Product Design Engineer Job Description We are seeking a skilled Product Design Engineer to develop and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs) for both new and legacy products. This role involves hands-on product engineering and design using 3D CAD, as well as creating Excel macros and formulas to prepare BOM data for ERP system integration. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with IT and participate in cross-functional meetings to ensure the accurate and timely upload of data. Responsibilities Develop and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs) for new and legacy products. Perform product engineering and design using 3D CAD software. Create and utilize Excel macros and formulas to prepare BOM data for ERP system integration. Collaborate with IT to ensure accurate and timely data uploads into the ERP system. Participate in cross-functional meetings with design, engineering, and operations teams. Essential Skills Proficiency in Excel and Access, including the use of macros and formulas for data automation. Experience with 3D CAD software. 3-5+ years of relevant experience with bill of material, data management, or ERP-related roles. Bachelor's or Associate's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Statistics, Analytics, Computer Science, or related discipline. Additional Skills & Qualifications Familiarity with ERP systems is preferred. Experience with design and analysis of wood or aluminum products is ideal. Knowledge of Autodesk Inventor, FEA, GD&T, and 3D design. Work Environment This role is 100% desk-based, involving product design project work and organizing BOMs using Excel formula sheets. You will be part of a transformative project impacting multiple departments including manufacturing, quality, design, and IT. The work environment is collaborative, emphasizing hands-on problem solving and continuous improvement. A flexible schedule promotes work-life balance. Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Dubuque, IA. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $25.00 - $42.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:
- Medical, dental & vision
- Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
- 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
- Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
- Short and long-term disability
- Health Spending Account (HSA)
- Transportation benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Dubuque,IA.
Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on May 28, 2026. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.
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