Job Description

Overview

VERSA is seeking a hands-on Design Engineer to help design and develop new products while improving the performance, quality, and manufacturability of our existing product line. This position combines engineering design, project management, prototype development, and testing with technical support for manufacturing.

Responsibilities

  • Participate in the design, analysis, testing, and safety agency approval of electromagnetic and mechanical assemblies.
  • Support continuous improvement initiatives for existing products.
  • Manage assigned engineering projects, coordinating activities, tracking progress, and maintaining project documentation.
  • Create, review, and check engineering documents, including 3D models, assemblies, detailed 2D drawings, laboratory reports, and technical specifications.
  • Work with the Assembly Department to troubleshoot and resolve technical production issues.
  • Use engineering simulation software to evaluate designs and support product development.
  • Build prototype assemblies, conduct tests, analyze results, and document findings.
  • Support ISO-related documentation and quality activities, including failure mode and effects analysis (FMEA), strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats (SWOT) analysis, and related records.

Requirements

  • A degree in Engineering Technology.
  • At least two years of relevant experience in a manufacturing environment.
  • At least two years of hands-on SolidWorks experience, including part design and assembly creation.
  • Ability to create 3D models and assemblies and prepare and interpret engineering drawings.
  • Experience using hand tools, including screwdrivers, wrenches, and drills.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • 401k
  • PTO

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental
Vision
401k
PTO

How this job compares in Paramus, NJ

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