Design Engineer - Muskegon Area

Design Engineer | Muskegon, MI

Salary Range: $68,000 - $107,000 depending on experience

Are you a detail-oriented professional with a passion for creating innovative product designs and solving engineering challenges? The Pivot Group is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career advancement. We are collaborating with leading companies in Muskegon seeking experienced Design Engineers.

The Opportunity

We are partnering with organizations in Muskegon 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, components, and systems based on project requirements.
• Create detailed 3D CAD models and 2D engineering drawings for manufacturing processes.
• Apply Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) principles to optimize designs.
• Conduct engineering analysis and calculations to validate design performance and integrity.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, production, and quality teams to ensure seamless product realization.
• Support prototyping, testing, and validation activities, incorporating feedback into design iterations.
• Generate and maintain comprehensive technical documentation, including Bills of Material (BOMs) and specifications.
• Investigate and resolve design-related issues, implementing corrective and preventive actions.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a closely related field.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, Inventor, CATIA) for part and assembly design.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes (e.g., machining, injection molding, welding, sheet metal) and Design for Manufacturability (DFM) principles.
• Experience with material selection, stress analysis, and product validation methods.
• Ability to create detailed engineering drawings, specifications, and Bills of Material (BOMs) to industry standards.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with Lean Manufacturing principles or Six Sigma methodologies.
• Hands-on prototyping, fabrication, or assembly experience.
• Familiarity with specific manufacturing processes (e.g., injection molding, welding, CNC machining).
• Proficiency in advanced simulation tools (e.g., CFD, Topology Optimization).

Job Titles That Should Apply

Product Design Engineer, Mechanical Design Engineer, CAD Engineer, Product Development Engineer, R&D Engineer, Senior Design Engineer, Industrial Design Engineer, Engineering Designer

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.