Design Engineer – Value Engineering & Product Development

About the role

The Design Engineer I will support value‑engineering projects aimed at cost reduction while driving product engineering activities. You will work closely with cross‑functional teams, suppliers and manufacturing partners to create robust design, manufacturing and process solutions.

Key responsibilities

• Support value‑engineering initiatives focused on cost‑reduction opportunities.
• Develop mechanical design solutions and engineering improvements.
• Create and maintain 3D models and 2D drawings.
• Participate in Engineering Change Requests (ECRs) and Engineering Change Notices (ECNs).
• Collaborate with suppliers and sourcing teams for quotations and technical evaluations.
• Support production‑line events and validation builds.
• Perform hands‑on assembly and disassembly testing of power tools.
• Conduct technical analysis, including failure analysis and risk assessments.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Mechatronics, Electromechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes.
• Understanding of GD&T principles.
• Strong problem‑solving and communication abilities.
• Advanced English proficiency.

Required skills

• 3D modeling (CAD) and 2D drafting.
• Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Mechanical design and material mechanics.
• Failure analysis techniques.
• Engineering change management (ECR/ECN) processes.
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes.