Junior Product Design Engineer
Key Skills for This Role
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Responsibilities
- Generate innovative product concepts through sketching, brainstorming sessions, market research, and competitive analysis.
- Develop detailed 3D CAD models and assemblies for new products and product improvements using SolidWorks.
- Create 2D technical drawings, engineering specifications, and Bills of Materials (BOMs).
- Build, test, and refine physical prototypes using 3D printing, model making, and other prototyping techniques.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and engineer kitchen and cleaning products that meet performance, quality, safety, and regulatory requirements.
- Research and apply material, manufacturing, and assembly concepts, with an emphasis on plastics and injection molding processes.
- Incorporate user experience, ergonomics, and color, material, and finish (CMF) considerations into product designs.
- Participate in product reviews, design evaluations, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Support Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) efforts to ensure products are manufacturable and cost-effective.
- Track product development projects and production milestones using tools such as Centric, Jira, and Wrike.
- Assist with product validation, testing, and documentation activities.
- Maintain product design files, technical documentation, and 2D/3D CAD databases.
- Provide technical support to internal stakeholders and cross-functional teams.
- Stay current on consumer product trends, emerging technologies, materials, and competitive products.
- Attend trade shows, supplier meetings, and product reviews as needed.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Product Design Engineering, Industrial Design Engineering, or a related technical field.
- 0-2 years of professional experience or relevant internship/co-op experience in product design, mechanical engineering, or product development.
- Proficiency with CAD software; SolidWorks experience preferred.
- Strong concept generation, visualization, and problem-solving skills.
- Understanding of fundamental mechanical engineering principles and material properties.
- Familiarity with manufacturing processes, including plastics and injection molding, preferred.
- Exposure to Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) principles preferred.
- Hands-on experience with prototyping tools and techniques, including 3D printing and model making.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment while managing multiple priorities.
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational and analytical skills.
- Familiarity with consumer products, housewares, kitchenware, or cleaning products is a plus.
- Portfolio demonstrating relevant engineering, CAD, product design, prototype, or academic project work is preferred.
- Ability to work in a hybrid environment, with in-office presence required Tuesday through Thursday.
- Pay and Benefits US$68,000.00 - US$75,000.00 Annually Final compensation offered will be determined based on a number of job-related factors, including the candidate’s skills, experience, and qualifications. Employees in this role are eligible to participate in the company’s benefits program, which includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with company matching, accrued vacation, floating holidays, and designated company holidays.
- Offer contingent on successful completion of a background check.
- Life at Bradshaw Home: At Bradshaw Home, we’re proud of our culture of collaboration, growth, and innovation. Recognized as a Great Place to Work®, we believe in supporting our people just as much as we support our customers. Want to see more of what it’s like to be part of our team?
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- Bradshaw Home is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. #LI-Hybrid
- Pay and Benefits
- US$68,000.00 - US$75,000.00 Annually
- Final compensation offered will be determined based on a number of job-related factors, including the candidate’s skills, experience, and qualifications. Employees in this role are eligible to participate in the company’s benefits program, which includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with company matching, accrued vacation, floating holidays, and designated company holidays.
- At Bradshaw Home, we’re proud of our culture of collaboration, growth, and innovation. Recognized as a Great Place to Work®, we believe in supporting our people just as much as we support our customers.
- Want to see more of what it’s like to be part of our team?
- Bradshaw Home is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Preferred Qualifications
- Proficiency with CAD software; SolidWorks experience preferred.
- Familiarity with manufacturing processes, including plastics and injection molding, preferred.
- Exposure to Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) principles preferred.
- Familiarity with consumer products, housewares, kitchenware, or cleaning products is a plus.
- Portfolio demonstrating relevant engineering, CAD, product design, prototype, or academic project work is preferred.
About Bradshaw Home
Private American housewares manufacturer and marketer serving retailers with kitchenware, cleaning products, and food-storage goods.
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