Design Engineer II - Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)At Milwaukee Tool, we're not just building tools; we're revolutionizing the construction industry. Our unwavering commitment to innovation drives us to create disruptive new technologies and solutions that enhance safety and productivity for tradespeople worldwide.Our PPE team sits at the intersection of engineering, materials, and user‑driven innovation, delivering safety products that are trusted on the jobsite every day to protect and empower the tradespeople who build our world.The OpportunityJoin our PPE New Product Development (NPD) team and help design the next generation of safety gear. As a Design Engineer II, you will take ownership of critical design work‑turning user needs, new technologies, and engineering fundamentals into PPE products that move from concept to production.This role is ideal for an engineer who enjoys hands‑on problem solving, thrives in a fast‑paced, collaborative environment, and wants to see their designs worn by thousands of users worldwide. Every product you design here protects someone on the jobsite. That responsibility drives everything we do.What You'll DoDesign and develop PPE products from early concept through mass productionApply engineering fundamentals (CAD, GD&T, materials, biomechanics, FEA) to solve real‑world safety challengesPlan and execute design verification & validation testing, ensuring performance, safety, and regulatory complianceAnalyze test data and present clear engineering recommendations to project leaders and stakeholdersCollaborate cross‑functionally with Manufacturing, Quality, Marketing, and suppliers to ensure successful product launchesSupport multiple projects simultaneously, balancing priorities with moderate supervisionBuild and test prototypes using a hands‑on, learn‑fast approachHow You'll Make an ImpactDrive design improvements to enhance performance, durability, cost, and manufacturabilitySolve design and manufacturing issues using root cause analysisContribute new ideas, challenge assumptions, and help foster a culture of innovationShare knowledge and mentor junior engineers as our team growsStay current with PPE standards, industry trends, and emerging technologiesEducationBS in Textile Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Materials Science, or a related fieldExperience2‑5 years of product design and development experienceExperience with PPE, textiles, plastics, elastomers, biomechanics, or regulated products is a plusTechnical SkillsProficiency in 3D CAD (NX, SolidWorks, Creo, or similar)Solid understanding of engineering principles, materials, and manufacturing processesFEA (ANSYS), statistical analysis (Minitab), or similar tools are a plusProfessional SkillsStrong problem‑solving and analytical skillsClear communicator who works well on cross‑functional teamsComfortable taking ownership and working independentlyPassion for safety and user‑focused designWillingness to travel domestically and internationally as neededWhy Milwaukee ToolCompetitive compensation and comprehensive benefitsOn‑site amenities including fitness center and food serviceMeaningful work with visible impact on jobsite safetyA culture that values learning, ownership, and continuous improvementMilwaukee Tool is an equal opportunity employer.#J-18808-Ljbffr