Senior Design Engineer

About Us

At Colder Products Company (CPC), we're on a mission to provide innovative solutions that redefine connections. Our commitment to quality and collaboration drives us to create products that make a difference in our customers' lives. Join our passionate team and be part of an organization that values creativity, teamwork, and integrity.

Your Role

Are you ready to make an impact? As a Senior Design Engineer,you will play a pivotal role in shaping our organization's success. You will work closely with our dedicated teams to develop effective solutions that align with CPC's strategic goals. This is more than just a job; it's an opportunity to grow, learn, and thrive in a supportive environment.

Summary: The Senior Design Engineer will be an integral member of the innovation team in support of CPC's businesses in addition to special projects from PSG. Primary responsibilities include conceptualization, engineering design, analysis and specification of new products, platforms, and technologies. The Senior Design Engineer should embody a logical, creative, and curious approach to product design, paired with a passion for innovation and problem solving.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Other duties or tasks may be assigned as required. Management may modify, change, or add to the duties of this description at any time without notice. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The essential duties and responsibilities include the following:

• Develop products from conceptualization to launch
• Perform predictive engineering tasks using ANSYS
• Collaborates and consults with Test, Manufacturing, Product Management and Quality Engineers in support of new product development
• Partner with Sales, Applications, and Marketing to create solutions for diverse OEM markets.
• Maintain a high level of interaction with all supporting functional areas such as R&D, Finance, Metrology, Molding, Laboratories (Research, Product Testing, and Development labs)
• Leads or assists in efforts to resolve product performance issues
• Adheres to all safety regulations
• Demonstrates support of CPC core values
• Perform other job duties as required to meet business needs.

Direct Reports:

• None

Qualification Requirements: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required to do so. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, or another related field
• 7+ years of design and product development experience
• Curious, creative, and tenacious problem solver
• Design experience with fluid handling components for industrial applications
• Understanding of the fundamentals of Finite Element Analysis
• Competent in the design and development of plastic components.

Preferred Job Qualifications:

• Familiarity with ISO 13485, medical device, or medical device components
• Working knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T)
• Machining understanding or experience
• Demonstrated history of working directly with customers to translate their needs into innovative new products.
• Drive - The unrelenting need for achievement and constant self-improvement
• Resiliency - the ability to persevere in the face of challenge and bounce back from setbacks
• Curiosity - a desire to explore the unknown and question the status quo in pursuit of better, more effective solutions
• Team-ability - the ability to function as part of a team, placing the success of the whole above the needs of the self
• Strong verbal and written communications skills required; must be able to communicate effectively with internal departments, vendors, and customers
• Ability to work independently, and to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• CAD proficiency - PTC Creo, Solidworks, etc
• Knowledge and grasp of rapid prototyping techniques and manufacturing methods
• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Demonstrated history of design innovation
• Energetic and enthusiastic approach toward the definition of new products, complimented by an educated and realistic business outlook
• Basic understanding of the fundamentals of intellectual property management
• 5+ years' experience in design of mass-produced products such as automotive, appliances, toys, etc.

Travel:

• Domestic and international travel up to 10%

Our Culture

At CPC, we believe that our people are our greatest asset. We foster a culture of respect, collaboration, and high ethical standards, where everyone is empowered to share ideas and grow together.

Growth & Development

We're dedicated to your professional journey. Our team provides mentorship and resources to help you develop your skills and advance your career. Whether you're new to the industry or a seasoned professional, we welcome your unique perspective.

Work/Life Balance

We understand the importance of balancing person and professional commitments. CPC operates on a Monday-Friday schedule, with opportunities for 1st and 2nd shift in production and warehouse roles. In addition, we offer generous paid time off, including company-paid holidays and volunteer time, to help you recharge and give back to your community.

Benefits & Compensation

At CPC, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including but not limited to:

• Health & Welfare Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA, FSA, Life Insurance, company-paid Long-Term & Short-Term Disability, Parental Leave, and wellness offerings including onsite gym.
• Retirement Plan: Generous company match, Profit-Sharing, Automatic Enrollment & Contributions
• Salary:$105,000/year - $135,000/year
  • This range is the pay scale for this role in Minnesota. Individual compensation is based on skills, experience, and qualifications related to this position.
• Bonus Eligibility:Yes

Join Us

If you're ready to be part of an innovative team that values connection and collaboration, we want to hear from you!

We are an equal-opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. We consider several job-related, non-discriminatory factors when determining the pay rate for a position, including, but not limited to, the position's responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, a candidate's education/training, the position's location, and the key skills needed for the position. Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their work. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.

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