Design Engineer

Design Engineer

Rotor Clip Co., Inc.| Somerset, NJ |Full-time

About Rotor Clip

Rotor Clip is the global leader in retaining rings, wave springs, and hose clamps. Our Somerset, NJ campus designs and manufactures over 20,000 standard and custom parts for automotive, aerospace, industrial, and medical applications. We are a privately held, family-owned company with vertically integrated manufacturing and certifications to ISO 9001, IATF 16949, AS9100, and ISO 13485.

Position Summary

The Design Engineer designs and improves products and processes while collaborating with manufacturing, quality, sales, and project teams. The role supports new product development, continuous improvement, and resolution of manufacturing issues to deliver cost-effective, reliable designs that meet customer and quality requirements.

Essential Duties

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• Design products, components, and assemblies in CAD (SolidWorks preferred)
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• Create engineering drawings, BOMs, specifications, and supporting documentation
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• Translate customer requirements into designs that meet performance, quality, and cost targets
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• Support prototyping, testing, validation, and product qualification
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• Perform calculations, tolerance analysis, and material selection
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• Process design changes through Engineering Change Notices (ECNs) and maintain documentation
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• Investigate manufacturing and quality issues and implement design corrections
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• Coordinate with suppliers on materials, tooling, and component specifications
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• Contribute to cross-functional teams for new product introductions and continuous improvement
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• Ensure compliance with industry standards, customer requirements, and applicable regulations
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• Provide technical support to production, quality, sales, and customers
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Qualifications

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• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field
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• 1–5 years of engineering design experience in a manufacturing environment preferred (internships count)
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• SolidWorks competence; MasterCam experience a plus
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• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes (machining, stamping, forming, welding, assembly, or metal fabrication)
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• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and apply GD&T
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• Knowledge of engineering materials and manufacturing methods
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• Experience with engineering change management and ERP/MRP systems preferred
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• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
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• Proficiency in Microsoft Office
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• Knowledge of ISO 9001, IATF 16949, AS9100, or ISO 13485 quality systems
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Physical Requirements

Ability to work in office and manufacturing environments, stand for extended periods, lift up to 25 lbs occasionally, use computers and engineering software frequently, and wear PPE as required. Occasional travel and overtime may be necessary.

Benefits

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• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
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• 401(k) with company match
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• Paid time off, vacation, and holidays
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• Life and disability insurance
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• Tuition assistance and professional development
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