Product Design Engineer
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Conax Technologies
Buffalo, NY, US
Summary
Design and develop innovative mechanical products, components, and assemblies while ensuring they meet customer requirements and business objectives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams including manufacturing, quality, and operations to drive product development from concept through production.
Job Description
Job Details: Job Location: CTB - BUFFALO, NY, Salary Range: $82500.00 - $98200.00Salary/year, Design the Next Generation of Industrial Solutions
Are you passionate about transforming ideas into innovative products that solve real-world customer challenges? We are seeking a talented Product Design Engineer to join our growing engineering team. In this role, you will drive the development of new products and enhancements to existing solutions, working at the intersection of design, manufacturing, and customer collaboration.
This is an exciting opportunity for an engineer who enjoys taking products from concept through production while working in a highly collaborative environment that values innovation, continuous improvement, and technical excellence.
What You'll Do
As a Product Design Engineer, you will:
Design and develop innovative mechanical products, components, and assemblies that meet customer requirements and business objectives.
Create detailed product specifications focused on fit, form, and function.
Partner closely with manufacturing, materials, quality, and operations teams to ensure successful product development and launch.
Collaborate with customers and internal stakeholders to define new product requirements and technical solutions.
Conduct engineering analysis, testing, and validation activities to optimize product performance and reliability.
Apply Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFMA) principles to improve quality, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.
Evaluate materials, manufacturing methods, and component designs to drive continuous improvement.
Support product quality initiatives and resolve technical challenges throughout the product lifecycle.
Document engineering designs, specifications, and development activities.
Qualifications: What We're Looking For
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
2-4 years of product design, mechanical engineering, or new product development experience.
Strong proficiency with 2D and 3D CAD software.
Understanding of engineering fundamentals including strength of materials, material selection, and mechanical design.
Experience with design validation, testing, and engineering problem solving.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with industrial products, instrumentation, sensors, or engineered components.
Working knowledge of FEA (Finite Element Analysis) software and stress analysis techniques.
Experience with D/PFMEA and risk-based design methodologies.
Familiarity with manufacturing processes, machining, fabrication, and assembly operations.
Experience managing multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
What Makes You Successful
We're looking for professionals who demonstrate:
Innovative thinking and curiosity
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Adaptability and resourcefulness
Customer-focused decision making
Effective written and verbal communication
Persistence and accountability
A collaborative, team-first mindset
Why Join Us?
Work on meaningful products that impact customers across multiple industries.
Collaborate with experienced engineering and manufacturing professionals.
Gain exposure to the complete product development lifecycle.
Opportunities for professional growth and technical advancement.
Competitive compensation and benefits package.
Culture built on innovation, integrity, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
Ready to Build What's Next?
If you're an engineer who enjoys designing, improving, and bringing innovative products to life, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and help shape the future of our products and technology.
Apply Now and Engineer the Solutions of Tomorrow.
Salary ranges for this position vary by job location and are determined based on experience, reflecting our commitment to recognizing individual expertise and contributions.
Successful Candidate must be able to meet U.S. export control requirements (ITAR/EAR) to gain access to technical data. This position requires access to technology that is subject to U.S. export control regulations. Candidates must be eligible for employment in the US and meet the requirements of ITAR.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate based on any legally protected status. Qualified applicants will receive consideration based on merit and business needs, and reasonable accommodations are available for individuals with disabilities. This job description is not intended to be all‑inclusive, and duties or requirements may change as business needs evolve. Employment is at will and may be terminated by either the employee or the company at any time, with or without cause or notice, in accordance with applicable law.
Conax Technologies is a global leader in the design and manufacture of temperature sensors, compression seal fittings, and cable and harness assemblies for a broad range of applications and industries, including aerospace, power generation, semiconductor, oil and gas, furnace, heat treating and more.
For over 70 years, Conax customers have relied on our expertise to provide both standard products and custom-designed solutions. We take the time to understand your unique challenges and develop solutions that help you—and your customers—succeed.
Conax has received AS9100D with ISO 9001:2015 certification and ISO/IEC 17025:2017 accreditation. Our commitment to delivering the highest-quality, leading-edge products on time and at a competitive cost makes us your indispensable partner.
Company size
51-200 employees
Industry
Industrial Machinery Manufacturing
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
Buffalo, NY
Conax Technologies is a global leader in the design and manufacture of temperature sensors, compression seal fittings, and cable and harness assemblies for a broad range of applications and industries, including aerospace, power generation, semiconductor, oil and gas, furnace, heat treating and more.
For over 70 years, Conax customers have relied on our expertise to provide both standard products and custom-designed solutions. We take the time to understand your unique challenges and develop solutions that help you—and your customers—succeed.
Conax has received AS9100D with ISO 9001:2015 certification and ISO/IEC 17025:2017 accreditation. Our commitment to delivering the highest-quality, leading-edge products on time and at a competitive cost makes us your indispensable partner.
Company size
51-200 employees
Industry
Industrial Machinery Manufacturing
Org type
Privately Held
Headquarters
Buffalo, NY