Design Engineer I
Department: Engineering
Reports To: Director of Engineering & Prototype
Position Type: Full-Time (Onsite)
About the Role
Colony Display is seeking a motivated Design Engineer I to support the design, engineering, and development of custom retail fixtures and display solutions from concept through production. This role offers an excellent opportunity for an early-career engineer to gain hands-on experience while working alongside experienced engineering, prototype, and manufacturing teams.
The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, mechanically inclined, and eager to solve problems in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You’ll play an important role in developing engineering documentation, supporting prototype builds, and helping ensure every project is designed for quality, manufacturability, and cost efficiency.
Responsibilities
- Create and revise engineering drawings, assembly drawings, installation drawings, and Bills of Materials (BOMs) for custom retail displays and fixtures.
- Support the design and engineering process from initial concept through final production.
- Process Engineering Change Notices (ECNs) while maintaining revision control for engineering drawings and Bills of Materials.
- Collaborate with Engineering, Estimating, Production, Prototype, Purchasing, and vendor teams to ensure designs are manufacturable and production-ready.
- Participate in prototype assembly, product testing, troubleshooting, and value engineering initiatives to improve product quality and reduce manufacturing costs.
- Maintain organized engineering documentation and provide ongoing support throughout the manufacturing process.
- Assist with additional engineering and product development tasks as assigned.
- Maintain regular onsite attendance and actively support cross-functional project teams.
Qualifications
- Associate’s degree in Drafting, Engineering, or a related technical field preferred.
- 0–3 years of experience in manufacturing, product design, fixture engineering, or a related field.
- Basic understanding of engineering principles, manufacturing processes, and material selection.
- Proficiency with 3D CAD software, with Autodesk Inventor preferred.
- Ability to create and interpret engineering drawings and Bills of Materials.
- Familiarity with wood, metal, and plastic manufacturing processes is preferred.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment.
- Experience using measuring tools such as tape measures and calipers is preferred.
What Makes You Successful
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to engineering accuracy.
- Curious mindset with a willingness to learn and continuously improve.
- Hands-on approach to problem-solving and prototype development.
- Ability to balance technical precision with practical manufacturing requirements.
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple priorities.
- Collaborative team player who communicates effectively across departments.
Build Innovative Retail Solutions
If you’re passionate about engineering, product development, and bringing innovative retail environments to life, we’d love to hear from you. Join Colony Display and help transform concepts into high-quality retail fixtures and display solutions used by nationally recognized brands.