Design Engineer

3 weeks ago


Portage, United States Jobot Full time

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Full-Time & Direct Hire needed for a family-owned leader in heavy-gauge thermoforming and extrusion

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Salary: $80,000 - $111,000 per year

A bit about us:

Based in Portage, Wisconsin, we are a family-owned manufacturer specializing in returnable packaging, OEM components, and automotive accessories, with four facilities across the U.S. and Mexico employing around 1,000 people. We prioritize engineering expertise and operational excellence, focusing on heavy-gauge thermoforming and extrusion capabilities to meet diverse customer needs. Our company is recognized as a North American thermoforming industry leader, dedicated to providing complete manufacturing solutions through strategic partnerships.

Title: Design Engineer
Location: Portage, WI 53901
Salary: $80,000 - $110,000

Why join us?

  • Competitive base salary: $80,000 - $110,000
  • Full benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision
  • 401 (K) with generous company match
  • Generous Paid time off (PTO)
  • Vacation, sick, and paid holidays
  • Life Insurance coverage


Job Details
  • Develop comprehensive product design specifications that align with critical customer requirements.
  • Create sketches and concept drawings, accurately detailing dimensions and material specifications for parts and their interrelations.
  • Provide precise cost estimates in response to customer requests for quotes.
  • Document design inputs and ensure the finished product meets all design goals through rigorous validation and inspection.
  • Utilize SolidWorks to create detailed designs, adhering to KFI Engineering Standards, while maintaining organization within the EPDM vault.
  • Coordinate project review meetings with various teams, including Sales, Vendors, and Manufacturing, to discuss design feasibility and requirements.
  • Act as the liaison between sales personnel, supervisors, and customers, ensuring all customer requirements are met effectively.
  • Schedule and lead design review meetings, providing timely updates to supervisors on project statuses to ensure on-time completion.
  • Update existing product designs and manage the Engineering Change and Revision Process as needed.
  • Analyze and develop technical data relevant to assigned projects.
  • Contribute to KFI's outstanding safety record by prioritizing safety in all design and development activities.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Design or a related field.
  • 2 or more years of relevant experience
  • Knowledge of polymers, particularly thermoforming and/or injection molding is a plus.
  • Experience in material handling is preferred but not required.


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