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The Design Engineer, New Product Development designs and develops mechanical tools and equipment for cable installation from concept through production. Working closely with product management, manufacturing, and quality, this role turns customer needs into engineering specifications, creates 3D CAD models and documentation, supports prototyping and testing, and assists with product launch and troubleshooting in an on-site manufacturing setting. Responsibilities Develop and design new mechanical tools and equipment from concept through production using a Stage-Gate process. Translate customer and market needs into engineering specifications and product requirements. Create 3 D CAD models, drawings, and documentation for complex mechanical assemblies. Plan and manage assigned engineering tasks, tracking milestones, risks, and design changes. Coordinate with manufacturing and suppliers on prototyping, component selection, and design for manufacturability. Support testing, validation, and iterative improvement using methods like FEA, DFMEA, and physical prototyping. Collaborate with product management, marketing, quality, and operations to ensure successful product launch. Support troubleshooting and continuous improvement for products during and after production launch. Required Skills 3 D CAD Modeling (Creo or similar) Mechanical Design of Complex Assemblies Finite Element Analysis (FEA) Design for Manufacturability (DFMA) Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (DFMEA) Prototyping and Mechanical Testing Product Lifecycle and Stage-Gate Processes Hydraulic and Pneumatic System Knowledge Manufacturing Documentation and Engineering Change Control ISO-Compliant Product Development Practices