Mechanical Product Designer

Milwaukee, WI - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 4 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Position: Mechanical Product Designer Automotive Key Fob (10 13 Yrs Experience)

Work Location: Milwaukee WI 53209

Duration: Fulltime/Direct Hire

Job Description

Important Must Have Technical Skills

Advanced Creo CAD for A Class surface & compact housing design Accurately translates OEM styling data into production ready geometry.
PCB Keep In/Keep Out packaging & antenna clearance definition Maintains RF integrity and component fit within tight envelopes.
Snap fit multi shot & insert molded plastic part design Delivers robust sealed enclosures without secondary fasteners.
Silicone rubber domes & tactile switch integration Ensures consistent actuation force and IP67 sealing.
Light pipe/guide and LED back lighting design Provides uniform graphic illumination and brand signature.
Decorative finish planning (paint laser etch IML/IMD metalizing) Meets OEM Color Material Finish targets and wear durability.
Tolerance stack up & GD&T analysis at assembly level Guarantees fit feel and manufacturability across volume production.
Metal die cast component integration (key blade bezel) Adds structural strength and premium tactile/aesthetic appeal.
Mold flow & lighting simulation interpretation Enables early gating rib and wall adjustments to prevent defects.
Materials knowledge: Plastics (PC/ABS PBT) rubber metals
Ingress Protection (IP65/IP67) design principles
PCBA packaging and component layout understanding
Antenna placement Wireless & Electronics Integration for RF performance optimization (UWB BLE LF RKE RFID NFC)
Battery integration (e.g. CR2032 Li-ion)
2D detailed drawings with full GD&T annotations and BOM.

Desirable Technical Skills

Experience with Keyless Entry / Passive Entry & Go systems
Mechanism/kinematic simulation (Creo Mechanism View Reps) Accelerates evaluation of button travel and latch forces.
Drop/shock & environmental robustness design Improves reliability under real world automotive abuse.
Fixture & gauge design for prototype validation Shortens testing cycles and ensures dimensional control.
DFMEA & DFM collaboration with tooling suppliers Mitigates manufacturing risk before hard tool kick off.
Material stack up for capacitive/touch sensor readiness Future proofs platform for digital key and HMI evolution.
PLM (Windchill) data management proficiency Secures revision control and traceability across global teams.
EMI/EMC shielding techniques
Connector design knowledge
Hands-on electromechanical bench testing
Rapid prototyping using 3D printing/CNC
Understanding of validation tests: thermal vibration drop chemical salt spray
Coordination with Electrical teams

OK to Have Technical Skills

Basic EMC/EMI mechanical shielding familiarity Supports efficient hand offs with RF/Electrical teams.
Surface quality assessment & neutral model delivery Streamlines OEM studio and supplier approvals.
Cosmetic durability test knowledge (Taber chemical UV) Informs finish selection during early design stages.
Soft tooling & rapid prototyping experience Enables agile iterations prior to production tooling.
Cost reduction & continuous improvement mindset Contributes to competitive BOM without sacrificing quality.
Supplier and manufacturing liaison capabilities
Flex PCB knowledge

Position: Mechanical Product Designer Automotive Key Fob (10 13 Yrs Experience) Work Location: Milwaukee WI 53209 Duration: Fulltime/Direct Hire Job Description Important Must Have Technical Skills Advanced Creo CAD for A Class surface & compact housing design Accurately transla...