Design Engineer - Grand Haven Area

Design Engineer | Grand Haven, MI

Salary Range: $76,000 - $116,000 depending on experience

Are you a skilled professional with a passion for creating innovative product designs and solving engineering challenges? The Pivot Group is dedicated to building meaningful connections in the manufacturing community. We are collaborating with companies in Grand Haven seeking experienced Design Engineers.

The Opportunity

We are partnering with organizations in Grand Haven that are seeking Design Engineers. These companies are committed to building strong teams and are looking for professionals who can lead initiatives effectively. By connecting with Pivot Group, you position yourself for roles that match your background and aspirations.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop new products and components for manufacturing processes.
• Create detailed 3D models and 2D engineering drawings using CAD software.
• Conduct design analysis and calculations to ensure product performance and reliability.
• Collaborate with manufacturing teams to optimize designs for manufacturability (DFM) and assembly (DFA).
• Select appropriate materials and manufacturing processes for product designs.
• Manage the prototyping and testing phases of new product development.
• Generate and maintain comprehensive engineering documentation, including BOMs and specifications.
• Perform root cause analysis and implement design improvements for existing products.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• 3+ years of experience in product design and development within a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, Inventor, Creo) for modeling, assembly, and drafting.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes (e.g., machining, injection molding, sheet metal) and Design for Manufacturability (DFM) principles.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) and tolerance stack-up analysis.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with Finite Element Analysis (FEA) or Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) software.
• Demonstrated understanding of Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) principles.
• Hands-on experience with prototyping, testing, or fabrication processes.
• Familiarity with Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) or Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Product Design Engineer, Mechanical Design Engineer, CAD Design Engineer, R&D Design Engineer, Engineering Designer, Hardware Design Engineer, Systems Design Engineer, Manufacturing Design Engineer, Product Development Engineer, Industrial Design Engineer

Why Pivot Group

The Pivot Group was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic—they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out. The Pivot Group offers resources to support your search—market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.