Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Technosoft Engineering
Job overview
The Mechanical Design Engineer (Plastic) at Technosoft Engineering is a key member of the New Product Development team responsible for bridging product ideation to production, focusing on innovative design for optimal product performance and user experience.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves managing multiple projects from ideation to production, translating marketing needs into technical requirements, establishing product architecture, creating prototypes, handling 3D and 2D CAD work, using CAE tools, setting manufacturing specs, collaborating with Industrial Design and vendors, leading design validation testing, managing IP clearance, documenting technical decisions, and reporting to leadership on project status.
Experience and skills
Candidates must have a B.S. or higher in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Plastics Engineering or equivalent experience, with at least 6 years in Design Engineering, proficiency in 2D and 3D CAD (SolidWorks preferred), experience in plastics manufacturing especially injection molding, knowledge of DFMEA, and strong communication skills; preferred skills include GD&T, tolerance stack analysis, metal fabrication, FEA analysis, and experience working with Marketing and Industrial Design teams.
Job location and travel
Domestic and international travel up to 15% is required, specific office location not stated.
Unique job features
The job uniquely combines end-to-end product development with a strong focus on plastics engineering and cross-functional collaboration including IP management and design validation testing.
Company overview
Technosoft Engineering is a global engineering services provider specializing in delivering innovative design, analysis, and product development solutions across industries such as automotive, aerospace, heavy engineering, and consumer goods. The company generates revenue by offering services like CAD/CAE, engineering analysis, prototyping, and product lifecycle management to clients worldwide. Founded in 1999, Technosoft has built a reputation for leveraging advanced technologies and a skilled workforce to address complex engineering challenges. Its commitment to quality and customer-centric solutions has made it a trusted partner for engineering outsourcing.
How to land this job
Position your resume to highlight your expertise in plastics engineering, especially focusing on injection molding and multi-component assemblies, as these are key to Technosoft Engineering's requirements.
Emphasize your proficiency with 2D and 3D CAD software, particularly SolidWorks, along with your experience in DFMEA creation, tolerance stack analysis, and FEA tools like ANSYS or Moldflow to align with the job's technical demands.
Apply through multiple platforms including Technosoft Engineering's corporate careers page and LinkedIn to maximize your application visibility and reach.
Connect with current employees in the NPD or Mechanical Design divisions at Technosoft Engineering on LinkedIn; use ice breakers such as commenting on recent product launches, asking about their experience collaborating with marketing and industrial design teams, or inquiring about their approach to design validation testing.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords directly from the job description such as 'plastics engineering,' 'injection molding,' 'DFMEA,' 'SolidWorks,' and 'tolerance stack analysis' to ensure it passes initial automated screenings.
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