Product Design Engineer (Plastics / Manufacturing / DFM)

Posted 2 months ago

Worldwide

Summary

We are developing an insulated box for food delivery. We’re looking for an experienced Product / Mechanical Design Engineer with strong expertise in plastic product development and manufacturing to support product development. Scope of work: - Review product concept and advise on the best manufacturing approach - Develop production-ready 3D CAD - Design for manufacturability, structural strength, assembly, durability, and outdoor use - Optimize product architecture, wall design, hinges, closures, sealing, and internal space efficiency - Advise on material selection, prototyping, and production strategy Requirements: - Strong experience in plastic product design and manufacturing - Proven work with enclosures, coolers, cases, automotive/appliance housings, or similar products - Proficiency in SolidWorks, Creo, Fusion 360, NX, or similar - Understanding of tooling, production constraints, material behavior, and cost optimization - Ability to communicate clearly and work collaboratively To apply, please share: - Relevant products you’ve designed - CAD software you use - Experience taking plastic products from concept to production - Your hourly rate or project pricing Bonus if you have experience with insulated products, outdoor products, or delivery/logistics equipment.

  • Less than 30 hrs/week
    Hourly
  • < 1 month
    Duration
  • Intermediate
    Experience Level
  • Remote Job
  • One-time project
    Project Type
Skills and Expertise
Mandatory skills
Product Design
3D Modeling
Activity on this job
  • Proposals:20 to 50
  • Last viewed by client:4 weeks ago
  • Hires:
    1
  • Interviewing:
    39
  • Invites sent:
    28
  • Unanswered invites:
    0
About the client
Member since May 8, 2019
  • United Arab Emirates
    Sharjah12:23 AM
  • $10K total spent
    40 hires, 5 active
  • Automotive
    Individual client

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