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Menasha Corporation

Design Engineer

Oconomowoc, WI · On-site

Create robust models using sound design practices capable of multiple design changes. * Maintain full compliance to ISO quality procedures and processes. * Provide technical customer support and ...

Menasha Corporation

Design Engineer

Oconomowoc, WI · On-site

Create robust models using sound design practices capable of multiple design changes. * Maintain full compliance to ISO quality procedures and processes. * Provide technical customer support and ...

C2 Staffing

Video Producer/Editor

West Bend, WI

$75K - $90K/yr

... sound design, music, graphics, and visual sequencing Create platform-specific versions, cutdowns, trailers, promotional edits, and content variations optimized for YouTube, Meta, TikTok, OTT, and ...

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Dynatect

Design Engineer II-WI

New Berlin, WI · On-site

Review product concepts and application requirements to design and develop new custom product iterations, or improve existing designs, by employing sound engineering principles, advanced CAD software ...

Dynatect

Design Engineer II-WI

New Berlin, WI · On-site

Review product concepts and application requirements to design and develop new custom product iterations, or improve existing designs, by employing sound engineering principles, advanced CAD software ...

Harley-Davidson

Senior Designer - Chassis Systems

Wauwatosa, WI · On-site

$93K - $145K/yr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

Ability to apply sound design practices to engineering drawings utilizing GD&T. * Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills. The pay range shown represents the national average ...

Harley-Davidson

Senior Designer - Chassis Systems

Wauwatosa, WI · On-site

$93K - $145K/yr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

Ability to apply sound design practices to engineering drawings utilizing GD&T. * Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills. The pay range shown represents the national average ...

Varsity Tutors

Filmmaking Tutor

Milwaukee, WI · Remote

$18 - $40/hr

Deep knowledge of cinematography, screenwriting, directing, editing, sound design, lighting techniques, camera operation, pre-production planning, and post-production workflows. Ability to explain ...

Varsity Tutors

Filmmaking Tutor

Madison, WI · Remote

$18 - $40/hr

Deep knowledge of cinematography, screenwriting, directing, editing, sound design, lighting techniques, camera operation, pre-production planning, and post-production workflows. Ability to explain ...

Harley-Davidson

Senior Design Engineer

Wauwatosa, WI · On-site

  • Medical

  • Retirement

Design, optimize, and deliver motorcycle components and systems from concept through production, applying sound engineering fundamentals, analysis, and testing. * Define and manage component or ...

Harley-Davidson

Design Engineer - Base Powertrain

Wauwatosa, WI · On-site

$74K - $112K/yr

  • Medical

  • Retirement

Design Engineer - Base Powertrain Job Function: Engineering Location: PDC Workplace Category:Onsite ... Demonstrated ability to learn quickly, solve problems using data and sound engineering judgment ...

Harley-Davidson

Senior Design Engineer

Wauwatosa, WI · On-site

  • Medical

  • Retirement

Design, optimize, and deliver motorcycle components and systems from concept through production, applying sound engineering fundamentals, analysis, and testing. * Define and manage component or ...

Harley-Davidson

Senior Design Engineer

Wauwatosa, WI

  • Medical

  • Retirement

Design, optimize, and deliver motorcycle components and systems from concept through production, applying sound engineering fundamentals, analysis, and testing. * Define and manage component or ...

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How much do sound design jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for sound design in Wisconsin is $115,562.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $84,300.00 and $145,300.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

How does a sound designer typically collaborate with directors and other production team members during a project?

Sound designers work closely with directors, producers, and editors to achieve the desired audio experience for a project. Early in the process, they participate in creative discussions to understand the director’s vision and story requirements. Throughout production, sound designers often attend meetings, provide sample soundscapes, and adjust their work based on feedback from the team. Effective communication and flexibility are crucial, as sound designers must adapt their creations to fit evolving project needs and technical constraints.

What is the difference between Sound Design vs Audio Editing?

AspectSound DesignAudio Editing
Primary FocusCreating and manipulating sounds for mediaEditing and assembling audio recordings
Skills & ToolsSound synthesis, Foley, DAWs, creative sound manipulationCutting, splicing, leveling, noise reduction
Work EnvironmentFilm, TV, video games, advertisingPost-production, broadcasting, film editing
CredentialsAudio production, sound design courses, experience with DAWsAudio engineering, editing software proficiency

Sound Design involves creating and shaping sounds to enhance media, while Audio Editing focuses on refining and assembling existing recordings. Both roles require familiarity with digital audio workstations and audio production skills, but they serve different creative and technical purposes within the media industry.

What is sound design?

Sound design is the process of creating, recording, manipulating, and mixing audio elements for various media, such as film, television, video games, theater, and music production. Sound designers are responsible for crafting everything from ambient background noises to specific sound effects that enhance the audience's experience. Their work can involve recording real-world sounds, synthesizing new ones, and editing audio to fit a project's needs. Sound design is essential for building atmosphere, conveying moods, and supporting storytelling in audiovisual productions.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a sound designer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Sound Designer, you need a deep understanding of audio engineering, acoustics, and creative sound creation, often supported by a degree in audio production or a related field. Familiarity with digital audio workstations (DAWs) like Pro Tools or Ableton Live, as well as experience with sound libraries and audio editing software, is essential. Strong collaboration, creativity, and attention to detail set exceptional sound designers apart. These skills ensure the creation of immersive and high-quality audio experiences that enhance storytelling across various media.

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Infographic showing various Sound Design job openings in Wisconsin as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 85% Full Time, 10% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 84% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $115,562 per year, or $55.6 per hour.

Design Engineer

Menasha Corporation

Oconomowoc, WI • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 22 days ago

Job description

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ABOUT US (AND OUR EXCITING FUTURE)

Menasha Corporation is all about possibilities. Our two businesses, Menasha Packaging and ORBIS Corporation, are leaders in their industries, providing corrugated and plastic packaging products and related services to major global companies.

Our employees make the difference, proving that great ideas, collaboration and quality turn possibilities into success. Working at Menasha Corporation means that your insights provide cutting-edge solutions for our customers. If you like to make things happen and are passionate about what you do, you're going to want to be here.

Join us and become part of the power behind possible.

About The Opportunity

Identify needs and requirements of customers and translate them into cost-effective, accurate and tooling-ready designs that are feasible to manufacture.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Develop commercially viable designs for product offerings, using CAD and other resources.
  • Collaborate with Project Engineers, Customers and Tooling vendors to develop, execute and implement new products from concept to production.
  • Create robust models using sound design practices capable of multiple design changes.
  • Maintain full compliance to ISO quality procedures and processes.
  • Provide technical customer support and assistance.

Education/Certification

Level Required

Creo Parametric Professional Certification or equivalent

Level Desired

Associates in Mechanical Design Technology

Relevant work experience may be considered in lieu of education requirement

Work Experience

Required

  • 2 years of relevant work experience
  • 4 years of applicable technical experience with Creo (ProE)
  • Experience with Product Development in an ISO controlled environment
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office products

Desired

  • Design skills in related plastic processes and/or materials
  • Experience with Windchill or other PDM software
  • Experience with SolidWorks, SpaceClaim, KeyShot, or AutoCAD
  • FEA simulation using ANSYS, Creo,or Solidworks.

Additional Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

  • Ability to handle the stress of working with others.
  • Ability to be available outside of normal work hours.
  • Ability to lead by example.
  • Ability to interact and communicate effectively with a wide variety of roles.
  • Knowledge of methods and accepted practices of plastic injection molding, tooling, and tooling design.
  • Knowledge of technologies and applications used in manufacturing products.
  • Knowledge of day-to-day operational requirements.

Travel Requirements

  • Limited travel, ability to travel up to 5% both domestically and internationally to support the business, including overnight stays and extended work hours during work meetings, travel may include weekends.
  • Ability to obtain a passport.

#ORBIS

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Two companies, one vision.

Menasha Corporation consists of two companies that are leading the way to a sustainable future with packaging and supply chain solutions. Founded in 1849 and headquartered in Neenah, Wisconsin, we employ over 7,500 employees in 112 facilities in North America and Europe.

Our companies are leading corrugated and plastic packaging manufacturers and supply chain solution providers. Our Menasha Packaging Company is the largest independent provider of packaging and supply chain service solutions in North America, designing, printing, and fulfilling graphic packaging, display and merchandising solutions for over 1,800 brands, both in-store and online.


Our ORBIS business believes there is a better way to optimize today's supply chains, with reusable packaging products and services. Reusable containers, pallets, dunnage, bulk systems and metal racks improve the flow product all along the supply chain to reduce costs, enhance profitability and add sustainability.


Our products and services are used by global, name-brand companies in the food, beverage, health and beauty, over-the-counter pharmaceutical, industrial, automotive, and electronics industries.

Come build an exciting, rewarding career with us, where you'll have opportunities to grow.


The possibilities are endless. The power is yours!


Menasha Corporation and its subsidiaries and affiliates are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will be provided with equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, disability status, or genetic information.

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