Design Engineer - Kentwood Area

Design Engineer | Kentwood, MI

Salary Range: $73,000 - $112,000 depending on experience

Are you a dedicated professional with a passion for creating innovative product designs and solving engineering challenges? The Pivot Group is committed to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career growth. We partner with leading manufacturing companies in Kentwood, seeking experienced Design Engineers to strengthen their teams.

The Opportunity

We are collaborating with multiple companies in Kentwood seeking experienced Design Engineers. These organizations value long-term fit and are looking for professionals who bring both skill and alignment. By joining our network, you gain access to opportunities tailored to your goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize product designs for manufacturability, cost, and performance.
• Create detailed 2D and 3D CAD models, assemblies, and technical drawings.
• Conduct design for manufacturability (DFM) and design for assembly (DFA) analyses.
• Select appropriate materials and components based on functional requirements and manufacturing processes.
• Support the prototyping, testing, and validation of new designs and product improvements.
• Collaborate with manufacturing, production, and quality teams to resolve design-related issues.
• Generate and maintain comprehensive design documentation, including BOMs and specifications.

Recommended Qualifications

• Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Inventor) for 3D modeling and 2D drafting.
• Strong understanding of mechanical engineering principles, including statics, dynamics, materials science, and stress analysis.
• Experience with various manufacturing processes (e.g., machining, injection molding, sheet metal fabrication) and Design for Manufacturability (DFM).
• Ability to apply Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) principles to engineering drawings.
• Proven problem-solving skills with a focus on optimizing designs for performance, cost, and reliability.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with advanced simulation software (e.g., FEA, CFD).
• Hands-on experience with prototyping, testing, and validation of designs.
• Knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles or Six Sigma methodologies.
• Proficiency in a programming language (e.g., Python, MATLAB) for design automation or data analysis.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Design Engineer, Product Design Engineer, Mechanical Design Engineer, CAD Design Engineer, R&D Design Engineer, Product Development Engineer, Engineering Designer, Systems Design Engineer

Why Pivot Group

The Pivot Group was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic—they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out. The Pivot Group offers resources to support your search—market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.