Associate Design Engineer
Iron Mountains LLC, Morgantown, PA, United States
Iron Mountains is nestled in scenic Berks County, PA.
We develop a broad range of baby gear from child safety seats to multi-mode strollers, from travel beds to feeding solutions and beyond.
Our specialized focus on merging industry-changing design with the highest quality material and state-of-the-art manufacturing processes allows each new product design to be precisely positioned to meet consumer, market, and retailer needs.
Our quiet location promises the luxuries of a low-stress commute and a 360 view of nature. Like our high-quality baby gear, our health and welfare benefits are superior, boasting an onsite state-of-the-art gym facility coupled with a $0 Copay / $0 Deductible Medical & Prescription Plan Design and a 401(k) with 6% Employer Match.
Associate Design Engineer
Focuses exclusively on products for infants and toddlers such as car seats, strollers, swings, and highchairs. The principal objective is to create consumer-oriented products through excellent engineering and styling that are safe, cost-effective, and create demand in the market.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Product Design & Development
Performs the necessary functions to develop somewhat complex concepts through design, engineering, testing, and documentation supporting the full process from initial idea to manufacturable product.
Effectively uses 3D CAD software to create part and assembly files.
Develops basic project timelines and manages activities to complete assigned tasks in a timely manner.
Analysis & Validation
Performs engineering analysis and evaluations of designs, prototypes, or products in the areas of safety, robustness, structural integrity, functionality, aesthetics, manufacturability, cost, and marketability as appropriate.
Assists manufacturer with input and evaluations on new product startups and other manufacturing-related issues.
Provides general assistance in other areas as needed to help the company operate successfully.
This position description is intended to provide a summary of the essential duties, tasks, and responsibilities of this position and shall not be considered an exhaustive listing of all work requirements. Other duties may be assigned.
REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS
Experience
Recent graduate between one (1) to three (3) years of relevant design engineering experience.
Working knowledge of product development processes from concept through manufacturing.
Demonstrated ability to develop a concept into a manufacturable product.
Comfortable with a mix of product design and model shop work.
Skills & Knowledge
Working knowledge of basic engineering analysis methods related to product safety, structural integrity, and manufacturability.
Good hands‑on knowledge of materials and manufacturing processes.
Strong mechanical aptitude.
Good sense of aesthetics and the ability to communicate via sketches.
Education
Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Bachelor’s Degree Industrial Design or equivalent.
Problem Solver: Effectively identifies and solves challenging problems as demonstrated by regularly reviewing the issues for their underlying cause(s) and recommending solutions that may have been overlooked by others.
Enthusiasm, Effort: Displays energy, drive, and initiative in the pursuit of the individual, department, and company goals.
Creativity, Innovation and Continuous Learner: Exhibits originality, ingenuity, and creativity in the development of new or improved methods or approaches. Anticipates important changes affecting the job and capitalizes on them.
Adaptable: Ability to adjust easily to new or changing circumstances as demonstrated by the ability to shift easily among competing tasks to meet deadlines.
Teamwork & Team Player: Works well within diverse groups to achieve common goals as demonstrated through support for team ownership of projects to ensure results.
Collaborative: Ability to work collaboratively with internal and external customers as demonstrated by finding common ground in completing tasks and solving problems.
Communication: Speaks effectively in individual or group situations; is an effective listener; writes clearly and convincingly; takes responsibility for facilitating information exchange among subordinates, peers, and managers.
Time Management, Productivity: Uses time efficiently and effectively when prioritizing both day-to-day activities and projects.
Persistent: Perseveres despite opposition or difficulty as demonstrated by coming up with a variety of approaches to reach a goal.
Proficiency with
SolidWorks (solid modeling, detailing, assembly and analysis)
Model shop tools (hand, power, and light machine tools)
Familiar with
FEA software such as COSMOS Works FEA is a plus.
Corporate expense Management software, Bill Spend preferred.
Payroll systems, Paycom preferred.
Other
Ability to lift 50 lbs. unassisted.
Possess a current driver’s license.
Domestic & International Travel (less than 10%) as business needs warrant.
Ability to work extended hours as business needs warrant; may on occasion include evenings and weekends.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis.
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We develop a broad range of baby gear from child safety seats to multi-mode strollers, from travel beds to feeding solutions and beyond.
Our specialized focus on merging industry-changing design with the highest quality material and state-of-the-art manufacturing processes allows each new product design to be precisely positioned to meet consumer, market, and retailer needs.
Our quiet location promises the luxuries of a low-stress commute and a 360 view of nature. Like our high-quality baby gear, our health and welfare benefits are superior, boasting an onsite state-of-the-art gym facility coupled with a $0 Copay / $0 Deductible Medical & Prescription Plan Design and a 401(k) with 6% Employer Match.
Associate Design Engineer
Focuses exclusively on products for infants and toddlers such as car seats, strollers, swings, and highchairs. The principal objective is to create consumer-oriented products through excellent engineering and styling that are safe, cost-effective, and create demand in the market.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Product Design & Development
Performs the necessary functions to develop somewhat complex concepts through design, engineering, testing, and documentation supporting the full process from initial idea to manufacturable product.
Effectively uses 3D CAD software to create part and assembly files.
Develops basic project timelines and manages activities to complete assigned tasks in a timely manner.
Analysis & Validation
Performs engineering analysis and evaluations of designs, prototypes, or products in the areas of safety, robustness, structural integrity, functionality, aesthetics, manufacturability, cost, and marketability as appropriate.
Assists manufacturer with input and evaluations on new product startups and other manufacturing-related issues.
Provides general assistance in other areas as needed to help the company operate successfully.
This position description is intended to provide a summary of the essential duties, tasks, and responsibilities of this position and shall not be considered an exhaustive listing of all work requirements. Other duties may be assigned.
REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS
Experience
Recent graduate between one (1) to three (3) years of relevant design engineering experience.
Working knowledge of product development processes from concept through manufacturing.
Demonstrated ability to develop a concept into a manufacturable product.
Comfortable with a mix of product design and model shop work.
Skills & Knowledge
Working knowledge of basic engineering analysis methods related to product safety, structural integrity, and manufacturability.
Good hands‑on knowledge of materials and manufacturing processes.
Strong mechanical aptitude.
Good sense of aesthetics and the ability to communicate via sketches.
Education
Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Bachelor’s Degree Industrial Design or equivalent.
Problem Solver: Effectively identifies and solves challenging problems as demonstrated by regularly reviewing the issues for their underlying cause(s) and recommending solutions that may have been overlooked by others.
Enthusiasm, Effort: Displays energy, drive, and initiative in the pursuit of the individual, department, and company goals.
Creativity, Innovation and Continuous Learner: Exhibits originality, ingenuity, and creativity in the development of new or improved methods or approaches. Anticipates important changes affecting the job and capitalizes on them.
Adaptable: Ability to adjust easily to new or changing circumstances as demonstrated by the ability to shift easily among competing tasks to meet deadlines.
Teamwork & Team Player: Works well within diverse groups to achieve common goals as demonstrated through support for team ownership of projects to ensure results.
Collaborative: Ability to work collaboratively with internal and external customers as demonstrated by finding common ground in completing tasks and solving problems.
Communication: Speaks effectively in individual or group situations; is an effective listener; writes clearly and convincingly; takes responsibility for facilitating information exchange among subordinates, peers, and managers.
Time Management, Productivity: Uses time efficiently and effectively when prioritizing both day-to-day activities and projects.
Persistent: Perseveres despite opposition or difficulty as demonstrated by coming up with a variety of approaches to reach a goal.
Proficiency with
SolidWorks (solid modeling, detailing, assembly and analysis)
Model shop tools (hand, power, and light machine tools)
Familiar with
FEA software such as COSMOS Works FEA is a plus.
Corporate expense Management software, Bill Spend preferred.
Payroll systems, Paycom preferred.
Other
Ability to lift 50 lbs. unassisted.
Possess a current driver’s license.
Domestic & International Travel (less than 10%) as business needs warrant.
Ability to work extended hours as business needs warrant; may on occasion include evenings and weekends.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis.
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