Product Design Engineer I
Watlow, Des Moines, IA, United States
Job Description
Posted Friday, April 17, 2026 at 6:00 AM
Working at Watlow
Watlow is a global technology and manufacturing leader who provides world class engineering expertise through innovative thermal products and systems, enabling our customers to thrive. We are making a positive impact every day as our solutions enrich the lives of people everywhere. We have been providing breakthrough thermal solutions for over 100 years! Our corporate values guide us uncompromisingly to always do the right thing, continually learn and improve, respect everyone, and lead with service and humility.
About Watlow
Watlow is a global technology and manufacturing leader who provides world‑class engineering expertise through innovative thermal products and systems, enabling our customers to thrive.
Guided by our values:
Do what is right ,
Always learning and improving ,
Respect everyone , and
Lead with service and humility
— we empower our people to turn ideas into real impact. Joining Watlow means becoming part of a team that embraces challenges, grows together, and shapes the future of technology while making a real difference in the world.
Description
At Watlow, we combine a rich legacy with forward‑thinking innovation. Founded in 1922 in St. Louis, Missouri, Watlow has grown from a small heating‑element manufacturer into a global leader in thermal systems.
This position is based
full‑time on‑site in Hannibal, Missouri , where engineering and manufacturing come together. You’ll work steps away from the production floor, enabling rapid learning, collaboration, and the satisfaction of seeing your designs come to life.
We are hiring a:
Product Design Engineer I
About the Role
The
Product Design Engineer I
creates and maintains
3D models
and
2D drawings
for Watlow products, including
flanged heaters, pressure vessels, duct heaters, and screw plug heaters .
This role focuses on executing design work within
standard platforms , applying
established options , and developing core skills in
SolidWorks ,
GD&T ,
Watlow drafting standards , and
engineering business processes .
You will work under the guidance of experienced team members while contributing to safe, compliant, and manufacturable designs that support Watlow’s growing product platforms.
What You’ll Do
Convert customer requirements into
3D SolidWorks models
and
2D drawings
using standard templates and Watlow drafting standards.
Prepare
ASME engineering calculations
to support individual designs.
Create and maintain
part numbers
and
bills of materials
in the ERP system.
Collaborate with product engineering, manufacturing engineering, quality, and operations to ensure designs are
agency‑compliant
and
manufacturable .
Support troubleshooting of
design‑related issues
on the manufacturing floor.
Participate in on‑the‑job learning with mentorship from senior engineers.
What You’ll Need to Succeed
Bachelor’s degree in
Mechanical Engineering
or a related field.
Proficiency with
3D CAD
(SolidWorks preferred).
Basic
Excel
and general computer skills.
Ability to collaborate across engineering, operations, and quality teams.
Curiosity, willingness to learn, and commitment to building strong engineering fundamentals.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with
GD&T , ASME codes, or pressure‑vessel design.
Exposure to manufacturing environments or hands‑on engineering projects.
Familiarity with ERP systems or engineering change processes.
Work Model
Office and CAD workstation environment with frequent collaboration via Teams/Outlook.
Occasional time on the shop floor to review builds, understand manufacturability, and close the loop on design issues.
Why Join Watlow’s Team
The health, well‑being, and financial stability of you and your family are a high priority to us. The Watlow Total Rewards Plan includes competitive compensation and a full range of life‑ and career‑enhancing benefits.
Additional Reasons to Join
Opportunity to support
growing product platforms .
Strong mentorship and
6–12‑month learning and growth period .
Diversity & Inclusion
We proactively embrace diversity in all its dimensions across our company and cultivate a culture of inclusion and forward thinking that respects and reflects each team member’s individual strengths, views, and experiences.
Watlow takes pride in being an inclusive equal‑opportunity employer and considers for employment qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
Benefits: The Watlow Total Compensation Plan
The health, well‑being and financial stability of you and your family is a high priority to us. The Watlow Total Rewards Plan includes competitive compensation and a
full
range of life and career enhancing benefits
:
Annual Incentive Program
401(k) plan that includes a company match on your contribution and an annual company contribution that is tied to company performance
Wellness incentives
Employee Personal Assistance Program
Dental, medical, vision and short‑term and long‑term disability insurance
Paid holidays, personal time, and vacation
Parental leave
Please let us know confidentially if you need or require any special accommodations to participate in our recruiting process by emailing us at accommodations@Watlow.com.
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Posted Friday, April 17, 2026 at 6:00 AM
Working at Watlow
Watlow is a global technology and manufacturing leader who provides world class engineering expertise through innovative thermal products and systems, enabling our customers to thrive. We are making a positive impact every day as our solutions enrich the lives of people everywhere. We have been providing breakthrough thermal solutions for over 100 years! Our corporate values guide us uncompromisingly to always do the right thing, continually learn and improve, respect everyone, and lead with service and humility.
About Watlow
Watlow is a global technology and manufacturing leader who provides world‑class engineering expertise through innovative thermal products and systems, enabling our customers to thrive.
Guided by our values:
Do what is right ,
Always learning and improving ,
Respect everyone , and
Lead with service and humility
— we empower our people to turn ideas into real impact. Joining Watlow means becoming part of a team that embraces challenges, grows together, and shapes the future of technology while making a real difference in the world.
Description
At Watlow, we combine a rich legacy with forward‑thinking innovation. Founded in 1922 in St. Louis, Missouri, Watlow has grown from a small heating‑element manufacturer into a global leader in thermal systems.
This position is based
full‑time on‑site in Hannibal, Missouri , where engineering and manufacturing come together. You’ll work steps away from the production floor, enabling rapid learning, collaboration, and the satisfaction of seeing your designs come to life.
We are hiring a:
Product Design Engineer I
About the Role
The
Product Design Engineer I
creates and maintains
3D models
and
2D drawings
for Watlow products, including
flanged heaters, pressure vessels, duct heaters, and screw plug heaters .
This role focuses on executing design work within
standard platforms , applying
established options , and developing core skills in
SolidWorks ,
GD&T ,
Watlow drafting standards , and
engineering business processes .
You will work under the guidance of experienced team members while contributing to safe, compliant, and manufacturable designs that support Watlow’s growing product platforms.
What You’ll Do
Convert customer requirements into
3D SolidWorks models
and
2D drawings
using standard templates and Watlow drafting standards.
Prepare
ASME engineering calculations
to support individual designs.
Create and maintain
part numbers
and
bills of materials
in the ERP system.
Collaborate with product engineering, manufacturing engineering, quality, and operations to ensure designs are
agency‑compliant
and
manufacturable .
Support troubleshooting of
design‑related issues
on the manufacturing floor.
Participate in on‑the‑job learning with mentorship from senior engineers.
What You’ll Need to Succeed
Bachelor’s degree in
Mechanical Engineering
or a related field.
Proficiency with
3D CAD
(SolidWorks preferred).
Basic
Excel
and general computer skills.
Ability to collaborate across engineering, operations, and quality teams.
Curiosity, willingness to learn, and commitment to building strong engineering fundamentals.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with
GD&T , ASME codes, or pressure‑vessel design.
Exposure to manufacturing environments or hands‑on engineering projects.
Familiarity with ERP systems or engineering change processes.
Work Model
Office and CAD workstation environment with frequent collaboration via Teams/Outlook.
Occasional time on the shop floor to review builds, understand manufacturability, and close the loop on design issues.
Why Join Watlow’s Team
The health, well‑being, and financial stability of you and your family are a high priority to us. The Watlow Total Rewards Plan includes competitive compensation and a full range of life‑ and career‑enhancing benefits.
Additional Reasons to Join
Opportunity to support
growing product platforms .
Strong mentorship and
6–12‑month learning and growth period .
Diversity & Inclusion
We proactively embrace diversity in all its dimensions across our company and cultivate a culture of inclusion and forward thinking that respects and reflects each team member’s individual strengths, views, and experiences.
Watlow takes pride in being an inclusive equal‑opportunity employer and considers for employment qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
Benefits: The Watlow Total Compensation Plan
The health, well‑being and financial stability of you and your family is a high priority to us. The Watlow Total Rewards Plan includes competitive compensation and a
full
range of life and career enhancing benefits
:
Annual Incentive Program
401(k) plan that includes a company match on your contribution and an annual company contribution that is tied to company performance
Wellness incentives
Employee Personal Assistance Program
Dental, medical, vision and short‑term and long‑term disability insurance
Paid holidays, personal time, and vacation
Parental leave
Please let us know confidentially if you need or require any special accommodations to participate in our recruiting process by emailing us at accommodations@Watlow.com.
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