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Company & Opportunity Overview

Confidential Client is a leading provider of retail, access, shelving & fixtures, and material-handling solutions for major retailers and distributors. The organization designs and manufactures hardware and integrated digital solutions used across retail and distribution networks. This role is part of the New Product Development (NPD) team supporting practical, cost-effective, and manufacturable solutions for retail and distribution customers.

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What You’ll Do

You will support entry-level engineering work across the full product development lifecycle. Responsibilities include:

• Complete defined product design and engineering deliverables from concept through production release and continuous improvement, including 3D CAD models, engineering drawings, BOMs, assembly documentation, and packaging drawings.
• Maintain accurate product data, specifications, revision records, and technical files in CAD/PDM systems to support configuration control and traceability.
• Collaborate with Product Management, Sales, Marketing, Operations, Supply Chain, Quality, and Project Management to meet product requirements, cost targets, and customer expectations.
• Own defined components, subsystems, and low-complexity product changes while supporting broader NPD projects through Product Gate Review (PGR) processes.
• Support engineering analyses, feasibility studies, competitive benchmarking, value engineering, and technology evaluations to improve performance, manufacturability, reliability, sustainability, and cost-effectiveness.
• Plan and execute validation tests and performance evaluations; document results and make data-driven recommendations.
• Design, build, and refine prototypes, test fixtures, mockups, and validation assemblies; provide hands-on support during pilot builds and product qualification.
• Create and revise assembly procedures, installation documentation, engineering change requests/orders (ECRs/ECOs), and technical specifications for production and product support.
• Collaborate with suppliers, customers, test technicians, and external partners to evaluate materials, components, and manufacturing processes.
• Support product compliance activities and maintain accurate test records in coordination with Quality and subject-matter experts.
• Communicate project status, technical risks, design changes, and development milestones to stakeholders.
• Incorporate customer feedback, field performance data, and testing results into product improvements.
• Consider sustainability principles in design work, including material selection, waste reduction, durability, and recyclability.

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Skills & Experience

Minimum qualifications and skills required for success:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or a related technical field from an accredited institution.
• 0–2 years of experience in product development, mechanical design, manufacturing, or engineering. Internship, co-op, or relevant project experience is acceptable.
• Proficiency with 3D CAD software; SolidWorks experience preferred.
• Familiarity with PDM systems and basic principles of design-data management, configuration control, and revision control; SolidWorks PDM experience preferred.
• Ability to create and interpret engineering drawings, BOMs, assembly documentation, and technical specifications.
• Basic understanding of manufacturing processes, materials, tolerances, quality-control principles, and design for manufacturing and assembly (DFMA).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; familiarity with testing methods, DOE, statistical analysis, or FEA is a plus.
• Hands-on mechanical aptitude and interest in fabrication, prototyping, testing, and product validation.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments, prioritize work, and meet deadlines with guidance.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and the Microsoft Office suite for analysis and documentation.
• Proactive, detail-oriented, and motivated to deliver practical design solutions.
• Willingness to travel up to 20%, including occasional international travel.

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Compensation & Logistics

• Estimated salary: $90,389 per year (estimated).
• Employment type: Full-time.
• Location: Wilmington, NC — on-site or as required by the role (local relocation or commuting details will be discussed during hiring).
• Reasonable accommodations available for applicants with disabilities upon request.

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Why Apply

This is an entry-level role with hands-on exposure to 3D CAD design, prototype development, testing, and cross-functional product development in the retail and material-handling manufacturing sector. It’s a strong opportunity for recent graduates or early-career engineers to grow technical skills and contribute to product launches serving major retail customers.

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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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