What are the responsibilities and job description for the Product Design Engineer position at Spectrum Staffing Services/HRStaffers Inc.?
SUMMARY
A growing company is seeking a highly technical and detail-oriented Product Design Engineer to support product development and engineering documentation. This role will focus on scanning and managing parts, maintaining engineering data, and assisting in new product development.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Parts Management & Documentation
- Use 3D scanning technology to capture precise models of components and compare them with existing designs.
- Identify discrepancies and update engineering documentation to ensure accuracy.
- Manage Engineering Change Notices (ECNs) to ensure clear communication of design revisions.
- Organize and maintain all parts and assemblies in a Product Data Management (PDM) system for easy access.
- PDM Administration & Data Accuracy
- Maintain version control and organization within the PDM system to support long-term data accuracy.
- Standardize file naming and directory structures for consistency and scalability.
- Assist with migrating legacy products into PDM.
- Product Development Support
- Conduct market research and competitor analysis to support new product development.
- Design and model new product concepts in SolidWorks based on research and customer needs.
- Work closely with engineering teams to prototype and refine designs.
- Collaboration & Technical Support
- Work with engineering, product management, and manufacturing teams to ensure product specifications are met.
- Provide guidance on best practices for product design and documentation.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Design, or related field.
- 3 years of experience in product design, with strong skills in SolidWorks and PDM systems.
- Experience managing Engineering Change Notices (ECNs) in a manufacturing setting.
- Hands-on experience with 3D scanning and integrating scanned data into CAD models.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to ensure data accuracy.
- Excellent organizational skills and ability to handle multiple projects.
- Familiarity with sheet metal, tubing, and welded assemblies is a plus.
- Ability to reverse-engineer products based on existing designs.
- Must be able to work on-site in Clifton, NJ.
- Experience in furniture or related industries is a plus but not required.
- Knowledge of industry standards for manufactured products.
- Exposure to Lean manufacturing and process improvement.
- Willingness to travel occasionally for project support.
Salary : $90,000 - $100,000
