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Furniture Design Engineer Jobs in Michigan (NOW HIRING)

CAD Designer

Grand Rapids, MI · On-site

$26 - $35.75/hr

The CAD Designer works with engineers to provide design of components (3D & 2D) and assemblies to ... Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral ...

CAD Designer

Grand Rapids, MI

$26 - $35.75/hr

The CAD Designer works with engineers to provide design of components (3D & 2D) and assemblies to ... Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral ...

CAD Designer

Grand Rapids, MI

$26 - $35.75/hr

The CAD Designer works with engineers to provide design of components (3D & 2D) and assemblies to ... Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral ...

CAD Designer

Grand Rapids, MI · On-site

$26 - $35.75/hr

The CAD Designer works with engineers to provide design of components (3D & 2D) and assemblies to ... Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral ...

CAD Designer

Grand Rapids, MI

$26 - $35.75/hr

The CAD Designer works with engineers to provide design of components (3D & 2D) and assemblies to ... Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral ...

Experience developing CAD, 3D visualization, or product configuration applications preferred * Knowledge of commercial furniture, manufacturing, or engineering systems preferred * Experience working ...

Experience developing CAD, 3D visualization, or product configuration applications preferred * Knowledge of commercial furniture, manufacturing, or engineering systems preferred * Experience working ...

... furnishings. Our passion for the craft ignites a new generation of artisans and craftspeople ... This individual will collaborate closely with design, manufacturing, and engineering partners to ...

... furnishings. Our passion for the craft ignites a new generation of artisans and craftspeople ... This individual will collaborate closely with design, manufacturing, and engineering partners to ...

... our Furniture Components business, we design, manufacture, and distribute a wide range of ... Communicate quality concerns/issues with supervisor, engineering and materials To perform this job ...

... our Furniture Components business, we design, manufacture, and distribute a wide range of ... Communicate quality concerns/issues with supervisor, engineering and materials To perform this job ...

... our Furniture Components business, we design, manufacture, and distribute a wide range of ... Communicate quality concerns/issues with supervisor, engineering and materials To perform this job ...

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Furniture Design Engineer information

What does a furniture design engineer do?

A Furniture Design Engineer designs, develops, and tests furniture pieces to ensure functionality, aesthetics, and manufacturability. They use CAD software to create detailed models and technical drawings, considering materials, ergonomics, and manufacturing constraints. Collaboration with designers, production teams, and suppliers is essential to optimize cost, quality, and sustainability. Additionally, they may oversee prototype development and provide engineering solutions to improve product performance and durability.

What are some typical daily responsibilities of a furniture design engineer?

As a Furniture Design Engineer, your day-to-day tasks often include developing and refining furniture designs using CAD software, preparing technical drawings and prototypes, and working closely with manufacturing teams to ensure feasibility and quality. You may also have regular meetings with clients or project managers to gather requirements and provide updates, as well as researching new materials and production methods to enhance product performance. Collaboration with interior designers, architects, and supply chain teams is common, making strong teamwork and clear communication important. This dynamic work environment offers a mix of creative and technical challenges, making each day varied and engaging.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the furniture design engineer position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Furniture Design Engineer, you need a background in mechanical or industrial engineering, proficiency in CAD software, and a strong understanding of materials and manufacturing processes. Experience with tools like AutoCAD, SolidWorks, and knowledge of relevant industry standards or certifications (such as LEED or BIFMA) is highly valuable. Creativity, problem-solving skills, and effective collaboration with cross-functional teams are essential soft skills in this role. These abilities enable engineers to create aesthetically pleasing, functional, and manufacturable furniture designs that meet client needs and comply with safety and quality standards.

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Mechanical Engineer

Muskegon, MI

BRUNSWICK BOWLING PRODUCTS LLC
Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation • 201 - 500 employees

Full-time

Re-posted 7 days ago


Job description

Job Summary:

Mechanical engineering within the Capital Equipment group of Brunswick Bowling Products.  Products include center network systems, pinsetters, furniture, lanes and entertainment systems.

Brunswick Bowling Products provides bowling equipment and software technology solutions to bowling centers, family entertainment centers, residences, hotels, bars, and other hospitality venues across more than 60 countries worldwide.  Our product range is incredibly diverse and ranges from traditional bowling to the smaller footprint Duckpin Social solution.  We are the only company in the world that designs and builds everything needed to operate a modern bowling center, from furniture systems to lanes and pinsetters to powerful software systems and mobile apps. 

Brunswick is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to join its growing and passionate team.  At Brunswick, you’ll have an opportunity to contribute to the company’s creation, delivery, and support of Brunswick products and services on a worldwide basis. This position will work closely with the Capital Equipment product, service, and sourcing teams to concept, design, and develop new and improved products. 

We are looking for creative and team-oriented people who believe in the ethos of "Experience is Everything" and who have a bias towards action and a burning desire to create outstanding products.

Roles and responsibilities:

  • Plan, conceptualize, and create mechanical designs for new products
  • Analyze existing product designs to propose improvements in performance, reliability, ease of assembly and reduced cost
  • Develop testing processes, and perform testing and validation of new designs
  • Perform engineering calculations to support design work
  • Create and review models, technical drawings, plans, and specifications using Creo
  • Collaborate with multi-disciplinary engineering teams, installation teams, and suppliers throughout the product life cycle
  • Provide post-production support as needed

Duties and Responsibilities:

(% increments must be no less than 5%)

% of Time Spent

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

35%

Mechanical engineering activities to support new product development and product improvements.  This includes planning, concept design, and creation of mechanical designs for new products, as well as analysis of existing product designs to improve quality, performance, ease of assembly, and cost.

30%

Collaborate with multi-disciplinary engineering teams, installation teams, and suppliers throughout the product life cycle

25%

Assist with the maintenance of drawings, Bill of Materials, Engineering Specifications, and assembly instructions

10%

Prototype development, testing, validation, and documentation. 

Minimum Position Qualifications:

Experience
  • 2-5 years of experience working in engineering
  • Firm knowledge of commonly used engineering concepts, and experience designing mechanical systems and products
  • Solid knowledge of practices and procedures within engineering design, drafting and documentation systems
  • Current CAD modeling experience in Creo
  • Hands-on mechanical and troubleshooting experience maintaining mechanical products
  • Exceptional technical and problem-solving skills and reasoning ability
  • Ability to evaluate appropriate data and make sound decisions
  • Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
  • Must be self-motivated and a great team member
  • High degree of accuracy, consistency and good organizational skills
  • Ability to read and understand schematics and data sheets for components
  • Comfortable supporting test lab activities
  • Comfortable supporting end users / customers

Education

Minimum BS/BA degree with major in Mechanical Engineering or related field