Product Development Engineer / Mechanical Design Engineer

Upper Midwest Full-Time Hybrid

My client is a leading multi-site and fast growing manufacturer of mechanical assemblies and systems for commercial equipment and is seeking a Product Development Engineer to lead design efforts from concept through production to support continued business growth.

In this hybrid role youll collaborate with engineering operations and customers to create mechanical solutions that deliver long-term value in demanding field environments.

This is a full-time high-impact engineering opportunity ideal for a hands-on designer who thrives in a fast-paced innovation-focused environment.

Why You Should Apply

Base salary: $70000$130000 depending on background and experience

Profit sharing program: 5%10% of annual compensation

Hybrid work environment with on-site collaboration

Relocation assistance provided for qualified candidates

401(k) with 3% company match

Strong internal support for prototyping testing and iteration

Opportunity to take projects from concept to production launch

Comprehensive benefits and a team-oriented culture

What Youll Be Doing

Design mechanical components and assemblies for new and existing products

Conduct FEA DFMEA tolerance analysis and material selection

Create detailed 3D models and drawings using SolidWorks

Collaborate with production and supply chain teams on manufacturability and cost optimization

Participate in lab and field testing design reviews and continuous improvement efforts

Develop technical documentation and support cross-functional projects

About You

Be able to do the job as described

Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering Agricultural Engineering or related field required

Ideally 5 or more years of design engineering experience with product development process and creation of engineering bills of materials

Strong proficiency with SolidWorks and mechanical design fundamentals

Ability to analyze and apply functional tolerances including using Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T)

Experience using and interpreting structural FEA results

Hands-on mechanical aptitude and an inquisitive personality with a passion for how things work

Ability to manage multiple projects and adapt quickly in a dynamic environment

Strong written and verbal communication skills for cross-team collaboration