About the Role:

We’re helping a manufacturing client find a hands-on Design Engineer to transform customer and internal requirements into practical, manufacturable designs that meet performance, quality, cost, and delivery objectives. You’ll work closely with cross-functional teams—manufacturing, quality, purchasing, and operations—to support rapid product development, design for manufacturability, and continuous improvement in a high-mix, low-volume environment.

What You’ll Do:

• Create and release 2D drawings and 3D models for custom fabricated assemblies and components
• Support new product introductions (NPI) through concept development, prototyping, and production launch
• Apply Design for Manufacturability (DFM), Assembly (DFA), and Cost (DFC) principles
• Review customer specifications, drawings, and models; identify risks, gaps, and improvement opportunities
• Collaborate with manufacturing, quality, purchasing, and operations to ensure manufacturable, cost-effective designs
• Participate in design reviews and technical problem-solving for quality, fit, function, and performance
• Provide technical support on the shop floor during build, test, and validation activities
• Mentor and support less experienced engineers or designers

What We’re Looking For:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field preferred (equivalent experience considered)
• Experience with 3D CAD modeling and 2D drawing creation (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Creo, or similar)
• Experience designing welded, fabricated, or machined components
• Familiarity with custom manufacturing, low-volume/high-mix, or OEM environments a plus
• Strong mechanical aptitude, practical problem-solving skills, and attention to detail
• Ability to collaborate effectively in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment

Why You’ll Love It Here:

• Take ownership of designs from concept to production
• Work on custom, high-impact projects that are actually built and used
• Be part of a team-first culture with opportunities to mentor and grow
• Competitive salary and benefits

Location: New Holstein, WI

Employment Type: Full-Time, Exempt