Design Engineer

Elkhart, IN 46514

Employment Type: Permanent Job Category: Mechanical Design Job Number: 54256191 Compensation: $90000-105000 / year

Job Description

Job Title: Design Engineer
Location: Elkhart, IN
Hire Type: Direct Hire
Pay Range: ~$70,000–$80,000 base salary (target mid-point ~$75,000)
Benefits: Competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO, and paid holidays
 
 
Sterling Engineering is partnering with a leading manufacturer in thermoformed and thermo-packaging solutions, to support the growth of their design engineering team. This Design Engineer role is based at the Madison, WI location and supports product and concept development with a strong focus on tooling and machine design. This position offers hands-on engineering exposure, collaboration across manufacturing and tooling teams, and long-term career growth within a stable, innovative organization.
 
Responsibilities
  • Support product and concept design initiatives for thermoformed and thermo-packaging products
  • Design and develop tooling, fixtures, and machine components to support manufacturing processes
  • Create detailed 3D models, assemblies, and drawings using SolidWorks
  • Collaborate with manufacturing, tooling, and quality teams to ensure designs are manufacturable and cost-effective
  • Assist with design iterations, engineering changes, and continuous improvement initiatives
  • Participate in prototype development, testing, and design validation activities
  • Maintain accurate engineering documentation, BOMs, and revision control
  • Support cross-functional teams with technical problem-solving and design optimization
 
Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline
  • 2–5+ years of design engineering experience in a manufacturing environment
  • Thermoforming / thermo-packaging experience
  • Proficiency with SolidWorks (3D modeling and detailed drawings)
  • Experience with tooling and machine design strongly preferred
  • Understanding of manufacturing processes and design-for-manufacturability principles
  • Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across departments
 
 
Sterling Engineering is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.

Meet Your Recruiter

Erik Butzen
Technical Recruiter

Erik Butzen is a skilled and compassionate Senior Recruiter passionate about empowering individuals to advance in their careers. With two years of dedicated service at Sterling, Erik has already significantly impacted the organization's talent acquisition efforts.

Having honed his expertise over five years in the field of recruiting, Erik possesses a deep understanding of the industry's intricacies. His journey began with the desire to assist individuals in finding opportunities that would propel their professional growth forward.

As a Senior Recruiter, Erik takes great pride in his ability to help people make meaningful advancements in their careers. Whether it's guiding a candidate through the interview process, providing valuable insights into the job market, or matching the right talent with the perfect role, Erik is committed to positively impacting the lives of those he interacts with.

One of Erik's most valuable pieces of advice to both hiring managers and fellow recruiters is to ask a lot of questions. Understanding the needs and expectations of both candidates and employers is essential to finding the best fit for both parties.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information. 

 As one of the most respected names in engineering staffing, Sterling has hundreds of opportunities with top employers. If you’ve got a friend or colleague seeking their next move in engineering, we could have their next opportunity. We offer a referral bonus for every referral that we place. Submit referral now. 

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