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Design Engineer
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Plastic Design Industries LLC
Chelmsford, MA (In Person)
$85,000 Salary, Full-Time
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Design Engineer Plastic Design Industries LLC North Chelmsford, MA Job Details Full-time $75,000 - $95,000 a year 5 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Qualifications Customer communication Teamwork GD&T Attention to detail Requirements analysis ASME codes & standards 3D modeling
Full Job Description Position Summary:
Seeking a skilled and motivated Design Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will be responsible for developing and refining product designs from concept through production, working closely with manufacturing, quality, and customer-facing teams to deliver high-performance plastic components and assemblies. Summary - Job Responsibilities -Activities:
Product Design & Development Design plastic components and assemblies using CAD software (SolidWorks, Autocad, or equivalent), ensuring alignment with functional, aesthetic, and manufacturing requirements. Develop detailed 2D drawings and 3D models, including GD&T annotations, tolerances, and material callouts. Lead DFM and DFA reviews to optimize designs for CNC machining, fabrication and customer requirements. Create and maintain engineering BOMs, designs, and product documentation throughout the product lifecycle. Manufacturing Collaboration Partner with operations team to ensure designs are manufacturable and tooling is optimized. Support first-article inspections (FAI) for new and revised components. Troubleshoot production issues related to dimensional non-conformances, material defects, or process variation, and implement corrective actions. Cross-Functional & Customer Engagement Collaborate with sales, project management, and customers to translate requirements into engineering specifications. Participate in design reviews, FMEA sessions, and customer-facing technical presentations. Support cost-reduction initiatives through design optimization and alternate material or process evaluation.Skills and Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Plastics Engineering, Materials Science, or a related field.
- 3-7 years of hands-on experience in product design within a manufacturing environment.
- Proficiency in 3D CAD software (SolidWorks preferred).
- Experience applying GD&T per
ASME Y14.5
standards.- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.