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Design Engineer - Mattawan Area

The Pivot Group Network, Virginia, Minnesota, United States, 55792

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Design Engineer | Mattawan, MI

Salary Range:

$76,000 - $116,000 depending on experience

Are you ready to take on a challenging and rewarding opportunity in {{role_field}}? The Pivot Group is committed to building meaningful connections in manufacturing. We partner with leading companies in Mattawan seeking Design Engineers.

The Opportunity We are working with companies in Mattawan that are adding Design Engineers to their teams. These organizations value quality over speed in hiring. By connecting with us, you position yourself for opportunities that align with what you're looking for.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and optimize product designs and components using CAD software.

Generate detailed engineering drawings, specifications, and Bills of Material (BOMs).

Conduct design analysis, simulations (e.g., FEA), and calculations to validate designs.

Collaborate with manufacturing, production, and quality teams to ensure manufacturability and resolve design-related issues.

Select appropriate materials and manufacturing processes based on design requirements, cost, and performance.

Participate in prototyping, testing, and validation of new designs.

Implement design changes and improvements based on feedback, testing, and production data.

Recommended Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Design, or a related field.

Proficiency in industry-standard CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, CATIA, Creo) and strong understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).

Proven knowledge of various manufacturing processes (e.g., machining, injection molding, sheet metal fabrication) and application of Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) principles.

Experience with material selection, properties, and their application in manufacturing environments.

Experience in prototyping, testing, and validation of designs for production readiness.

Bonus Qualifications

Proficiency with FEA or CFD software for design validation.

Practical experience with advanced manufacturing processes (e.g., additive manufacturing, injection molding).

Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or higher certification.

Experience with scripting or programming for design automation (e.g., Python, VBA).

Job Titles That Should Apply Design Engineer, Product Design Engineer, Mechanical Design Engineer, CAD Design Engineer, Development Engineer, R&D Engineer, Engineering Designer, Product Engineer

Why Pivot Group The Pivot Group was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic—they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match‑driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out. The Pivot Group offers resources to support your search—market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.

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