Design Engineer

Job Title: Design Engineer – Pennsylvania Department: Engineering Reports To: Lead Engineer Position Summary: The Design Engineer is responsible for the end-to-end mechanical design and development of vehicle-related products, components, and assemblies from concept through production support. This position combines advanced SolidWorks modeling, engineering analysis, technical documentation, prototype evaluation, and hands-on installation work. The successful candidate will collaborate with Engineering, Validation, Quality, Purchasing, Production, suppliers, and other stakeholders to deliver safe, reliable, cost-effective, and manufacturable solutions that satisfy customer requirements, internal standards, and project schedules. Responsibilities Create and develop 3D models of components and assemblies in SolidWorks, translating product requirements into robust mechanical designs that address function, structural performance, manufacturability, serviceability, and ease of assembly. Prepare complete component and assembly drawings, including dimensions, tolerances, materials, finishes, notes, and revision information, for release to suppliers and internal manufacturing teams. Develop and maintain accurate bills of materials (BOMs), part lists, and associated engineering documentation throughout the product lifecycle. Support prototype and production builds through hands-on assembly, fit checks, troubleshooting, design adjustments, and clear communication of findings to project stakeholders. Remove vehicle trim and install products as needed to evaluate packaging, fit, function, accessibility, and installation requirements while following established safety and workmanship standards. Operate a portable 3D scanning arm within vehicle interiors to capture accurate dimensional data; process and apply scan data to support design development and verification. Travel occasionally, approximately three trips per year, primarily to Michigan, to support vehicle measurements, installations, validation activities, supplier coordination, or production needs. Provide timely technical support to Engineering, Validation, Purchasing, Quality, Production, and suppliers by clarifying design intent and resolving product or manufacturing issues. Perform tolerance stack-ups and structural evaluations to verify that designs meet requirements; apply finite element analysis (FEA) knowledge when appropriate. Use data-driven problem-solving and root-cause analysis methods to investigate failures, document conclusions, recommend corrective actions, and confirm effectiveness. Support engineering process improvements and company technical initiatives, including document control, design reviews, standardization, and ISO compliance activities. Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related engineering discipline from an accredited institution. Five to ten years of progressive design engineering or…