Product Development Engineer
Position Summary
As a Product Development Engineer at DSA Signage, you will lead and support the design and development of new products from early concept through production. You will serve as the technical owner for multiple projects, balancing customer requirements, manufacturability, cost targets, and quality standards. This role requires a strong foundation in engineering principles, practical fabrication experience, and the ability to independently manage projects in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Key Responsibilities
Design and develop new signage and display products from concept through production release
Create detailed 3D CAD models and 2D engineering drawings in SolidWorks to support standard and custom design requirements
Design for manufacturing and assembly (DFM/DFA), with a focus on sheet metal fabrication including cutting, forming, and joining
Maintain and manage product cost targets through material selection, design optimization, and supplier collaboration
Develop and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs) and work closely with procurement to order new and existing components
Conduct and lead design review meetings, incorporating cross-functional feedback
Perform basic FEA or structural analysis as needed to validate designs
Apply and interpret GD&T per ASME Y14.5-2009, including tolerance stack-up analysis on parts and assemblies
Track project status, manage priorities, and provide timely updates to stakeholders
Support prototype builds, testing, and design validation
Work closely with sales to understand customer needs throughout the development process
Collaborate with internal teams and fabrication partners to resolve manufacturing, and quality issues