ETO Design Engineer

What You’ll Do

• Develop and execute customer-centric Engineered-to-Order (ETO) product designs for NEC markets.
• Design customized solutions based on specific customer requirements and technical specifications.
• Lead and manage end-to-end product design activities, including high-level engineering decisions.
• Create and maintain project development plans and ensure timely project execution.
• Provide manufacturing support for ETO designs, ensuring feasibility and production readiness.
• Prepare and maintain all required technical documentation, including assembly drawings, schematics, and bills of materials.
• Analyze product specifications and performance requirements to develop optimized design solutions using existing and modified components.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Customer Service, Operations, Sourcing, Sales, and external vendors) to meet technical, cost, and timeline requirements.
• Ensure designs align with cost targets through design costing and material selection.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting fast turnaround times.
• Communicate effectively with internal teams, management, customers, and suppliers regarding project progress and technical requirements.
• Provide technical leadership and support for ongoing customer inquiries and engineering concerns.
• Maintain and manage engineering data and documentation within CAD and SAP systems.
  
  
  

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or a related Engineering field
• Minimum of 4 years of engineering experience, preferably in ETO design/order execution within a manufacturing environment
• Proficiency in 2D CAD and 3D modeling, with ability to create mechanical drawings and electrical schematics
• Experience with ERP and PLM systems
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
• Experience designing mechanical parts using manufacturing processes such as sand casting, die casting, metal stamping, sheet metal, and machining
• Experience supporting unique or quick-turn orders in a manufacturing environment
• Strong proficiency in SolidWorks (3D) and AutoCAD (2D) for parts, assemblies, and schematics
• Experience with Enovia and SAP-PLM/Cideon or similar PLM systems
• Experience with SAP ERP systems
• Knowledge of UL, NEMA, and NEC standards, particularly in power distribution and controls (e.g., UL 50/50E, 508/508A, 1203, 67)
• Familiarity with third-party certification requirements (e.g., UL, CSA, ATEX), especially for industrial and hazardous environments
• Experience in electrical enclosure design and applications
• Knowledge of industrial controls and circuit protection components from various manufacturers
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks
• Ability to communicate and collaborate efficiently with offshore colleagues in a virtual environment
• Amenable to work in a Hybrid setup reporting to our QC office (Vertis North Corporate Center)