Product Engineer

BearCat Manufacturing manufacture a wide range of equipment that serves the asphalt roadbuilding industry.

About the Role:
We’re looking for a hands-on Product Development Engineer to drive innovation and improvement across our product lines. You’ll take ideas from concept to production—designing in SolidWorks, working side-by-side with production teams, and ensuring our products are safe, reliable, cost-effective, and easy to manufacture.

What You’ll Do:

• Design and develop new products and improve existing ones.

• Create 3D models, drawings, BOMs, and process instructions.

• Estimate production costs and optimize designs for manufacturability.

• Lead multiple projects from start to finish, keeping timelines on track.

• Partner with production to solve real-time shop floor challenges.

• Continuously improve product performance, safety, and profitability.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams across engineering, sales, and manufacturing.

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

• Be part of a collaborative team where your ideas and designs make a real impact.

• Work hands-on with products from concept to production—see your work come to life.

• Opportunities for professional growth and development in a supportive environment.

• Competitive pay, benefits, and recognition for your contributions.

• A culture that values innovation, problem-solving, and continuous improvement.

Required Skills & Experience:

• 5+ years in a manufacturing environment with a strong mechanical background.

• SolidWorks proficiency (5+ years) with strong parametric modeling and bottoms-up design.

• Skilled with measuring equipment, reverse engineering, and part inspection.

• Knowledge of machining, welding, sheet metal, and general shop practices.

• Ability to design for manufacturability and serviceability with creative problem-solving.

• Strong communication skills to work effectively with production teams and vendors.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).

Preferred Skills:

• SolidWorks surfaces and sheet metal modeling.

• Experience with welding processes, tooling, and fixture design.

• Basic electronics (wiring harnesses).

• Familiarity with hydraulics and pneumatics.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering (or related field).

• Broad understanding of machine structures, mechanisms, and manufacturing processes.

• Strong 3D CAD expertise in SolidWorks required.

• Knowledge of hydraulics, pneumatics, or electrical systems is a plus depending on assignment.