What are the responsibilities and job description for the Design Engineer position at KerberRose?
About the Role:
We’re helping a manufacturing client find a hands-on Design Engineer to transform customer and internal requirements into practical, manufacturable designs that meet performance, quality, cost, and delivery objectives. You’ll work closely with cross-functional teams—manufacturing, quality, purchasing, and operations—to support rapid product development, design for manufacturability, and continuous improvement in a high-mix, low-volume environment.
What You’ll Do:
- Create and release 2D drawings and 3D models for custom fabricated assemblies and components
- Support new product introductions (NPI) through concept development, prototyping, and production launch
- Apply Design for Manufacturability (DFM), Assembly (DFA), and Cost (DFC) principles
- Review customer specifications, drawings, and models; identify risks, gaps, and improvement opportunities
- Collaborate with manufacturing, quality, purchasing, and operations to ensure manufacturable, cost-effective designs
- Participate in design reviews and technical problem-solving for quality, fit, function, and performance
- Provide technical support on the shop floor during build, test, and validation activities
- Mentor and support less experienced engineers or designers
What We’re Looking For:
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field preferred (equivalent experience considered)
- Experience with 3D CAD modeling and 2D drawing creation (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Creo, or similar)
- Experience designing welded, fabricated, or machined components
- Familiarity with custom manufacturing, low-volume/high-mix, or OEM environments a plus
- Strong mechanical aptitude, practical problem-solving skills, and attention to detail
- Ability to collaborate effectively in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment
Why You’ll Love It Here:
- Take ownership of designs from concept to production
- Work on custom, high-impact projects that are actually built and used
- Be part of a team-first culture with opportunities to mentor and grow
- Competitive salary and benefits
Location: New Holstein, WI
Employment Type: Full-Time, Exempt