What are the responsibilities and job description for the Design Engineer position at Tune Outdoor?
Design Engineer
Company: Tune Outdoor
Location: Denver, CO
Job Summary
Tune Outdoor is a dynamic and growing company based in Denver, CO. We specialize in creating lightweight, modular truck campers and related outdoor equipment. As a tightsmall but growing and close-knit venture launched in 23’, we embrace a "one for all and all for one" approach, fostering teamwork and cross-department collaboration to drive innovation and success.
We are seeking an experienced Design Engineer/ or Industrial Designer with at least 5 years of expertise in design for manufacturing to join our team. In this role, you will play a key part in enhancing our current product lines, contributing to the design and development of future products, and supporting our existing lineup to ensure quality and performance meet the high standards our customers expect.
If you are passionate about outdoor equipment and enjoy working in a collaborative environment, we would love to hear from you!
Key Responsibilities and Job Requirements
- Excellent verbal and written communication and organization skills
- 5 years of experience using Solidworks
- 5 years of experience with DFM in the fields of sheet metal fabrication, machining, 3D printing, sheet good processing via CNC routers, casting, extrusions, injection molding
- Strong understanding of material sciences to ensure product longevity and inter-material compatibility
- Deep knowledge of most commonly known fastening methods to spec the most cost effective solution while maintaining all mechanical requirements for product stability (i.e. riveting, rivnuts, welding, bolting, blind riveting, semi-tubular riveting, buck rivets, spot welding, VHB bonding, adhesive bonding etc)
- 2 years of experience communicating with vendors for RFQ’s, MOQs, value engineering suggestions, part revisions and modifications, QC feedback etc
- Finite Element Analysis is desirable but not required
- Automotive or 4x4 background is a plus
- Collaborate with senior engineers to assist in designing, developing and testing new truck camper models and accessories
- Perform any tasks requested as needed to move the operation forward
- Proficient in Google Workplace (Gmail, Docs, Sheets, and Slides)
Physical Requirements
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform repetitive tasks
- Stand, bend, and reach for extended periods
- Comfortable working in various environmental conditions, including exposure to dust and noise
Job Type
- Full-time
Pay
- $75,000 - $95,000 Depending on Experience
Benefits
- Full health, dental and vision employer paid insurance coverage after ~60 days
- 8 paid holidays
- 2 weeks of paid time off
- 1 week of paid Holiday time off (Dec 26th-Dec 31st)
- $15k in employer paid life insurance
- 3% Simple IRA matching
- Tune M1 Employee Marketing Program after 6 months
Schedule
- Onsite, hybrid is a possibility
Supplemental pay types
- Discretionary bonus pay based on Tune performance goals and achievements
Join our team at Tune Outdoor and be part of a company that values its employees and takes pride in creating top-quality truck campers for outdoor enthusiasts. If you are eager to start your career in manufacturing and are committed to producing the best products, we encourage you to apply for this role.
Salary : $75,000 - $95,000