanical OEM environments
Proficiency in Siemens NX is required
Experience with ANSYS or other FEA tools preferred
Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office
ERP experience such as Epicor or a similar system is a plus
Work environment and travel
Some travel may be required based on project needs, supplier collaboration, customer support and test activities
Company Description
At Insight Recruitment, we specialize in connecting top professionals in ERP, Information Technology (IT), Sales & Marketing, and Executive leadership with companies that need their skills most.
For over 25 years, we’ve been known as a boutique executive search firm that goes beyond “post and pray” recruiting. Instead, we take a hands‑on, personalized approach — directly engaging with passive talent to deliver the right candidates, not just the most available ones.
With a track record of long‑term placements and 99% of roles filled within the first 3–5 candidates presented/interviewed, Insight Recruitment has become the trusted partner for organizations across the Midwest and nationwide looking for quality hires who stay and make an impact.
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