DESIGN ENGINEER SKILLS, EXPERIENCE, AND JOB REQUIREMENTS
Published: Feb 10, 2025 – The Design Engineer demonstrates expertise in creating detailed parts, components, and assembly drawings using SolidWorks, supported by hands-on manufacturing and product assembly experience. This position excels in managing multiple projects at various stages, ensuring effective communication with internal teams, external departments, suppliers, and customers to achieve results. The engineer is proficient in SolidWorks PDM and the MS Office Suite, with a strong understanding of engineering documentation and technical release processes.
Essential Hard and Soft Skills for a Standout Design Engineer Resume
- CAD Software
- Structural Analysis
- Material Science
- Mechanical Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Finite Element Analysis
- Prototyping
- 3D Printing
- Thermodynamics
- Manufacturing Processes
- Problem-Solving
- Communication
- Teamwork
- Critical Thinking
- Time Management
- Creativity
- Adaptability
- Attention to Detail
- Decision-Making
- Collaboration
Summary of Design Engineer Knowledge and Qualifications on Resume
1. BS in Mechanical Engineering with 4 years of Experience
- Prior relevant experience unless prohibited by local laws/regulations.
- Prior experience in the design of mechanical systems for commercial aircraft seating products
- Experience working with Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFMA) principles.
- Familiarity with FAA requirements
- Experience with mechanical routing of electrical cables
- Knowledge or experience with applicable aircraft specs related to wiring routing.
- Advanced skills in computer-aided design (CAD) software, such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or CATIA
- Ability to manage complex projects from conception through to completion
- Skills in working collaboratively with other engineering disciplines, supply chain, and manufacturing teams
- Ability to innovate and think creatively to solve complex design challenges and improve product functionality and user experience
2. BS in Electrical Engineering with 6 years of Experience
- Experience in civil site design focused on commercial and municipal projects.
- Practicable and verifiable experience with Microstation/AutoCAD Civil 3D software.
- Must show project-related experience with site, grading, drainage, and utility design.
- Experience in the use of AutoTurn
- Capable of adhering to existing CAD/Quality standards and utilizing them properly.
- The ability to make complex mathematical computations accurately.
- The ability to express ideas clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
- Must be willing to work overtime as needed by the department needs.
- Must be able to operate a computer and sit for long periods.
- Capable of working with minimal oversight and direction from the supervisor.
3. BS in Industrial Engineering with 3 years of Experience
- Working experience in road design
- Experience with InRoads/OPenRoads software
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, and MicroStation
- Working knowledge of MTO and TAC geometric design standards
- Experience in Regional projects (Peel, Halton, York)
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills for interaction and correspondence with clients and design team
- Must be self-motivated
- Must demonstrate a collaborative attitude in working with members of the team
- Excellent analytical and decision-making skills, with a commitment to excellence and high-quality work
- Good organizational skills, being reliable, detail-oriented, and capable of taking initiative
4. BS in Civil Engineering with 10 years of Experience
- Experience with A/E firm in building electrical design and detailing
- Experience independently completing design layouts for electrical and/or low-voltage systems
- Proficiency in computer software including Revit and Microsoft Word/Excel.
- Experience contributing to system sizing (utilizing software), equipment selection, calculations, and corresponding Model updates.
- Experience preparing (redline) design layouts.
- General understanding of construction and project delivery methods.
- Excellent time management, organization, and multi-task skills.
- Strong problem-solving and self-motivation skills.
- Positive attitude and commitment to being an active participant working as part of a multi-discipline team.
- Demonstrated passion for technology and its integration with the AEC industry.
- Ability to persuasively and visually communicate ideas, and communicate effectively and tactfully with project personnel
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
5. BS in Materials Science with 2 years of Experience
- A passion for engineering, and able to demonstrate how your ideas have made a difference
- Previous experience designing products and practical knowledge of 3D CAD and simulation packages.
- A good understanding and knowledge of physical, mechanical, and electronic principles.
- A basic understanding of practical and methodical design development through prototyping, testing, and evaluation of results
- Knowledge and understanding of plastic injection molding, tooling, and other manufacturing methods
- Ability to plan, prioritize tasks, and coordinate with the work of others.
- Excellent communication, problem-solving, and analytical skills.
- Experience working closely with electronics and electronic systems.
- Basic coding skills and knowledge of system engineering
- General knowledge of industry procedures and practices
6. BS in Automotive Engineering with 5 years of Experience
- Exhibit self-motivation, integrity, resilience, and flexibility in current and new situations, but always a team player with subordinates, peers, and/or management
- Must be results-driven and can encourage and speak up to people and teams to perform
- Ability to construct individual parts, components, and sub-assembly/assembly drawing/specification documentation to meet goals/requirements.
- Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal) with the immediate team, all participating inside and outside departments, supplier, and customer base, as well as upper management
- Able to manage multiple projects in varying stages of process execution with knowledge, expertise, and motivation to succeed.
- SolidWorks design experience in construction, agriculture, and/or related industry products
- Demonstrated understanding of design, engineering documentation, and release of technical documents
- Hands-on manufacturing and/or product assembly experience
- SolidWorks PDM experience
- Proficiency in MS Office Suite - Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
7. BS in Manufacturing Engineering with 9 years of Experience
- Working knowledge of design projects within multi-disciplinary teams
- Working knowledge within a manufacturing environment or the Energy Industry
- Working knowledge within a manufacturing environment and the Energy Industry, specifically with Surface Test Trees, Gate Valves, Mud Valves, Plug Valves, Hammer Unions, and Flowline equipment
- Computer literacy (including good command of Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, AutoDesk Suite, AutoCAD, SolidWorks, MRP/ERP systems)
- A good working understanding of ISO9001
- Working knowledge in hand calculations
- Knowledge of design codes including, EC Directives and CE Marking, API 6A, ASME VIII Boiler and Pressure Vessels, ASME B31.3, NACE MR-0175, ATEX, Norsok, EN12079/DNV2.7-1 2.7.3
- Have an understanding of commonplace industry materials and their application
- Have an understanding of welding processes and procedures
- Proficiency in managing timelines, resources, and stakeholder expectations to ensure project deliverables are completed on time and within budget.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Ability to apply creative thinking and innovative problem-solving techniques to overcome design challenges and deliver functional, reliable products
8. BS in Manufacturing Engineering with 7 years of Experience
- Experience in UX Design with highly skilled work in visual and UX design, excellent written communication, and storytelling skills.
- Experience in an Agile, collaborative environment, understanding stakeholder requirements and ensuring that designs serve the users.
- Experience in a client-facing role, including workshop facilitation to shepherd clients through design-thinking methods, anticipate client needs and work with peers and executives to help ensure an excellent experience for the client.
- Experience using design thinking and agile practices and applied to software and other areas of business.
- Experience in a Lead Designer role with the ability to articulate the value of design to non-designers, support non-designers in making their way through new concepts, and adjust techniques
- Proficient in conducting user research and usability testing to gather insights and validate design decisions
- Skilled in creating high-fidelity prototypes to visualize design concepts, facilitate user testing, and communicate functionality to stakeholders effectively
- Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, capable of identifying design challenges and innovatively addressing them within constraints
- Experience in overseeing projects from conception through completion, managing timelines, and coordinating resources effectively in dynamic environments
- Excellent at engaging with stakeholders at all levels
- Strong verbal and written communication abilities