Entrylevel Computer Aided Design Designer Jobs in Oak Ridge, TN

Job Overview
The Associate Design Engineer supports the design, development, testing, and continuous improvement of hot water box products and related systems. This role collaborates with cross-functional teams including manufacturing, quality, sourcing, product management, and field service to develop innovative, cost-effective, and reliable solutions that meet customer and regulatory requirements. The position is ideal for an early-career engineer seeking hands-on experience in product design and engineering.
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A Day In The Life
• Assist in the design and development of Water Infrastructure products, components, and assemblies.
• Create and maintain 3D CAD models, engineering drawings, and product documentation.
• Support prototype development, testing, validation, and performance evaluations.
• Analyze product performance and recommend design improvements for quality, reliability, manufacturability, and cost optimization.
• Collaborate with manufacturing teams to resolve design and production issues.
• Participate in design reviews, engineering change processes, and product release activities.
• Ensure designs comply with applicable industry standards, safety requirements, and regulatory guidelines.
• Support root cause investigations and corrective actions related to product quality or field issues.
• Coordinate with suppliers and sourcing teams regarding component specifications and technical requirements.
• Prepare technical reports, test procedures, specifications, and engineering documentation.
• Assist in project planning and execution to meet product development timelines.
What will help you thrive in this role?
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• 0-3 years of engineering or product design experience.
• Proficiency with CAD software such as SolidWorks, Creo, Inventor, AutoCAD, or similar tools.
• Understanding of engineering principles including thermodynamics, heat transfer, fluid systems, and mechanical design.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and test data.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
Preferred Qualifications
• Experience with backflow devices, water heating systems, plumbing products, HVAC equipment, or related thermal systems.
• Exposure to product testing and validation methodologies.
• Familiarity with Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) principles.
• Knowledge of applicable standards and certifications (UL, CSA, ASME, DOE, etc.).
• Experience with ERP or Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) systems.
Hubbell Incorporated
Hubbell creates critical infrastructure solutions that power our customers, communities, people and the planet. Our company is strategically aligned around enabling grid modernization and electrification. As more products plug in to an aging grid, Hubbell solutions enable the transition to a more reliable, resilient and efficient energy infrastructure. Founded in 1888 our innovation has made us a leading global manufacturer of high quality electrical and utility solutions enabling customers to operate critical infrastructure reliably and efficiently.
The company operates in two segments. Hubbell Utility Solutions (HUS) enable the grid to conduct, communicate and control energy across utility applications and Hubbell Electrical Solutions (HES) are essential to managing power across a wide range of industries and applications. Our vertical market solutions can be applied to markets including Data Centers, Renewables, Commercial Buildings, Industrial, Telecom and Transportation. Supporting both of our business segments is our corporate and Hubbell Unified Business Solutions teams that provide consistent process, tools technologies across our businesses.
We are committed to operating sustainably and ethically while promoting an inclusive and supportive culture for our people to grow and develop in their careers. Our employees proudly work and serve our communities from our headquarters in Shelton, CT, across the United States and around the globe.
Hubbell Utility Solutions
Hubbell Utility Solutions (HUS) enable the grid to conduct, communicate and control energy across utility applications. HUS provides the critical components that allow the grid to reliably transmit and distribute energy, as well as the communications and controls technologies to make the grid smarter and more flexible.
Hubbell Incorporated, its subsidiaries and affiliates, is an EO Employer AA: M/F/Veteran/Disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other protected class.
The above summary of position responsibilities and requirements is not intended, and should not be construed, to be an exhaustive list of duties, skills, efforts, physical requirements, or working conditions associated with the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of those principal position elements essential for making decisions related to position performance, employee development, and compensation.