Design Specialist 1

What We Do

FOX Factory designs, engineers, manufactures and markets performance-defining products and systems for customers worldwide. Our premium brand, performance-defining products and systems are used primarily on bicycles, side-by-side vehicles, on-road vehicles with and without off-road capabilities, off-road vehicles and trucks, all-terrain vehicles, snowmobiles, specialty vehicles and applications, motorcycles, and commercial trucks. Some of our products are specifically designed for and marketed to a variety of leading cycling and powered vehicle original equipment manufacturers ("OEMs"), while others are distributed to consumers through a global dealer and distribution network. Fox Factory Holding Corp. is the holding company of FOX Factory, Inc. and is publicly traded (FOXF) on Nasdaq.

Why you should join us

Not only do we provide competitive wages, you will also have access to great benefits and employee

discounts. But more importantly, it's a fun environment where we truly enjoy working as a team and

bringing great products to our customers!

If this sounds like something you would love to do, and a place you want to be a part of, get in touch

with us by submitting your application. We look forward to hearing from you!

Position Summary :

The Design Specialist 1 will lead specific vehicle program launch objectives for the Production Integration segment of the Product Development team, streamlining the transition from design into mass production. This individual will actively design and develop 3D models, factoring for various fabrication and manufacturing processes, and participate in hands-on creation of prototype vehicles.

Position Responsibilities :

• Manage program launch initiatives from design hand-off through to mass production.
• Carry out design for manufacturability of parts and components, executing design changes and modifications to existing parts and products as required.
• Apply sound engineering knowledge with aesthetics to design products which look as good as they function.
• Create 3D models for jigs, templates, and components.
• Operate and maintain 3D printers, laser cutters, CNC machines, and additional development assets.
• Assist in building prototype vehicles.
• Prepare manufacturing documentation required for product manufacture, working with suppliers and customers to resolve documentation and / or to provide first article feedback directly to suppliers as required.
• Participate in the documentation of assembly processes, including assembly prints as required.
• Prepare reports for manager to meet as required with Sales, Marketing, Production, Quality and other departments to communicate project status and solicit feedback.
• Develop test procedures and standards as required.
• Manage and support up to five programs concurrently.
• Assist Production team with continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain company standard drafting procedures.
• Assist in the creation of part prints according to ASME Y14.5

Specific Knowledge, Skills or Abilities Required :

Competencies :

Position Qualifications :

Education :

Mechanical Engineering degree required

EIT Certification preferred

Experience :

2+ years of experience 3D modeling and FEA

Solidworks 3D experience required.

Automotive and / or Aerospace industry experience preferred

Work Environment and Physical Requirements :

Shop & Office Environments

Occasionally lift and or move heavy objects.

Vision abilities required to validate and enter data on a computer.

Some travel required to support program launch and test installation functions.

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Disclaimer : This list does not represent all physical demands. Descriptions are representative of those that must be met by employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the jobs' essential functions.

FOX provides equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, physical disability (including HIV and AIDS), mental disability, results of genetic testing, or service in the military, or any other characteristic protected by the laws or regulations of any jurisdiction in which we operate. We base all employment decisions -including recruitment, selection, training, compensation, benefits, discipline, promotions, transfers, layoffs, terminations and social / recreational programs - on merit and the principles of equal employment opportunity.