Assistant Design Engineer
The Assistant Design Engineer supports the design and engineering of snow and ice equipment by creating and updating CAD models, drawings, and product documentation. This entry-level role involves hands-on experience with prototype builds, product testing, and engineering support activities, providing a foundation for career growth into a Design Engineer position.
About Careertakes
👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Manufacturing (snow & ice equipment & pier accessories).
Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.
What You’ll Do
This is an entry-level, hands-on mechanical design role supporting product design and engineering for snow & ice equipment and pier accessories. You will work under the direction of senior engineers to produce CAD models, drawings, and product documentation, help with testing and inspection, and support manufacturing and cross-functional teams.
- Create and update 3D models, assemblies, and 2D manufacturing drawings using SolidWorks.
- Make drawing and model revisions based on markups, engineering changes, and product improvements.
- Maintain engineering drawings, bills of materials (BOMs), specifications, and other product documentation.
- Support engineering change activities for existing products and components.
- Assist with inspection and measurement of components and finished products to verify conformance to drawings and specs.
- Support prototype builds, product testing, data collection, and documentation of test results.
- Perform basic engineering calculations and analysis under guidance.
- Assist with 3D scanning, measurement, and reverse engineering as needed.
- Collaborate with Production, Purchasing, Quality, Technical Service, and suppliers to resolve drawing, component, and manufacturing questions.
- Learn product families, manufacturing methods, materials, and relevant design standards.
- Troubleshoot product and production issues and document corrective changes.
- Perform other engineering and product support tasks as assigned.
Key Qualifications
- Associate or bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Design Technology, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or related technical field.
- Entry-level candidates and recent graduates encouraged to apply.
- Coursework or hands-on experience with 3D CAD software; SolidWorks experience preferred.
- Basic understanding of mechanical drawings, dimensioning, tolerances, and drafting practices.
- Familiarity with common manufacturing processes (sheet metal, machining, welding, assembly) is helpful.
- Comfortable working in both office/design and manufacturing floor environments.
- Strong attention to detail and eagerness to learn.
- Good problem-solving, organizational, and communication skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
Preferred / Nice-to-Have
- Exposure to GD&T (geometric dimensioning & tolerancing).
- Prior experience with BOM management and engineering change processes.
- Hands-on experience with inspection tools, 3D scanners, or prototyping.
- Experience in outdoor equipment, heavy equipment, or industrial manufacturing environments.
Development Opportunity
The Assistant Design Engineer role is designed to provide broad, practical experience across product design, manufacturing, testing, and engineering support. As you build CAD skills, product knowledge, and engineering judgment, there will be opportunities for more independent design assignments and potential progression to a Design Engineer role.
Compensation & Location
- Estimated salary: $80,757 per year (estimated).
- Location: Hartford, WI — on-site with regular interaction on the manufacturing floor and in the design office.
Working with a Third-Party Recruiter
Careertakes is handling this search on behalf of a Confidential Client. If selected, you will be employed directly by the Confidential Client. Careertakes may share additional matched opportunities with qualified applicants.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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