Product Design Engineer

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Location: Ketchum, ID

Reports To: VP of Hardware Engineering

Job Type: Full-Time

DECKED is a leading manufacturer of in-vehicle storage solutions. We make innovative organizational systems that provide our customers with the solutions they need to get to work or get out of town; to get outdoors or get down to business. We are customer-first in everything we do and take pride in building high-quality, American-made products that let people do more, accomplish more, and stress less.

Our mission is simple, “Organize, Mobilize, and Energize the Sh*t out of America.”

When you work at DECKED, you’ll have the opportunity to leave your mark while working side by side with world-class team members. As a Product Design Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in shaping DECKED’s future by bringing to life compelling new products that deliver on DECKED’s brand pillars:

• Rugged
• Intuitive
• No B.S.

We are seeking a skilled and innovative individual with 5+ years of engineering experience to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in product design and development, with the ability to translate ideas into functional, manufacturable, and market-ready products. This role involves close collaboration with cross-functional teams, including engineering, manufacturing, marketing, and supply chain, to ensure that products meet both customer and company requirements. You’ll be joining an awesome and highly motivated team of Product Managers and Engineers who pride themselves on building great products and getting after it outside of work!

Key Responsibilities

• Conceptual Design & Development: Lead the design and development of new products from concept to production, ensuring alignment with market needs and company goals.
• CAD Modeling: Create and refine 3D models and detailed engineering drawings using industry-standard CAD software SolidWorks.
• Prototyping & Testing: Develop and oversee the creation of prototypes to validate design concepts, and collaborate with testing teams to ensure product durability, safety, and compliance.
• DFM (Design for Manufacturing): Work closely with manufacturing teams to ensure designs are optimized for cost-effective and efficient production, incorporating feedback from suppliers and factory partners.
• DFMEA (Design Failure Mode & Effects Analysis): Conduct and document DFMEA to identify potential design risks and ensure mitigations are in place early in the design process.
• DVP&R (Design Validation Plan & Report): Develop and execute DVP&R to ensure all design and validation tests are completed to meet performance, safety, and durability standards.
• Material Selection: Recommend appropriate materials and finishes based on product requirements, cost constraints, and sustainability goals.
• Project Management: Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring that deadlines, budgets, and performance targets are met.
• Collaboration: Partner with other engineers, product managers, and industrial designers to create products that are innovative, functional, and aesthetically pleasing.
• Continuous Improvement: Actively contribute to improving processes, tools, and systems related to product design and development.

Qualifications & Skills

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Experience: 5+ years of experience in consumer product design or automotive, ideally within a manufacturing or product development environment.
• CAD Software: Proficiency in CAD software such as SolidWorks.
• Engineering Analysis: Experience with FEA (Finite Element Analysis) and tolerance analysis to ensure product reliability.
• Prototyping & Testing: Proven ability to bring concepts to life through hands-on prototyping and testing.
• DFMEA & DVP&R: Strong experience in conducting DFMEA and developing/implementing DVP&R plans.
• DFM & DFA: Strong understanding of Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) principles.
• Problem-Solving: Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively present ideas and collaborate with team members.
• Project Management: Ability to manage time effectively and prioritize multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Additional Requirements: This role is a full-time, onsite position at the Ketchum, Idaho location. No VISA support will be provided, you must have work authorization already for the USA.

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