Lead Design Engineer
$109,000–$138,000 year
On-siteDenver, Colorado, United States
Job Summary
Lead the design and development of new commercial products from concept through production while providing technical leadership across multiple engineering projects simultaneously. Develop mechanical designs, CAD models, assemblies, and detailed engineering drawings, serving as the technical authority for refrigeration systems, thermodynamics, sheet metal design, and electro-mechanical products. Lead design reviews, product validation, and stage-gate development processes to drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on cost reduction, product reliability, and manufacturability. Champion engineering best practices including DFMEA, DFM, root cause analysis, and structured problem solving while collaborating closely with Product Management, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Operations. Mentor and develop engineers while helping build a high-performing engineering organization. Evaluate new technologies, materials, and engineering tools to support future product innovation.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline
- 12+ years of mechanical product design experience
- Proven experience leading complex product development programs from concept through commercialization
- Strong background in refrigeration systems, thermodynamics, or electro-mechanical product design
- Advanced SolidWorks and PDM experience
- Experience with DFMEA, Design for Manufacturing (DFM), and engineering validation processes
- Demonstrated leadership, mentoring, and cross-functional project management experience
- Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills
Desired Qualifications
- Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering
- Experience designing commercial appliances or HVAC/R equipment
- Familiarity with UL, NSF, CE, or other product certification standards
- Experience with finite element analysis (FEA)
- Background in high-volume manufacturing environments
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