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Sr Design Engineer

Sr Design Engineer

MatchtechSchaumburg, IL, US
2 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

You will have the opportunity to build a career in a workplace that fosters collaboration, creativity, and personal growth. We empower our employees to take ownership of their work and make a meaningful impact. We strive to create a positive and rewarding workplace culture that inspires our team to do their best and become the best version of you.

The Senior Design Engineer will be responsible for leading program-level designs and prototype fabrications for complex enclosure solutions that produce the required performance and features to provide greater value for our customers. This position will require primarily job-centered decision-making and close collaboration with others involved in the process. The Senior Design Engineer will manage multiple projects.

Duties / Responsibilities :

  • Lead projects from concept through to launch.
  • Draw and design package preparation and release.
  • Develop requirements and analyze product design data to determine conformance to established design selection criteria, standardized parts and equipment use, and design-to-cost practices.
  • Maintain and upgrade existing products.
  • Establish test plans and execute 3rd party certifications.
  • Lead the development and testing of prototypes for new product ideas and create product specifications.
  • Create and maintain project development plans and create and execute Engineering Change Notices (ECNs)
  • Lead cross-functional teams to design, develop, test, and redesign existing products.
  • Generate and release full bills of material for manufacturing.
  • Identify non-conformances and root causes to initiate and implement solutions.
  • Assist in other duties as required.

Required Skills / Abilities :

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to prioritize work and adhere to strict deadlines.
  • Excellent analytical and organizational skills.
  • Excellent listening, negotiation, and presentation skills.
  • Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy and strong problem-solving abilities.
  • Independent and self-driven while working in a team environment.
  • Ability to identify problems that need resolution, propose solutions, and escalate as needed.

    • Education and Experience :

  • A bachelor's degree, preferably in General or Mechanical Engineering, is required.
  • A master's in mechanical engineering is preferred.
  • At least 7 years of experience in product development is required in a manufacturing environment.
  • Experience with sheet metal and plastics is required.
  • Experience with composite and fiber optics is desired.
  • At least 5 years of CREO / Windchill experience is desired.
  • Experience with another 3D CAD system will be considered.
  • Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification is desired.
  • Proficiency with hand tools, power tools, and fabrication equipment is desired.
  • Knowledge of MS Project and Visio desired.
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
  • Familiarity with appliance regulatory and testing agencies such as UL, CEC, ASTM, IEC, CE, and RoHS a plus.

    • Work Environment :

    The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential job functions.

  • Employees regularly work in an office environment.
  • Occasionally work in a Lab, manufacturing field environment using the required PPE.
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    Sr Design Engineer • Schaumburg, IL, US