Design Engineer

UFP Technologies, Inc.
paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k)
United States, Florida, Kissimmee
2175 Partin Settlement Road (Show on map)
Nov 25, 2024
About UFP Technologies: UFP Technologies is a designer and custom manufacturer of comprehensive solutions for medical devices, sterile packaging, and other highly engineered custom products. UFP is an important link in the medical device supply chain and a valued outsource partner to most of the top medical device manufacturers in the world. The Company's single-use and single-patient devices and components are used in a wide range of medical devices and packaging for minimally invasive surgery, infection prevention, wound care, wearables, orthopedic soft goods, and orthopedic implants. UFP Technologies, Inc. offers a competitive benefits package, including but not limited to: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability Insurance 401K with a matching contribution Paid time off, Paid holidays, Employee discounts and much more! Location: This position will be on-site full-time in Kissimmee, FL. The position holder will need to be within commuting distance (within 45 min). Qualified applicants must be eligible to work in the United States to be considered for this opportunity. Employment based visa sponsorship (including H-1B sponsorship) is not available for this position. Design Engineer Summary: The Design Engineer develops new and existing products and continuous improvement projects with an emphasis on developing designs and tooling using computer aided software. Design Engineer Essential Duties and Responsibilities: With guidance from engineering and management, develops layouts, solid models, assembly drawings and detail drawings for new and redesigned products, tooling and machinery. Identifies and specifies materials to meet product performance, function and environmental requirements, as required. Provides finished part, tooling, jigs and fixture drawings for UFP to facilitate UFP manufacturing. Works with customers and multiple disciplines within UFP including sales, engineering, and vendors to create customer material and design solutions. May evaluate and adjust customer supplied CAD designs to meet best practices to manufacture products, tooling and equipment. Facilitates / makes proof of concept samples for customer approval. Performs first article inspection reports for customer review. Provides assistance with project costing and estimating. Provides all documents required to transfer products into manufacturing including drawings, spec sheets, updated estimates, item masters, BOM's , work instructions and maintains master drawing files as needed. May need to perform machine programming including Master Cam, CNC Programming. Performs all other duties as assigned or needed. Design Engineer Qualification Requirements: Associate or Bachelor degree in Engineering Technology or equivalent combination of experience and education. One to three years of experience in design or applications engineering, or equivalent combination of experience and education. Proficiency in CAD software including SolidWorks, AutoCad and / or Master Cam. Basic concept of tool design, mechanical design & machine shop practices background a plus. Advanced math skills, knowledge of protective packaging design along with knowledge of foams, plastics, and their manufacturing processes a plus. To apply for this job please create a profile with us through our online application system. Click the "Apply" box in the upper right-hand corner to start the application process. Or, if you already have a social media account with LinkedIn, Google, or Facebook you can use your log in credentials to apply. *UFP Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled.* #UFP #FL