Design Engineer

(FREELANCER JOB ROLE) NOT AN FULL TIME OPPURTUNITY. Job Summary: We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Design Engineer – Plastics to join our engineering team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing plastic components and assemblies, primarily for [insert industry: automotive, medical devices, consumer electronics, etc.], ensuring optimal performance, manufacturability, and cost-effectiveness. The role involves collaboration with cross-functional teams including manufacturing, quality, and product management. Key Responsibilities: Design and develop plastic parts and assemblies using CAD tools (e.g., SolidWorks, CATIA, NX, Creo). Perform material selection for plastic components based on application, strength, durability, and environmental factors. Collaborate with product teams to define design requirements and ensure product functionality and aesthetics. Optimize designs for injection molding, thermoforming, blow molding, or other plastic manufacturing processes. Work with mold makers and tool designers to ensure manufacturability and cost-effective tooling. Conduct tolerance analysis, FEA (Finite Element Analysis), and DFM (Design for Manufacturing) reviews. Create and maintain detailed engineering drawings, BOMs (Bills of Materials), and documentation. Support prototyping, testing, and validation of plastic components. Identify and implement design improvements based on test results and feedback. Ensure designs meet relevant standards and regulatory requirements. Qualifications: Education: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Plastics Engineering, Product Design, or related field. Experience: 2–5+ years of experience in plastic part design and development. Hands-on experience with CAD software and PLM systems. Familiarity with various plastic materials and molding processes. Skills: Strong understanding of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing). Knowledge of FEA and thermal simulation tools is a plus. Excellent problem-solving, communication, and teamwork skills. Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines. Show more Show less