Sr. Product Design Engineer
Apply NowCompany: Landscape Structures
Location: Delano, MN 55328
Description:
ABOUT LANDSCAPE STRUCTURES
Landscape Structures Inc. has been the leading manufacturer of commercial playground equipment in the world for more than 50 years. Our employee-owned company designs community and school playgrounds that encourage kids of all ages and abilities to learn persistence, leadership, competition, bravery, support, and empathy through play. Landscape Structures pushes the limits-of design, inclusion, and play-to help kids realize there is no limit to what they can do today and in the future. For a better tomorrow, we play today.
POSITION SUMMARY
Responsible for designing and reviewing new products. Provide technical support for the design and testing of new products and conduct research of new materials.
VALUES
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
ATTRIBUTES
QUALIFICATIONS
The starting target salary range is $90,000 - $115,000, depending upon qualifications and experience. Expanded pay ranges may be available for growth and advancement opportunities. In addition to base salary, the compensation package also includes eligibility for a profit-sharing opportunity. Additionally, for eligible full-time employees, we offer a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits; vacation and paid holidays; 401(k) retirement plan and employee stock ownership plan.
Landscape Structures is an equal opportunity employer.
Landscape Structures Inc. has been the leading manufacturer of commercial playground equipment in the world for more than 50 years. Our employee-owned company designs community and school playgrounds that encourage kids of all ages and abilities to learn persistence, leadership, competition, bravery, support, and empathy through play. Landscape Structures pushes the limits-of design, inclusion, and play-to help kids realize there is no limit to what they can do today and in the future. For a better tomorrow, we play today.
POSITION SUMMARY
Responsible for designing and reviewing new products. Provide technical support for the design and testing of new products and conduct research of new materials.
VALUES
- Innovation
- Commitment and Passion
- Integrity
- Team and Relationships
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Creates designs and layout drawings using 3D modeling software as required for purposes of checking dimensional requirements and for review of aesthetics.
- Conducts research and testing of new materials.
- Creates detailed drawings and bills or materials as required for prototype and production build requirements.
- Ensures projects meet established timelines.
- Interfaces with suppliers and manufacturing engineering to assure designs meet objectives for costs and manufacturability.
- Directs project related tasks and facilitates product reviews.
- Work effectively with cross-departmental teams
- Maintains a dependable and predictable work attendance and productivity record.
ATTRIBUTES
- Proficient in design utilizing all LSI materials and processes (fab/weld, rotational molding, permalene, etc.)
- Direct prototyping activities for new designs
- Create and maintain project schedules
- Act as SME for design tools and methods
- Collaborate with ME team to improve manufacturing processes and techniques
- Ability to provide input and design assistance to other departments and/or business units
- Demonstrated ability to successfully manage and deliver projects with large designs incorporating multiple materials and processes
QUALIFICATIONS
- Ability to perform engineering related tasks
- Ability to effectively lead and direct cross functional teams.
- Ability to read and interpret documents and write routine reports
- Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical fundamentals.
- Ability to solve practical problems and be resourceful when working to find the best solution.
- Able to handle multiple tasks and be detail orientated.
- Proficient with the use of SolidWorks or other 3D solid modeling CAD software
- Ability to use standard office software such as MS Word and Excel
- Bachelor's degree in engineering preferred
- Minimum of 10 years' experience designing products preferred
The starting target salary range is $90,000 - $115,000, depending upon qualifications and experience. Expanded pay ranges may be available for growth and advancement opportunities. In addition to base salary, the compensation package also includes eligibility for a profit-sharing opportunity. Additionally, for eligible full-time employees, we offer a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability benefits; vacation and paid holidays; 401(k) retirement plan and employee stock ownership plan.
Landscape Structures is an equal opportunity employer.