Product Design Engineer

Product Design Engineer Ravenna, Ohio (Onsite) | Salary Range: $100,000-$135,000 Please no 3 rd party or c2c candidates We will consider candidates willing to relocate and will provide relocation assistance. Position Overview We are seeking a Product Design Engineer to join our Customer Solution Center (CSC) in Ravenna, Ohio. This is a hybrid technical position combining finite element analysis (FEA), product design, and direct customer technical support. The ideal candidate is a hands-on engineer who can: Perform and interpret advanced simulation and FEA Develop and review product designs using CATIA Communicate confidently with customers to troubleshoot, diagnose, and resolve real-world application issues Key Responsibilities Advanced Analysis & Simulation Perform structural FEA and simulation (linear and nonlinear) using tools such as Abaqus, ANSYS, LS-DYNA, or equivalent Support durability, fatigue, impact, creep, and deformation analyses for plastic components Correlate simulation results with physical testing and field data Support failure investigations and root-cause analysis related to customer applications Product Design & CAD Support Support part and system-level design using CATIA V5/V6 Review customer designs for geometry, manufacturability, and performance Propose design modifications or optimization recommendations based on analysis and testing Collaborate with internal R&D, testing, and manufacturing teams Customer Technical Support & Collaboration Serve as the technical interface between our team and customers (OEMs, Tier-1s, and processors) Lead technical discussions related to material performance, design assumptions, and failure mechanisms Support customer troubleshooting, including onsite or virtual technical reviews Clearly explain complex technical findings to diverse audiences, including non-CAE experts Required Qualifications Bachelor s or Master s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Engineering, or a related field 5+ years of experience in product design engineering, CAE/FEA analysis, or customer-facing technical engineering roles Hands-on experience with FEA/simulation tools (Abaqus, ANSYS, LS-DYNA, or similar) Working knowledge of CATIA for part or system-level design review Experience supporting thermoplastics (ABS, PC, PA, PBT, or similar) Strong verbal and written communication skills in English Preferred Qualifications Experience combining design ownership and CAE analysis in the same role Background in customer technical service, applications engineering, or field support Familiarity with plastics durability, fatigue, creep, or impact behavior Experience working directly with OEM or automotive customers Benefit Offerings: Our client s goal is to provide a benefits package that gives you peace of mind, helps you stay healthy, and supports you at every stage of your career. .Their offerings include medical, vision, dental, 401K with match, and a competitive paid time off schedule aligned with the Ravenna market. 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.