What are the responsibilities and job description for the Product Designer position at Actalent?
Description
• Design engineered solutions used in the manufacturing of residential and vehicle seating products for new products and to drive improvements in quality performance and cost
• Participate in and lead development teams in meeting project goals at cost targets and completing on-time to established schedules
• Specify materials and manufacturing processes for new or existing designs
• Validate designs using engineering calculations or analysis software
• Conduct or coordinate product testing to ensure compliance with internal and industry quality performance standards
• Assist in prototyping and trialing new product designs or improvements
• Create drawings and other product documentation for use by PD&E, Manufacturing, Quality, Marketing, and Merchandising Process Engineering Change Requests (ECRs) as assigned in a timely manner
• Understand and stay informed with Intellectual Property (IP) in the furniture industry Enter and maintain product data in Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems as needed
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- The Product Design Engineer will be directly involved in all stages of New Product Introduction projects from concept generation to product launch
- This position will also drive the improvement in quality and cost of existing product lines
- The primary responsibilities of the Product Design Engineer will include, but are not limited to, designing, prototyping, and validating new products, specifying materials and manufacturing processes for new or existing designs, and collaborating with other departments to meet project goals and objectives
- Design engineered solutions used in the manufacturing of residential and vehicle seating products for new products and to drive improvements in quality performance and cost
- Participate in and lead development teams in meeting project goals at cost targets and completing on-time to established schedules
- Specify materials and manufacturing processes for new or existing designs
- Validate designs using engineering calculations or analysis software
- Conduct or coordinate product testing to ensure compliance with internal and industry quality performance standards
- Assist in prototyping and trialing new product designs or improvements
- Create drawings and other product documentation for use by PD&E, Manufacturing, Quality, Marketing, and Merchandising Process Engineering Change Requests (ECRs) as assigned in a timely manner
- Understand and stay informed with Intellectual Property (IP) in the furniture industry Enter and maintain product data in Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems as needed
- Other duties as assigned by supervisor Up to 10% domestic/international travel required
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $65000.00 - $100000.00/yr.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package to its employees, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, and a 401k plan with a company match. We also provide an Employee Assistance Plan, tuition reimbursement, and employee discounts on furniture. Additionally, we offer benefits like maternity/paternity leave and flexible spending accounts.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in High Point,NC.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Jul 29, 2025.
About Actalent
Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.
Salary : $65,000 - $100,000