Design Engineer | Kalamazoo, MI

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

Are you a skilled professional with a passion for creating innovative product designs and solving engineering challenges? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to building meaningful connections in the manufacturing community. We are collaborating with companies in Kalamazoo seeking experienced 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 collaborating with manufacturing firms in Kalamazoo that are seeking skilled Design Engineers. These organizations are dedicated to maintaining high standards and are looking for professionals who can contribute effectively. By joining our network, you position yourself for opportunities aligned with your career goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Designs and develops new products and product improvements.
• Creates detailed engineering drawings and specifications using CAD software.
• Collaborates with manufacturing teams to ensure design for manufacturability and assembly.
• Conducts design reviews and implements feedback for product optimization.
• Performs stress analysis and simulations to validate design integrity.
• Selects appropriate materials and components based on performance requirements and cost.
• Develops and executes test plans to verify product performance and reliability.
• Troubleshoots design-related production issues and implements corrective actions.

Recommended Qualifications

• Strong communication and problem-solving skills

Bonus Qualifications

• Additional certifications or training

Job Titles That Should Apply

Design Engineer, Mechanical Design Engineer, Product Design Engineer, CAD Engineer, R&D Design Engineer, Engineering Designer, Senior Design Engineer, Principal Design Engineer, Design and Analysis 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.