Product Development / Design Engineer

Location: Tulsa, Oklahoma
Employment Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire
Industry: Industrial Manufacturing / Engineered Equipment

Position Overview

A growing industrial equipment manufacturer in the Tulsa area is seeking a Product Development / Design Engineer to support the design, development, testing, and continuous improvement of engineered products and mechanical systems.

This position will play a key role in developing new products, improving existing designs, and supporting projects from initial concept through production. The ideal candidate will have a strong mechanical engineering background, experience with 3D CAD design, and an understanding of manufacturing processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and improve mechanical products, components, and assemblies.

• Create and maintain detailed 3D models, engineering drawings, bills of materials (BOMs), and technical documentation.

• Support new product development from concept and prototyping through testing, validation, and production.

• Collaborate with manufacturing, quality, purchasing, and operations teams to ensure designs are practical, cost-effective, and manufacturable.

• Perform engineering calculations, design evaluations, and technical analysis to support product performance and reliability.

• Identify opportunities for product improvements, cost reductions, and design optimization.

• Assist with prototype builds, product testing, troubleshooting, and design modifications.

• Support engineering change orders (ECOs), drawing revisions, and product documentation.

• Work with suppliers and internal teams to evaluate materials, components, and manufacturing processes.

• Troubleshoot design-related issues and provide technical support to production teams.

• Ensure products meet applicable quality, safety, and engineering standards.

• Participate in continuous improvement and new product introduction (NPI) initiatives.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related engineering discipline.

• 3+ years of mechanical design, product development, or product engineering experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.

• Proficiency with 3D CAD software such as SolidWorks, Inventor, Creo, or similar programs.

• Experience developing engineering drawings, mechanical assemblies, and bills of materials.

• Understanding of mechanical design principles, materials, fabrication, and manufacturing processes.

• Ability to perform engineering calculations and troubleshoot mechanical design challenges.

• Strong communication, problem-solving, and project coordination skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience designing industrial equipment, fabricated assemblies, or custom-engineered mechanical products.

• Background in heat transfer equipment, cooling systems, heat exchangers, or thermal management products.

• Familiarity with sheet metal fabrication, welding, machining, and mechanical assembly processes.

• Experience with design for manufacturability (DFM) and design for assembly (DFA).

• Knowledge of engineering change management, ERP systems, and product lifecycle processes.

• Experience with prototype development, product validation, and performance testing.

• Familiarity with FEA, CFD, or other engineering analysis tools.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation based on experience

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits

Nesco Resource offers a comprehensive benefits package for our associates, which includes a MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan that encompasses Medical, Vision, Dental, 401K, and EAP (Employee Assistance Program) services.

Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.