Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Mechanics, Mechatronics, or related field.
1-2 years in product development or concept engineering, ideally in innovation teams.
Foundational knowledge in mechanics, materials, analysis, and manufacturing processes.
Experience with CAD, analysis tools, 3D printing, and rapid prototyping.
Strong critical thinking skills combined with a curiosity-driven approach.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment.
Responsibilities
Build and iterate prototypes using 3D modeling and rapid prototyping tools.
Generate and refine concepts in ambiguous problem spaces.
Translate field research into actionable user insights.
Evaluate engineering feasibility, performance, and design tradeoffs.
Collaborate with various teams to drive innovation boundaries.
Communicate design intent and progress to stakeholders.
Define critical user benefits and assess business and technical feasibility.
Benefits
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
Generous 401(k) savings plan.
Education assistance for continued learning.
On-site wellness programs and fitness center access.
Amenities like food and coffee services, and more.
Full Job Description
Design Engineer Job Description:
As a Design Engineer on the Front-End Innovation team, you will identify real user problems and translate them into breakthrough product concepts that define our future portfolio. You will operate in a fast-paced, highly collaborative environment, supporting projects from early discovery through concept development, validation, and handoff.
This role is built for engineers who are curious, empathetic, and hands-on: individuals who thrive on turning user insights into tangible, high-impact solutions. You will be empowered to learn quickly, own your work end-to-end, and drive innovation that delivers meaningful, real-world impact, backed by the resources and scale of an industry-leading organization.
You will define our next generation of tools and solutions by:
Building and iterating prototypes, leveraging 3D modeling, simulation, and rapid prototyping tools
Generating and refining concepts in ambiguous problem spaces using structured ideation and good engineering judgment
Participating in and translating field research into user feedback, observations, and actionable insights
Performing engineering analysis to evaluate feasibility, performance, risk, and design tradeoffs
Driving collaboration with product marketing, design research, industrial design, NPD/ADV engineering, and project leadership to push the boundaries of innovation
Communicating clearly to stakeholders, including design intent, tradeoffs, progress, and recommendations
Defining and evaluating critical user benefits, business fit, and technical feasibility
What TOOLS You Bring
Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Mechanics, Mechatronics, or related field
1-2 years of experience in product development, innovation, or concept engineering, with demonstrated ability to deliver innovative solutions. Experience on front end innovation teams preferred.
Evolving foundation in engineering fundamentals (mechanics, materials, analysis, tolerancing, statics, dynamics, and manufacturing processes)
Experience creating and using prototypes, models, or other tools to drive learning and decision-making
Experience with CAD, Analysis Tools, 3D Printing, rapid prototyping methods, and office suite
Ability to leverage strategy-level critical thinking skills with a growing understanding of supporting disciplines to ensure the right ideas move forward
A curious, hands-on attitude driven by extreme ownership and bias toward action
Ability to operate with speed, agility, and urgency in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment
High interest in tools of trade and improving how they are employed
Ability to travel 10-20% of the time (domestic and international)
Why Milwaukee Tool
Join a culture driven by relentless improvement and a user-focused, solution-driven mindset
Work on products that directly improve the lives of professionals on the jobsite
Be part of a team obsessed with disruptive innovation
Grow quickly through real ownership and technical challenges
What Sets You Apart
You have an entrepreneurial, user-centric mindset
You take ownership and follow through
You have a penchant for building over analyzing
You are energized by ambiguity and fast iteration
You take initiative to seek out opportunities and champion solutions
Our Perks and Benefits:
Robust health, dental and vision insurance plans
Generous 401 (K) savings plan
Education assistance
On-site wellness, fitness center, food, and coffee service
And many more, check out our benefits site HERE
About Milwaukee Electric Tool
Milwaukee Electric Tool Corporation is a leading manufacturer and marketer of heavy-duty, portable electric power tools and accessories for professional users worldwide. Since its founding in 1924, Milwaukee has focused on a single vision: To produce the best heavy-duty electric power tools and accessories available to the professional user. Today, the Milwaukee name stands for the highest quality, durable and reliable professional tools money can buy.
