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Early Career Design Engineer

Location

Dayton, OH

Type

Direct Hire

Salary

$64,000.00 - $75,000.00 yr

DESIGN 1 ENGINEER (job description 2025)
 
We have partnered with a Global Automotive Research & Development Firm at their North American HQ to lead a search for their Design 1 Engineer role. Our client is a leader in Auto R&D and this role comes with a tremendous opportunity for growth.  
·         The Design Engineer’s two core responsibilities will include the design (CAD/technical) and communications (project coordination).
·         Design Engineers lead and drive the execution of new product development projects from Design through CAE, Prototyping, and Testing.
·         You will be designing component parts and make 3D math data and 2D drawings.
·         You will lead communications between the customer and the designers.
·         You will assist in determining and meeting customer requirements, along with assessment of product performance, manufacturability, and cost management.
·         You will set and achieve project objectives, kick-off, milestones, on-time completion and post-project effectiveness analyses.
EDUCATION

Bachelor Degree in Mechanical Engineering required

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS 

MUST HAVE CATIA experience and/or knowledge.
1-2 years working experience in the Automotive Industry.
Must be able to communicate effectively and work in a team environment.
1-2 years of related product design experience.