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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Design Engineer - **Company:** Havis, Inc. - **Location:** Warminster, PA, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, 3d Models, Computer-Aided Design, 3D Scanning, Microsoft Windows, Configuration Management, SolidWorks (CAD), Data Warehousing, Document Management Systems, Microsoft PowerPoint, Reverse Engineering, Office365, Data Analytics - **Published:** October 5, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=b8467df345828f12 ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related engineering discipline from an accredited institution. * Five to ten years of progressive design engineering or product-development experience using a solid-modeling CAD platform; demonstrated proficiency with SolidWorks is strongly preferred. * Working knowledge of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T), tolerance analysis, design for manufacturability (DFM), and design for assembly (DFA). * Strong mechanical aptitude, sound engineering judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment with limited supervision. * Practical experience with one or more of the following manufacturing processes, listed in order of preference: * Sheet-metal fabrication, forming, and stamping. * Machining, milling, and turning. * Plastic injection molding and metal die casting. * Painting, plating, and other finishing processes for metal and plastic components. * Proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, in a Windows environment. * Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain technical information clearly to cross-functional audiences. * Demonstrated proficiency with common hand tools and the ability to perform careful mechanical assembly and installation work. * Visual acuity corrected to 20/20, as needed to perform detailed inspection, measurement, installation, and computer-based design work., * Experience designing products or equipment for automotive, commercial-vehicle, public-safety, fleet, or other highly engineered applications. * Experience with product lifecycle management (PLM), engineering change notices or orders, configuration control, and formal design-release processes. * Familiarity with 3D scanning, point-cloud or mesh processing, reverse engineering, and converting measurement data into production-ready CAD geometry. * Experience participating in structured design reviews, failure investigations, validation planning, supplier technical reviews, or continuous-improvement initiatives. * Working knowledge of applicable engineering standards, quality-management systems, and ISO-controlled product-development environments. Core Competencies: * Technical excellence: Applies sound engineering principles, careful analysis, and disciplined documentation to produce accurate, practical designs. * Problem solving: Identifies root causes, evaluates tradeoffs, and develops timely solutions supported by data and engineering judgment. * Collaboration: Works constructively across departments and with suppliers, communicates design intent clearly, and incorporates stakeholder feedback appropriately. * Planning and ownership: Organizes work, manages competing priorities, meets commitments, and escalates technical or schedule risks promptly. * Continuous improvement: Seeks opportunities to improve product quality, design methods, standard work, documentation, and manufacturing efficiency. Additional Requirements: * Ability to regularly lift, carry, and move items weighing up to 25 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation. * Ability to bend, reach, kneel, and work in confined vehicle-interior spaces while performing measurements, trim removal, installations, and related hands-on tasks. * Ability to travel occasionally, including approximately three trips per year, primarily to Michigan, based on project requirements. ## Description Position Summary: The Design Engineer is responsible for the end-to-end mechanical design and development of vehicle-related products, components, and assemblies from concept through production support. This position combines advanced SolidWorks modeling, engineering analysis, technical documentation, prototype evaluation, and hands-on installation work. The successful candidate will collaborate with Engineering, Validation, Quality, Purchasing, Production, suppliers, and other stakeholders to deliver safe, reliable, cost-effective, and manufacturable solutions that satisfy customer requirements, internal standards, and project schedules. Responsibilities * Create and develop 3D models of components and assemblies in SolidWorks, translating product requirements into robust mechanical designs that address function, structural performance, manufacturability, serviceability, and ease of assembly. * Prepare complete component and assembly drawings, including dimensions, tolerances, materials, finishes, notes, and revision information, for release to suppliers and internal manufacturing teams. * Develop and maintain accurate bills of materials (BOMs), part lists, and associated engineering documentation throughout the product lifecycle. * Support prototype and production builds through hands-on assembly, fit checks, troubleshooting, design adjustments, and clear communication of findings to project stakeholders. * Remove vehicle trim and install products as needed to evaluate packaging, fit, function, accessibility, and installation requirements while following established safety and workmanship standards. * Operate a portable 3D scanning arm within vehicle interiors to capture accurate dimensional data; process and apply scan data to support design development and verification. * Travel occasionally, approximately three trips per year, primarily to Michigan, to support vehicle measurements, installations, validation activities, supplier coordination, or production needs. * Provide timely technical support to Engineering, Validation, Purchasing, Quality, Production, and suppliers by clarifying design intent and resolving product or manufacturing issues. * Perform tolerance stack-ups and structural evaluations to verify that designs meet requirements; apply finite element analysis (FEA) knowledge when appropriate. * Use data-driven problem-solving and root-cause analysis methods to investigate failures, document conclusions, recommend corrective actions, and confirm effectiveness. * Support engineering process improvements and company technical initiatives, including document control, design reviews, standardization, and ISO compliance activities., * Work is primarily performed in a professional office and engineering environment using standard computer, communication, CAD, measurement, and documentation equipment. * The role periodically requires work in prototype, manufacturing, production, supplier, or vehicle-installation areas where noise, moving equipment, tools, and other industrial conditions may be present. * Employees must follow all applicable safety procedures and use required personal protective equipment (PPE) when entering designated work areas.