Design Engineer Jobs in Cranford, NJ

A Design Engineer in the engineering industry is primarily responsible for researching and developing new ideas for products, systems or components, and creating both initial sketches and detailed design plans using computer-aided design (CAD) software. They liaise with clients, manufacturers, and other professionals to understand design requirements, ensure feasibility of design, and oversee the production process. Design Engineers also test prototypes, modify designs, and ensure compliance with applicable safety regulations.

Key skills for a Design Engineer include strong problem-solving abilities, excellent attention to detail, proficiency in CAD software, and robust knowledge of engineering principles. Additionally, good communication and collaboration skills are crucial for liaising with different stakeholders. A degree in mechanical, electrical, civil, or related engineering field is typically required. Some employers may prefer candidates with a Professional Engineer (PE) certification. Prior experience as a Junior Engineer, CAD Technician, or Mechanical Drafter can be beneficial stepping stones towards a career as a Design Engineer.

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Associate Technical Designer, Mens Nike, TH Underwear

  • PVH Corp.
  • New York, NY (17 miles from Cranford, NJ)
  • moments ago
  • New York, NY (17 miles from Cranford, NJ)
  • moments ago

Associate Technical Designer, Men's Nike, TH Underwear R59650 New York, United States Full Time TUG Add to favorites View favorites Design Your Future at PVH Associate Technical Designer, Men's...

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Senior Technical Designer

  • New York, NY (17 miles from Cranford, NJ)
  • 1 hour ago
  • New York, NY (17 miles from Cranford, NJ)
  • 1 hour ago

Highly Experienced SR Technical Designer in fit, specs and construction. We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Technical Designer to join our Women's Missy Ready-to-Wear team. This role...

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Design Engineer

  • Ajax
  • New York, NY (17 miles from Cranford, NJ)
  • 1 hour ago
  • New York, NY (17 miles from Cranford, NJ)
  • 1 hour ago

2 years of experience building and iterating on live products Who wants to work to make these crazy LLMs useful for real people What you'll do Talk to customers, figure what problems they have,...

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Sr Technical Designer, M/W Outerwear - Calvin Klein

  • PVH
  • New York, NY (17 miles from Cranford, NJ)
  • 1 hour ago
  • New York, NY (17 miles from Cranford, NJ)
  • 1 hour ago

Be part of an iconic story. At Calvin Klein, we believe in fostering an inclusive and collaborative culture by celebrating different perspectives, backgrounds and beliefs to truly connect with our...

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TPU RTL Design Engineer, Cloud

  • Google
  • New York, NY (17 miles from Cranford, NJ)
  • 2 hours ago
  • New York, NY (17 miles from Cranford, NJ)
  • 2 hours ago

As an RTL Design Engineer on the Tensor Processing Units (TPU) team, you will be a key contributor to the development of Google's AI accelerators....

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RTL Design Engineer, TPU Integration and Automation

  • Google
  • New York, NY (17 miles from Cranford, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (17 miles from Cranford, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Experience programming in Python and shell scripting, and experience with SystemVerilog or other hardware description languages....

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Associate Technical Designer

  • French Connection
  • New York City, NY (16 miles from Cranford, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York City, NY (16 miles from Cranford, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Reporting to: Production Technical Designer Job Summary: The Associate Technical Designer will support the Full Price Design team, primarily assisting the Production Technical Designer in creating...

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Senior Product Design Engineer, Pixel Earbuds

  • Google
  • New York, NY (17 miles from Cranford, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (17 miles from Cranford, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

As a Senior Product Design Engineer, you will design the next-generation Pixel Earbuds....

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Temp Technical Designer

  • Atrium Staffing
  • New York, NY (17 miles from Cranford, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • New York, NY (17 miles from Cranford, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

Client Overview: Our client is a design-driven apparel company specializing in lifestyle products with a strong focus on quality, fit, and thoughtful product development. Their collaborative team...

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Technical Designer

  • New York, NY (17 miles from Cranford, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • New York, NY (17 miles from Cranford, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

TECHNICAL DESIGNER Position Overview NYC fashion company is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Technical Designer with deep expertise in sweater knits to join our fast-paced product...

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Senior Technical Designer - Womens

  • Perry Ellis International
  • New York, NY (17 miles from Cranford, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • New York, NY (17 miles from Cranford, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

Company Overview Perry Ellis International, Inc. represents a diverse portfolio of lifestyle apparel brands. The Company, through its wholly owned subsidiaries owns and licenses nationally and...

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Technical Designer Childrens Apparwel

  • Solomon Page Group
  • New York, NY (17 miles from Cranford, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • New York, NY (17 miles from Cranford, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

Our client is looking to fill the role of Technical Designer. The Technical Designer is responsible for ensuring that all apparel styles are accurately developed from initial concept through final...

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CAD Designer/Technical Designer

  • Career Group Inc.
  • New York, NY (17 miles from Cranford, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • New York, NY (17 miles from Cranford, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

Our client, a children's apparel and fashion retailer is seeking a CAD Designer / Technical Designer in the NYC area! Responsibilities: Create CAD artwork and technical sketches. Prepare and...

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Technical Designer

  • Delta Galil Industries
  • New York, NY (17 miles from Cranford, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • New York, NY (17 miles from Cranford, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

Company Overview Delta Galil USA, Inc. is a global manufacturer and marketer of branded and private label apparel products for men, women and children. Since its inception in 1975, the company has...

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Senior Mechanical Design Engineer

  • Corning
  • New York, NY (17 miles from Cranford, NJ)
  • 7 days ago
  • New York, NY (17 miles from Cranford, NJ)
  • 7 days ago

Proficiency in 3D CAD and detailed engineering drawings using SolidWorks, PTC Creo, Siemens NX, Autodesk Inventor, or equivalent....

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Salary for Design Engineer Jobs in Cranford, NJ

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireEngineering research efforts.

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Highest Education Level

Design Engineers in Cranford, NJ offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
54.2%
Master's Degree
30.5%
Associate's Degree
6.7%
Doctorate Degree
3.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
2.7%
High School or GED
1.9%
Some College
0.4%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Design Engineers in Cranford, NJ
4-6 years
26.4%
2-4 years
25.9%
6-8 years
17.6%
Less than 1 year
10.4%
1-2 years
7.0%
8-10 years
5.9%
None
4.2%
10+ years
2.6%


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