Design Engineer | Allendale, MI

Salary Range: $76,000 - $116,000 depending on experience

Are you ready to take on a challenging and rewarding opportunity in {{role_field}}? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is committed to building meaningful connections in manufacturing. We partner with leading companies in Allendale seeking Design Engineers.

We are building our network of talent in this field across West Michigan and the broader manufacturing region Pivot Group Network serves. Our partner companies may or may not have an immediate opening for this exact role today, but we actively look for skilled professionals in the regions where they operate. If there is alignment now or in the near future, we reach out.

The Opportunity

We are working with companies in Allendale that are adding Design Engineers to their teams. These organizations value quality over speed in hiring. By connecting with us, you position yourself for opportunities that align with what you're looking for.

Key Responsibilities

• Designs and develops new products or modifies existing ones to improve performance, reduce cost, or enhance manufacturability.
• Creates detailed 2D and 3D CAD models, drawings, and specifications for components and assemblies.
• Conducts engineering analysis (e.g., FEA, CFD) to validate designs and predict performance under various conditions.
• Collaborates with cross-functional teams including manufacturing, quality, and supply chain to ensure design feasibility and smooth production.
• Selects appropriate materials and manufacturing processes based on design requirements, cost, and availability.
• Develops and maintains engineering documentation, including bills of materials, design reviews, and change orders.
• Troubleshoots design-related issues during prototyping, testing, and production.
• Participates in continuous improvement initiatives to optimize product designs and engineering processes.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Design, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in product design within a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD, CATIA).
• Demonstrated experience with DFM (Design for Manufacturability) and DFA (Design for Assembly) principles.
• Strong understanding of various manufacturing processes (e.g., injection molding, machining, sheet metal fabrication).

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) principles.
• Proficiency in simulation and analysis tools (e.g., FEA, CFD) to validate designs.
• Familiarity with various manufacturing processes beyond primary expertise (e.g., injection molding, sheet metal, additive manufacturing).
• Demonstrated ability to work with cross-functional teams, including production, quality, and supply chain.
• Experience with product lifecycle management (PLM) systems and engineering change processes.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Design Engineer, Product Design Engineer, Mechanical Design Engineer, CAD Design Engineer, Senior Design Engineer, Principal Design Engineer, R&D Design Engineer, Innovation Design Engineer, Industrial Design Engineer

Why The Pivot Group Network

The Pivot Group Network was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic—they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory. Learn more at https://www.thepivotgroup.org.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out at https://www.thepivotgroup.org. The Pivot Group Network offers resources to support your search—market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.