Schafer Retail Solutions + ยท 5 hours ago
Design Engineer
Adair, IA
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expSchafer Retail Solutions is seeking a driven and creative Product Designer / Design Engineer to join the Schafer Design Team. This role will collaborate closely with design and production teams to design, engineer, and prepare products for manufacture within the Lottery and Point of Sale (POS) industry.
ElectronicsManufacturingPlastics and Rubber ManufacturingRetailSalesService Industry
Responsibilities
Design components and products for retail environments, including:
Concept development
CAD modeling
Realistic rendering
Prototyping
Research and development
Testing and quality control
Prepare and maintain accurate Bills of Materials (BOMs)
Develop detailed engineering drawings for manufacturing
Prepare 2D and 3D production files for manufacture
Lead projects from concept through production, maintaining ownership and accountability
Conduct product handoff and sign-off with production teams
Support the design team with concept development based on supplied briefs
Liaise with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to support project execution
Ensure design intent is clearly communicated throughout the manufacturing process
Stay current with trends in POS and lottery product design and manufacturing
Demonstrate a proactive approach to learning new skills and improving processes
Manage time effectively to meet tight deadlines while maintaining accuracy
Work independently while contributing positively within a team environment
Maintain a professional, enthusiastic, and solution-oriented approach
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Minimum 2 years of experience in a similar role within manufacturing, engineering, or product design
Strong understanding of manufacturing and production processes
Proficiency in SolidWorks CAD (minimum 2 years)
Experience creating component and assembly drawings, engineering drawings and realistic renderings
Experience with Autodesk software and 2D file preparation
Working knowledge of Adobe products (Photoshop, Illustrator)
Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Portfolio or examples of previous work required
Highly proficient in spoken and written English
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Excellent attention to detail
Ability to work collaboratively in a small business environment to meet project and client objectives
Ability to work well in a diverse environment
Ability to pass a background check and pre-employment drug screening
Benefits
Competitive Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance Benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Tuition Reimbursement
Generous Paid Time Off
401k with Company Match
Profit Sharing
Unlimited Referral Bonus Earning Potential
And More!
Company
Schafer Retail Solutions +
Since 1986, Schafer Retail Solutions+ is an innovative leading manufacturer of plastic products for the lottery industry.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageRecent News
Google Patent
2025-08-21
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