Description

Iowa Rotocast Plastics, Inc. creates products that make dreams a reality. We are a manufacturer and supplier of premier merchandising equipment, including rotationally molded plastic products, wire racks, electric refrigeration, and fabricated portables for food and beverage concessionaires.

We are also home to Grizzly coolers and products. IRP clientele includes Fortune 500 companies such as Anheuser Busch, Miller Coors, Pepsi Co, Gatorade, Coca-Cola, Constellation Brands, Nestlé Waters, and many more of the largest global brands in food & beverage!

We look for people who want to bring their best. Always embracing differences and workforce diversity. IRP values a promotion within policy driven by career development and broadening skill sets.

Description

Product design engineer is responsible for end-to-end development of innovative products from concept to production. This role involves creating detailed designs, refining products to meet both customer expectations and manufacturing capabilities. They will work closely with cross-functional teams, including production, sales, and customer service to ensure that designs are not only functional and aesthetically pleasing but also cost-effective and manufacturable. With a strong focus on continuous improvement and adherence to industry standards, this position requires a blend of creativity, technical expertise, and collaborative skills to bring cutting-edge products to market successfully.

Essential Functions

Lead design projects from start to finish.
Design, engineer, research, and test prototypes for new products.
Create concepts, performance, and production criteria.
Identify and select materials needed for production.
Creates, develops, improves, and modifies existing products and designs.
Create solid models and detailed drawings for new designs and maintains design control documentation and project files.
Address and resolve production and customer problems related to product design.
Interface with customers on design, respond to requests for a particular product or design.
Work hands-on to identify problems during new product development and or when quality concerns arise.
Ability to work in a fast-paced organization, meeting multiple deadlines and succeeding under pressure.
Provide detailed quotes to sales team.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Iowa Rotocast Plastics offers a great work environment and leading rewards package

Competitive performance-based wages
Generous benefit plans: Medical, Dental, HSA, DCA, Life and Disability
Employee Health Program
401(k) pension plan with employer match
Paid time off
Nine paid Holidays
Bereavement Leave
Employee events
Employee discounts on IRP & Grizzly products

Iowa Rotocast Plastics is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We are committed to equal employment regardless of the individual's race, color, gender, national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, status as a military veteran, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Requirements

Qualifications/ Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Product Design, Industrial Design, or a related field.
0–3 years of product design or mechanical engineering experience preferred. Relevant experience may include internships, co-ops, academic projects
Proficient in SolidWorks, and knowledge of manufacturing processes
Ability to use Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey technical details clearly to non-technical team members.
Ability to handle multiple projects and meet tight deadlines.
Strong analytical skills with a creative approach to problem-solving.
Dependable and Reliable worker.

Iowa Rotocast Plastics, Inc.

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Product Design Engineer