Design Engineer

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Design Engineer

WeatherTech Direct, is seeking a well-qualified Design Engineer with a passion for technology and precision to join our Product Development and Engineering team to make new products a reality. Salary range is 90,000k - 120,000k/year.

This is a great opportunity to join the WeatherTech Direct team!

• High performing, reliable, and teamwork-minded employees are rewarded with a competitive compensation and benefits package including the potential to earn end of year bonuses and pay increases.

As a Design Engineer you will

• Develop and deliver engineering output files to print prototyped 3D parts while considering optimal design aesthetics and cost efficiency
• Use 3D CAD modeling skills such as advanced surfacing, part modeling and assembly to design new products across many new vehicle applications
• Work directly with the OEM team to design and engineer varying accessory parts that meet and exceed customer expectations
• Participate in project meetings and internal and external conference calls as required
• Create and submit designs to the prototyping lab for rapid prototype print and build
• Track all work related to design, from concept to production for projects assigned
• Collaborate with the product development team, supporting all aspects of product development including reliability testing, product qualification and product design verification
• Evaluate and update manufacturing drawings for clarity and dimensional accuracy
• Keep work area in a clean and orderly condition, clean and maintain equipment
• Communicate clearly and work as part of a team
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience in Engineering or Technical Degree
• 2+ years of prior product development experience
• 2+ years of 3D CAD modeling software experience
• High level of proficiency modeling in 3D environment, Siemens NX
• Proven ability to problem solve
• Meticulous attention to detail and mechanical aptitude
• Previous plastics and molding experience
• Knowledge and interest in the automotive industry
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Strong interpersonal skills to effectively work with external contacts as well as internal departments within the company
• Strong organizational, oral, and written communication skills
• Must be authorized to work in the United States

Why you’ll love working at WeatherTech Direct

WeatherTech Direct is proud to offer employees a competitive salary and benefits package, opportunities for internal promotions and skill development, and a clean and safe work space. Employees are offered an array of perks including:

• Outstanding BlueCross BlueShield of Illinois medical plans; as well as dental, vision, short and long term , and company-paid life insurance
• 401(k) with employer matching
• Paid vacation, holidays, and personal