Product Design Engineer

Mechanical engineers at frog are embedded in the design team to deliver innovative design solutions. This is an on-site, fixed-term (minimum 6 month) role with frog/Capgemini Invent in Boulder, CO, embedded with the client's internal softgoods design and engineering teams. You'll own the prototyping lifecycle end-to-end, from early concepts to high-fidelity production-representative samples, developing the prototyping process and tooling, and partnering with test engineering to prove performance.

Responsibilities

Own the prototyping lifecycle end-to-end: turning early concepts into high-fidelity, production-representative samples, developing the prototyping process, the tooling to build them, and partnering with test engineering to prove they perform; Innovate, solve problems, and address challenges including the unique constraints softgoods materials bring to design and manufacturing; Excel at core engineering tasks: design, prototyping, analysis, 3D CAD modeling (including Class-A surfaces), and documentation; Analyze product geometry, develop tooling and fixture design concepts and CAD for softgoods components (textiles, silicone, leather, and soft polymers); Engineer proof-of-concept prototypes and define prototyping processes for small build quantities; Perform First Article Inspection (FAI) and observe tooling setup, feeding learnings back into ongoing process and tooling improvements; Prepare cut/print files for fabrication equipment (e.g., Zund cutter, laser, 3D printer) as needed; Step in to support hands-on fabrication during peak times

Requirements

BSME or similar educational background; 6-8 years of experience in product design engineering with consumer electronics, softgoods, or related industries; Proven ability to lead complex design efforts and deliver results in cross-functional environments; Solid 3D modeling capabilities, including Class-A surface development; Product architecture development, including feasibility studies, sizing, technology integration, mechanism design and analysis; Exceptional prototyping capabilities; Understanding of manufacturing processes and design constraints, including injection molding, machining, softgoods (textiles, films, synthetics, leather, adhesives), and manufacturing process documentation; Experience collaborating with vendors on DFM/DFA, tooling and fixture design, and First Article Inspection (FAI); Tolerance analysis and GD&T-based mechanical drawings (ASME Y14.5) to specify and communicate design intent; Passion for design and creating products that resonate with people; Self-motivated, excellent communicator, and a collaborative, fearless, positive team player who thrives balancing great design with short deadlines and contributing beyond your defined role

Nice to have

NX (preferred); Online or PDF portfolio

Benefits

Paid time off based on employee grade (12-25 days); Company paid holidays; Personal Days; Sick Leave; Medical, dental, and vision coverage; Retirement savings plans; Life and disability insurance; Employee assistance programs; May be eligible for variable incentives, bonuses, or commissions