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# Design Engineer

- **Company:** Sportech Inc
- **Location:** Elk River, MN, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $77,000.0 - $87,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Computer-Aided Design, SolidWorks (CAD), Failure Mode Effects Analysis, Epicor ERP, Creo
- **Published:** October 21, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=f1aaa332dd136185

## About the Role

* Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
 * 3-8 years of demonstrated experience contributing to new product development projects.
 * Proficient in designing with 3D CAD Software (preferably SolidWorks and/or Creo).
 * Proficient in MRP system operation (Epicor as a preferred system).
 * Experience designing mechanical systems, assemblies, or manufactured products.
 * Strong working knowledge of GD&T, DFM/DFA, FMEA, and tolerance analysis.
 * Ability to lead structured problem-solving efforts using Root Cause Analysis tools.
 * Working knowledge of APQP, change management, and validation methodologies.
 * Use of simulation and FEA analysis in part and assembly design
 * Strong project management and organizational skills.
 * Effective communication with customers, suppliers, and cross-functional stakeholders.
 * Ability to influence decisions without direct authority.
 * Demonstrated ability to manage multiple medium-complexity projects simultaneously.
 * Flexibility to work on projects as workloads and priorities mandate.

## Description

The Design Engineer develops and executes engineering solutions for new product development programs. This role owns significant portions of products or subsystems and contributes to innovation, technical decision-making, product performance, and successful commercialization efforts. The position demonstrates growing technical depth, product ownership, and influence across cross-functional teams in the Product Development Process (PDP)., * Independently designs components, assemblies, and subsystems for new product development projects.

 * Develops engineering concepts that balance performance, cost, quality, manufacturability, and timing objectives.
 * Owns engineering deliverables for assigned portions of product development projects.
 * Participates in customer interactions to understand product requirements and design expectations.
 * Leads design reviews for owned components and subsystems.
 * Conducts design analysis, validation planning, testing, and issue resolution.
 * Collaborates with suppliers and sourcing teams to optimize component designs and manufacturing methods.
 * Applies DFM/DFA, GD&T, FMEA, and risk mitigation techniques.
 * Drives engineering problem-solving efforts related to prototype, test, manufacturing, and field issues.
 * Contributes ideas for product innovation, cost reduction, and performance improvements.
 * Assists in mentoring junior engineers and supporting team knowledge development.
 * Maintains compliance with PDP requirements and engineering standards.