Design Engineer 2

Design Engineer II

Job Description:

Design Engineer II – Power Tools Value Engineering

As a Design Engineer II on the Value Engineering Team, you will utilize your developed mechanical engineering skillset to lead cost down initiatives across all Power Tool categories to increase profitability. As the technical lead you will own the design from origination to implementation while supporting the cross-functional team throughout the project.

This position will be located at our Milwaukee, WI office. Our corporate office is located near Miller Park, Milwaukee Zoo, Mitchell Park Domes, as well as many more attractions and restaurants. Within this role you will work in a fast-paced environment to innovate existing products as a member of a cross-functional team.

If you are interested in travel, domestic and international travel opportunities are available and sometimes required. Milwaukee Tool has three Global manufacturing facilities, located in Mexico, Vietnam and China

Duties and Responsibilities

• Design and test products from concept to production. 
• Demonstrated experience working cross-functionally to identify risks, validation or design path based on component requirements for durability and performance
• Serve as contact on value engineering team to collaborate with NPD teams to identify cost reductions and support cost saving opportunities on active projects prior to launch.

• Interact with suppliers to develop part/product specifications that meet performance requirements while falling within process capabilities. 

• Successful track record of executing and supporting team by performing a wide variety of calculations and software aided analyses in the following areas:
  • Mechanical stress analysis
  • Tolerance stack analysis
  • Material selection
  • Design for Manufacturing
  • Mechanism development and analysis

• Work as a technical resource to troubleshoot problems with manufacturing teams and suppliers. 
• Ability to review test data or testing failures to support root cause analysis with ability to identifying path(s) forward
• Ability to lead tool level cost investigation exercises with intent to identify cost reduction or product improvement opportunities.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Engineering Mechanics
• Minimum 2 years of design experience.
• Solid mechanical aptitude is required, including a broad knowledge of engineering materials, mechanical properties and an understanding of the manufacturing processes associated with these materials. 
• Proficiency in 3D CAD – ProE, SolidWorks, NX
• Proficiency in 2D drawing creation and specification utilizing a comprehensive understanding of GD&T
• Experience with FEA utilizing ANSYS suite
• Experience completing Root Cause analysis supporting project scope or testing failures
• Ability to travel up to 10% (travel includes Domestic and International).
• High interest in tools of the construction trades

We provide these great perks and benefits: 

• Robust health, dental and vision insurance plans. 

• Generous 401 (K) savings plan. 

• Education assistance. 

• On-site wellness, fitness center, food, and coffee service. · And many more, check out our benefits site HERE. 

Milwaukee Tool is an equal opportunity employer.