Design Engineer II (Front End Innovation)

STS Technical Services is hiring a Design Engineer II (Front End Innovation) in Brookfield, Wisconsin, to support new product development for advanced power tool systems.

This role is built for an experienced mechanical engineer who can lead technically complex development work, apply rigorous engineering analysis and help turn early-stage concepts into manufacturable products. The position combines machine design, mechanical analysis, testing, root cause investigation and cross-functional collaboration within a fast-paced product development environment.

Position Overview

The Design Engineer II serves as a lead technical resource on mid- and high-complexity new product development projects.

This position applies first-principles engineering, modeling, testing and statistical analysis to evaluate concepts, solve technical problems and guide design decisions. The engineer will also work closely with Project Leaders, Global Engineering teams and other cross-functional partners to balance performance, cost, schedule and user requirements.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a lead technical resource on mid- and high-complexity power tool new product development projects
• Provide clear technical information to cross-functional teammates, Project Leaders and Global Engineering teams
• Support technical trade-off decisions throughout product development
• Establish test regimens for components and assemblies with minimal guidance
• Analyze test data and develop design recommendations
• Provide technical consultation and mentorship to engineering and non-engineering teammates
• Apply first principles to develop free body diagrams
• Create static and dynamic models of new systems
• Use analytical engineering methods to guide design decisions
• Perform mechanical stress analysis on linear and non-linear systems
• Conduct root cause analysis to identify and resolve technical challenges
• Perform tolerance stack analyses, including statistical and geometric methods
• Design and analyze gear-driven systems and mechanisms
• Evaluate sound, vibration and dynamic system response
• Maintain a system-level view of how interdisciplinary design decisions affect user needs and project delivery
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to identify and address issues affecting schedule, cost, performance and user requirements
• Develop and execute early-stage development plans using empirical and analytical methods
• Create structured approaches for troubleshooting and root cause investigation
• Work effectively within cost, schedule, performance and other project constraints
• Operate successfully in a fast-paced and dynamic product development environment
• Share technical knowledge and best practices with teammates
• Continue developing technical knowledge through hands-on learning and collaboration

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering
• At least five years of machine design experience
• Strong proficiency with 3D CAD modeling
• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Broad knowledge of engineering materials
• Strong understanding of machine component design
• Knowledge of mechanical properties and related manufacturing processes
• Experience with systems where closed-loop performance, accuracy and repeatability are critical
• Experience may include robotics, automated assembly, precision torque systems or control systems
• Strong understanding of process control
• Working knowledge of applied statistics
• Experience with capability metrics, variation reduction and experimental design
• Ability to understand how hardware, controls and user or environmental inputs interact to affect system performance
• Strong system-level problem-solving ability
• Genuine interest in construction tools and innovative product development
• Strong motivation to learn and take on new technical challenges
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 10 percent domestically and internationally

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) savings program with immediate vesting
• Education assistance
• On-site fitness center
• On-site cafeteria
• Complimentary coffee
• Patent Award Program

About STS Technical Services

STS Technical Services is a Top 100 Staffing Firm that partners with leading aerospace, manufacturing, defense and industrial organizations across the United States. We connect skilled professionals with career opportunities where their experience can make an immediate impact.

Apply Today

If you have strong mechanical design experience and enjoy solving complex engineering problems during early-stage product development, apply today to join STS Technical Services as a Design Engineer II (Front End Innovation) in Brookfield, Wisconsin.

Equal Opportunity Employer

STS Technical Services is an equal opportunity employer.

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