Confidential Company · 1 day ago
Product Design Engineer
Venice, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expConfidential Company is a fast-growing manufacturer of custom architectural door systems, and they are seeking a Product Design Engineer to take full ownership of a new product initiative. This role involves the full lifecycle from concept and design through testing, certification, sourcing, and scalable manufacturing.
Staffing & Recruiting
Responsibilities
Improve current products based on feedback from customers, sales, service, and quality teams
Design new products focused on performance, aesthetics, manufacturability, and code compliance
Stay informed on industry trends and upcoming code changes
Lead cross-functional teams through product rollouts and enhancements
Work with suppliers to source hardware, extrusions, and molded components
Select materials and glazing options that balance performance and cost
Support manufacturing by troubleshooting production issues
Create formulas, bills of materials, and product-specific drawings
Work with IT to set up product configurators
Provide technical support to internal teams and customers
Build 2D/3D CAD models and engineering drawings using AutoCAD and Inventor
Support the CAD team with submittals and custom project details
Lead testing strategy and coordinate third-party lab certifications (Miami-Dade, FPA, NFRC, ASTM, STC)
Apply DFM/A principles with supply chain and manufacturing teams
Develop fabrication guides, technical cut sheets, and internal documentation
Track milestones, manage technical check-ins, and support vendor coordination
Troubleshoot prototypes and implement corrective design changes
Identify potential opportunities for IP filings
Qualification
Required
5+ years of mechanical or product engineering experience in fenestration, windows, doors, curtain wall, architectural systems, or fabricated components
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Product Design, or related field
Advanced skill with AutoCAD and Autodesk Inventor (or similar)
Knowledge of structural, thermal, water, and air performance in building systems
Familiarity with testing, certification processes, and relevant industry standards
Comfortable managing multiple projects and working cross-functionally
Preferred
Experience with aluminum extrusion design and tolerances
Knowledge of ASTM, AAMA, NFRC, or related testing protocols
Experience taking a new product through full lifecycle at a small or mid-size manufacturer
Familiarity with Florida Product Approval or Miami-Dade NOA processes
Benefits
Base salary + performance bonus + equity eligibility after six months.
Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
401(k) with company match.
Paid time off and holidays.
Relocation support for strong candidates.
Company
Confidential Company
Hiring For Confidential Roles.
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Carl Myers MD, MBA
Founder and CEO
Mike Mileski
CEO
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