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Quanex

Product Design Specialist

Saint Cloud, MN · On-site

Quanex is looking for a Product Design Specialist to join our team located in St. Cloud, Minnesota ... outdoor products markets. We are A Part of Something Bigger by improving the performance and ...

Three Point Solutions

Product Design Engineer

Ottumwa, IA · On-site

$40 - $43/hr

Ottumwa, IA 52501 Duration: 24 Months (Possibility of Extension/Conversion) Shift: 1st Shift (8:00 AM - 5:00 PM) Job Summary Entry-level product engineering role focused on mechanical design support ...

AB SKF

Product Design Engineer

Falconer, NY · On-site

$120K - $144K/yr

Product Design Engineer Location: Falconer, Ny Salary Range: $ 77,000.00 to $ 87,000.00 About SKF ... We are seeking an experienced professional, but we will also consider entry-level applicants with ...

SKF Group

Product Design Engineer

New York, NY

$141K - $169K/yr

Product Design Engineer Location: Falconer, Ny Salary Range: $ 77,000.00 to $ 87,000.00 About SKF ... We are seeking an experienced professional, but we will also consider entry-level applicants with ...

onX

General Consideration - Product Design

Missoula, MT · On-site

$187K/yr

PRODUCT DESIGN We value high creativity and high visual design skills to shape our products. We ... We bring our enthusiasm for technology and the outdoors to work every day, with the goal of ...

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How much do entry level outdoor product design jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for entry level outdoor product design in the United States is $184,336.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $189,000.00 and $189,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Entry Level Outdoor Product Design vs Entry Level Apparel Designer?

AspectEntry Level Outdoor Product DesignEntry Level Apparel Designer
CredentialsDegree in Industrial Design, Product Design, or related fieldDegree in Fashion Design, Textile Design, or related field
Work EnvironmentDesign studios, outdoor gear companies, manufacturing facilitiesFashion houses, apparel brands, clothing manufacturers
Industry UsageOutdoor gear, sporting goods, adventure equipmentClothing, fashion, retail apparel
Common Search IntentOutdoor gear design, rugged product developmentClothing design, fashion trends

Entry Level Outdoor Product Design focuses on creating functional, durable outdoor gear and equipment, often requiring knowledge of materials and outdoor use conditions. Entry Level Apparel Designer concentrates on fashion, fabric selection, and trends for clothing. While both roles involve design skills and industry-specific knowledge, outdoor product designers emphasize durability and outdoor functionality, whereas apparel designers focus on aesthetics and fashion trends.

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Entry Level Outdoor Product Design jobs near you
Infographic showing various Entry Level Outdoor Product Design job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 75% In-person, and 25% Hybrid job distribution, with an average salary of $184,336 per year, or $88.6 per hour.
Product Design Specialist

Product Design Specialist

Quanex Building Products

Wahpeton, ND

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 29 days ago

Quanex rating

6.5

Company rating: 6.5 out of 10

Based on 58 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

447th of 518 rated manufacturers

Job description

Quanex is looking for a Product Design Specialist to join our team located in St. Cloud, Minnesota or Wahpeton, North Dakota.

Responsible for providing technical support for the development of new products and product enhancements. You will manage assigned projects from inception to implementation in production. Will create CAD drawings and details processes, layouts, and new product designs while providing ongoing customer support with sample requests and follow-up on new products.

Schedule: Monday-Friday, 40 Hours per week (work schedule will be discussed during interview)

We Offer You!

  • Medical, dental & vision start the 1st of the month after hire
  • Medical coverage featuring wellness incentives that may significantly reduce employee premiums
  • PTO, paid holidays & paid training — starts right away
  • 401(k) with company match & vesting
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Life insurance provided
  • Tuition assistance
  • Wellness resources & onsite physical therapist
  • Safety-toe shoes at no cost
  • Free fountain drinks and coffee during shifts
  • Supportive, people-first culture

What’s attractive about the Product Design Specialist role?  

  • Collaborative and Team-Oriented environment
  • Growth opportunity
  • On-the-Job Training

What Success Looks Like:

  • Utilizes CAD software to develop conceptual drawings of new or modified products.
  • Manages assigned product projects from concept to implementation, keeping meeting notes, and other related documentation of the development process.
  • Coordinates with internal and external customers in the development of products.
  • Provides support for Product Engineering, Sales, Manufacturing, Quality, and Sourcing.

What You Bring:

  • Associate’s degree in drafting, similar degree or equivalent work experience. 
  • 2+ years of manufacturing experience, required.
  • AutoCAD or similar software experience
  • Project Management and organizational skills.
  • Ability to handle multiple jobs simultaneously and to organize and review large volumes of data.
  • Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills.
  • Bringing a positive attitude and team-oriented mentality.

The salary range for this position is $72K - $76K w/ bonus potential.

About Quanex, A Part of Something Bigger

Quanex (NYSE: NX) is a global, publicly traded manufacturing company primarily serving OEMs in fenestration, cabinetry, solar, refrigeration and outdoor products markets. We are A Part of Something Bigger by improving the performance and aesthetics of end products through continuous innovation, helping customers achieve greater production efficiency, dedication to giving back to communities where we operate, producing shareholder value and helping our employees learn, grow, and thrive. Learn more at Quanex.com.

NOTE: For individuals with nut allergies, please be advised that there is the potential to be exposed to nut products when working in our facilities.

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