Mechanical Engineer

Job Title: Product Development Engineer - Mechanical

Location: Westlake, OH

About the Role:

We're seeking a hands-on Product Development Engineer with a mechanical focus to join our growing team. This role will take designs from concept to production, bringing innovative physical products to life. If you enjoy designing, prototyping, and refining real-world products, you'll thrive here.

Key Responsibilities:

• Drive mechanical designs for a wide range of products, from concept through production.

• Develop practical, inventive solutions to complex mechanical and system-level challenges.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including industrial designers, electrical engineers, and suppliers to create well-integrated designs.

• Create robust CAD models, detailed engineering drawings, and tolerance analyses using SolidWorks (required).

• Rapidly prototype and iterate using 3D printing, machining, and other shop tools.

• Perform reverse engineering and implement design changes as needed.

• Specify materials and manufacturing processes to align with product goals.

• Support DFM, tooling, and production readiness with factories and vendors.

• Ensure designs meet applicable regulatory standards (UL, CE, NSF, etc.).

What You Bring:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering (BSME) required.

• 3+ years of experience in product development-machines, consumer goods, or related industries.

• Proficiency in SolidWorks is required.

• Hands-on approach: comfortable building prototypes, working with shop tools, and troubleshooting.

• Experience with 3D printing is a plus.

• Familiarity with plastic part design, DFM (Design for Manufacturability), and DFA (Design for Assembly) is a bonus.

• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to look at a product and envision practical improvements.

Why You'll Love This Role:

You'll work on a variety of interesting projects with the freedom to design, build, and refine physical products that make an impact. This is a great opportunity to grow your skills in a supportive, collaborative environment.