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Job Title: Design Engineer – Pennsylvania Department: Engineering Reports To: Lead Engineer Position Summary: The Design Engineer is responsible for the end-to-end mechanical design and development of vehicle-related products, components, and assemblies from concept through production support. This position combines advanced SolidWorks modeling, engineering analysis, technical documentation, prototype evaluation, and hands-on installation work. The successful candidate will collaborate with Engineering, Validation, Quality, Purchasing, Production, suppliers, and other stakeholders to deliver safe, reliable, cost-effective, and manufacturable solutions that satisfy customer requirements, internal standards, and project schedules. Responsibilities • Create and develop 3D models of components and assemblies in SolidWorks, translating product requirements into robust mechanical designs that address function, structural performance, manufacturability, serviceability, and ease of assembly. • Prepare complete component and assembly drawings, including dimensions, tolerances, materials, finishes, notes, and revision information, for release to suppliers and internal manufacturing teams. • Develop and maintain accurate bills of materials (BOMs), part lists, and associated engineering documentation throughout the product lifecycle. • Support prototype and production builds through hands-on assembly, fit checks, troubleshooting, design adjustments, and clear communication of findings to project stakeholders. • Remove vehicle trim and install products as needed to evaluate packaging, fit, function, accessibility, and installation requirements while following established safety and workmanship standards. • Operate a portable 3D scanning arm within vehicle interiors to capture accurate dimensional data; process and apply scan data to support design development and verification. • Travel occasionally, approximately three trips per year, primarily to Michigan, to support vehicle measurements, installations, validation activities, supplier coordination, or production needs. • Provide timely technical support to Engineering, Validation, Purchasing, Quality, Production, and suppliers by clarifying design intent and resolving product or manufacturing issues. • Perform tolerance stack-ups and structural evaluations to verify that designs meet requirements; apply finite element analysis (FEA) knowledge when appropriate. • Use data-driven problem-solving and root-cause analysis methods to investigate failures, document conclusions, recommend corrective actions, and confirm effectiveness. • Support engineering process improvements and company technical initiatives, including document control, design reviews, standardization, and ISO compliance activities. Requirements: • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related engineering discipline from an accredited institution. • Five to ten years of progressive design engineering or product-development experience using a solid-modeling CAD platform; demonstrated proficiency with SolidWorks is strongly preferred. • Working knowledge of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T), tolerance analysis, design for manufacturability (DFM), and design for assembly (DFA). • Strong mechanical aptitude, sound engineering judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment with limited supervision. • Practical experience with one or more of the following manufacturing processes, listed in order of preference: • Sheet-metal fabrication, forming, and stamping. • Machining, milling, and turning. • Plastic injection molding and metal die casting. • Painting, plating, and other finishing processes for metal and plastic components. • Proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications, including Excel, Word, and PowerPoint, in a Windows environment. • Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain technical information clearly to cross-functional audiences. • Demonstrated proficiency with common hand tools and the ability to perform careful mechanical assembly and installation work. • Visual acuity corrected to 20/20, as needed to perform detailed inspection, measurement, installation, and computer-based design work. Preferred Qualifications: • Experience designing products or equipment for automotive, commercial-vehicle, public-safety, fleet, or other highly engineered applications. • Experience with product lifecycle management (PLM), engineering change notices or orders, configuration control, and formal design-release processes. • Familiarity with 3D scanning, point-cloud or mesh processing, reverse engineering, and converting measurement data into production-ready CAD geometry. • Experience participating in structured design reviews, failure investigations, validation planning, supplier technical reviews, or continuous-improvement initiatives. • Working knowledge of applicable engineering standards, quality-management systems, and ISO-controlled product-development environments. Core Competencies: • Technical excellence: Applies sound engineering principles, careful analysis, and disciplined documentation to produce accurate, practical designs. • Problem solving: Identifies root causes, evaluates tradeoffs, and develops timely solutions supported by data and engineering judgment. • Collaboration: Works constructively across departments and with suppliers, communicates design intent clearly, and incorporates stakeholder feedback appropriately. • Planning and ownership: Organizes work, manages competing priorities, meets commitments, and escalates technical or schedule risks promptly. • Continuous improvement: Seeks opportunities to improve product quality, design methods, standard work, documentation, and manufacturing efficiency. Additional Requirements: • Ability to regularly lift, carry, and move items weighing up to 25 pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation. • Ability to bend, reach, kneel, and work in confined vehicle-interior spaces while performing measurements, trim removal, installations, and related hands-on tasks. • Ability to travel occasionally, including approximately three trips per year, primarily to Michigan, based on project requirements. Work Environment – Office: • Work is primarily performed in a professional office and engineering environment using standard computer, communication, CAD, measurement, and documentation equipment. • The role periodically requires work in prototype, manufacturing, production, supplier, or vehicle-installation areas where noise, moving equipment, tools, and other industrial conditions may be present. • Employees must follow all applicable safety procedures and use required personal protective equipment (PPE) when entering designated work areas. Company Details Havis is at the forefront of revolutionizing industries by unlocking the full potential of technology to drive productivity and enhance safety through innovative mobility solutions. We take pride in being the trusted partner of choice for technology providers, enabling them to move business forward in a wide range of industries, such as Retail & Hospitality, Public Safety, Energy & Utilities, Warehouse & Distribution, Field Operations, Transportation & Logistics, Healthcare, and Military Defense. Havis designs and manufactures market-leading Computing, Mounting, Power, and Transport Solutions. Our engineering and product development centers serve as the backbone of our commitment to excellence. With a team of highly-skilled engineers who have a deep understanding of design, manufacturing processes, and cutting-edge technologies, Havis consistently delivers products that set our market and industry standards and exceed customer expectations. Our state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities complement our engineering capabilities, allowing us to bring our design concepts to life with precision and efficiency. Our focus on quality and rigorous testing protocols ensures that our products are built to withstand the demands of real-world applications. We are a dynamic and customer-focused company that continuously strives to meet and exceed the evolving needs of our valued customers. We firmly believe that collaboration lies at the heart of successful partnerships, and we actively engage with our clients to understand their unique requirements, challenges, and goals. By fostering open lines of communication, we work together to develop innovative solutions that drive safety, productivity, and, ultimately, customer satisfaction. Havis collaborates with partners and customers to provide product information, installation support, updates on industry testing and validation requirements to solve diverse challenges in the field. Havis, Inc. - Website: www.havis.com • Headquartered in Warminster, PA • ISO 9001 and 14001 Certified - Quality Management System • Fast growing company in a niche, growing marketplace • Company offers Health, Dental, Vision and 401(k) Plan with employer match • 100% employer paid STD, LTD and Life & ADD benefits • Generous paid time off (PTO) and holiday benefits • Competitive pay commensurate with education, skills, and experience Prepared by: Human Resources Approved by : Senior Engineering Manager

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Job Title: Design Engineer – Pennsylvania
Department: Engineering
Reports To: Lead Engineer
Prepare complete component and assembly drawings, including dimensions, tolerances, materials, finishes, notes, and revision information, for release to suppliers and internal manufacturing teams.
Develop and maintain accurate bills of materials (BOMs), part lists, and associated engineering documentation throughout the product lifecycle.
Support prototype and production builds through hands-on assembly, fit checks, troubleshooting, design adjustments, and clear communication of findings to project stakeholders.
Remove vehicle trim and install products as needed to evaluate packaging, fit, function, accessibility, and installation requirements while following established safety and workmanship standards.
Operate a portable 3D scanning arm within vehicle interiors to capture accurate dimensional data; process and apply scan data to support design development and verification.
Travel occasionally, approximately three trips per year, primarily to Michigan, to support vehicle measurements, installations, validation activities, supplier coordination, or production needs.
Provide timely technical support to Engineering, Validation, Purchasing, Quality, Production, and suppliers by clarifying design intent and resolving product or manufacturing issues.
Perform tolerance stack-ups and structural evaluations to verify that designs meet requirements; apply finite element analysis (FEA) knowledge when appropriate.
Use data-driven problem-solving and root-cause analysis methods to investigate failures, document conclusions, recommend corrective actions, and confirm effectiveness.
Support engineering process improvements and company technical initiatives, including document control, design reviews, standardization, and ISO compliance activities.
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related engineering discipline from an accredited institution.
Working knowledge of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T), tolerance analysis, design for manufacturability (DFM), and design for assembly (DFA).
Strong mechanical aptitude, sound engineering judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a deadline-driven environment with limited supervision.
Practical experience with one or more of the following manufacturing processes, listed in order of preference:
Sheet-metal fabrication, forming, and stamping.

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Five to ten years of progressive design engineering or product-development experience using a solid-modeling CAD platform; demonstrated proficiency with SolidWorks is strongly preferred.
Experience designing products or equipment for automotive, commercial-vehicle, public-safety, fleet, or other highly engineered applications.
Experience with product lifecycle management (PLM), engineering change notices or orders, configuration control, and formal design-release processes.
Familiarity with 3D scanning, point-cloud or mesh processing, reverse engineering, and converting measurement data into production-ready CAD geometry.
Experience participating in structured design reviews, failure investigations, validation planning, supplier technical reviews, or continuous-improvement initiatives.
Working knowledge of applicable engineering standards, quality-management systems, and ISO-controlled product-development environments.

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