Design EngineerLocation: Cranston, Rhode Island
Job Type: Full-Time Exempt
Industry: Custom Store Fixtures
Job SummaryWe are seeking a
Design Engineer to play a critical role in
supporting the organization by providing
fast, accurate, and flexible design solutions for customer requests. This role focuses on
quick-turn design modifications, custom product development, and translating customer requirements into manufacturable solutions. The ideal candidate has a strong background in
design, sheet metal fabrication, and product development, with the ability to work in a fast-paced, customer-driven environment.
Key Responsibilities- Provide rapid design support for sales inquiries, including custom modifications and new product configurations.
- Work closely with the sales team to interpret customer requests and translate them into manufacturable product specifications.
- Develop and modify 3D CAD models, detailed drawings, and BOMs using SolidWorks or similar software.
- Customize existing designs to meet customer needs while ensuring feasibility, cost-effectiveness, and manufacturability.
- Support technical sales proposals by creating conceptual drawings, renderings, and feasibility assessments.
- Collaborate with manufacturing, supply chain, and engineering teams to ensure smooth implementation of customer-driven product changes.
- Provide technical expertise to assist sales in customer discussions and proposal development.
- Ensure compliance with company design standards and industry regulations.
- Participate in design reviews, cost analyses, and product optimization initiatives to improve overall product offerings.
Required Qualifications- 5+ years of experience in mechanical design, preferably in commercial equipment, retail fixtures, or sheet metal products.
- Proficiency in 3D CAD software (SolidWorks, Creo, or AutoCAD) for modeling and drafting.
- Strong background in sheet metal fabrication, mechanical assemblies, and structural design.
- Ability to quickly convert customer needs into product specifications while ensuring manufacturability and cost efficiency.
- Experience working in a fast-paced, customer-focused environment with tight deadlines.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to balance multiple priorities.
- Strong communication skills for cross-functional collaboration with sales, engineering, and manufacturing teams.
Preferred Qualifications- Experience with customized display fixtures, commercial refrigeration enclosures, or similar retail equipment.
- Bachelor's in Engineering or a related field.
- Knowledge of DFM/DFA (Design for Manufacturing and Assembly) principles.
