Manufacturing Design Engineer Department: Engineering and R&D Employment Type: Full Time Location: New Bedford, Massachusetts Reporting To: Engineering Manager Compensation: $60,000 - $70,000 / year Description Design and optimize capacitor products using advanced mathematical concepts and engineering disciplines. Key Responsibilities + Uses computer assisted design/drafting equipment and software to develop designs. + Communicate both verbally and in writing, in concise and effective manner with technical organization, manufacturing operators and with customers. + Analyzes engineering data and proposed product specifications to determine feasibility of product proposal and prepare modifications where required. + Clarify and resolve problems and develop capacitor designs. + Directs and coordinates manufacturing or building of prototype products or systems. + Plans and develop experimental test programs. + Analyzes test data and prepares reports to determine if design meets functional and performance specifications. + Uses computer assisted engineering and design software and equipment to perform engineering and design tasks. + Interface with customers and suppliers to develop and/or clarify requirements. + Work with manufacturing to improve Design for Manufacturability. Skills, Knowledge and Expertise + Experience with SolidWorks or similar CAD software + Knowledge of ERP Systems and the impact engineering has creating BOMs, routing and item masters + BSME OR BSEE + Experience with developing a product from concept to production + Excellent written and verbal communication skills + Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams) + Experience working with manufacturing-based technology, processing, and principles (MS project, AS400, Lean Six Sigma) + Perform other work-related duties as assigned. + Must be able to handle high stress levels and deadlines. Benefits + Competitive salary and benefits package + Competitive salary and benefits package + Opportunities for professional development and growth + A dynamic and collaborative work environment focused on innovation and continuous improvement. + Flexible PTO + Paid holidays + Prescription Drug Plans + Basic Life Insurance + Onsite Physician + Employee Referral Program Join our team and play a pivotal role in transforming our manufacturing processes to achieve greater efficiency and excellence. We are committed to providing a competitive and fair total compensation package for all employees. One element in our total compensation package is base pay. The starting base pay for this role is $60,000 to $70,000 per year. Individual compensation decisions are based on a number of factors, including but not limited to previous experience and skills acquired prior to joining us, cost of living in the assigned work location, assigned schedule, and salaries of similarly situated peers at the company. It is to be expected that candidates will come to us with different sets of skills and experiences and therefore will be paid at different points in the stated range. We recognize that the person(s) we select for hire may be less experienced or more experienced than the role as posted; if this is the case, any updates to available salary ranges will be communicated with candidates during the recruitment process. Knowles’ Cornell Dubilier brand is a leading designer and manufacturer of custom high-energy discharge capacitors used in a wide range of medical, military, and commercial pulsed energy applications. Equal Opportunity Statement: We prohibit pay discrimination and discrimination of any kind based on race, color, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, or other legally protected status. ITAR Statement: Please note that this position may require access to technical data controlled under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Applicants must be U.S. persons (citizens, lawful permanent residents, or individuals granted refugee or asylee status) or have the necessary authorization to access controlled technical data. Compliance with ITAR and EAR regulations is a condition of employment. Notice to Staffing Agencies, Search Firms and Recruitment Agencies: The recruitment process at Knowles is managed through the Human Resources department. Knowles does not accept resumes submitted from 3rd party agencies outside of our system. To submit resumes, 3rd party agencies will need to be a pre-approved vendor with a valid contract in place, be actively engaged by Knowles to recruit for a specific position and have agency log in credentials to submit candidates to our career's portal. Please do not submit resumes via e-mail, through our external website or directly to our employees. Any resumes submitted in this way become the property of Knowles and will not be eligible for any placement fee.