Frida is hiring a
Senior Design Engineer

Summary

The job is for a Sr. Design Engineer at Frida, a company that develops products to support parents. The role involves managing design projects from ideation through production tooling release, transforming product ideas into reality, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. The selected individual will have 5+ years of Design Engineering experience, proficiency in 2D, 3D CAD software, and knowledge of various materials and manufacturing processes.

Requirements

• B.S. or higher in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Plastics Engineering, or equivalent work experience
• 5+ years of Design Engineering experience
• Proficient in 2D, 3D CAD software (Solid Works preferred)
• Design for manufacturability experience
• Experience and knowledge of various materials and manufacturing processes, including plastics injection manufacturing

Responsibilities

• Take on full responsibility for managing multiple design projects from ideation through production tooling release within a fast-paced development environment
• Transform product ideas and concepts into reality while following the stage-gate design process
• Identify critical product characteristics and ensure integration into product designs
• Identify the best materials and manufacturing methods to meet the performance needs of the product requirements
• Establish product manufacturing production specifications and first quality product metrics
• Evaluate product component changes and support the supply chain team with ongoing projects
• Support the qualification and tracking of tools, molds, and fixtures
• Ensure cross-functional teamwork and communication with internal and external contacts to drive the progress of projects to plan
• Collaborate with strategy, design, packaging engineering, regulatory, reliability, and operations teams to identify challenges and offer solutions
• Support the selection of components and final product manufacturers, including overseeing first shots through final article verification
• Maintain regular communications supporting successful partnerships and manage project expectations and collaborative designs

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, vision, and dental plans
• Employer paid life insurance
• Supplemental insurance options including Accident Insurance, Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability
• FSA & HSA
• 401k matching up to 4% with immediate vesting
• Generous paid time off program including elective PTO days, federal holidays, sick/wellness days, and a birthday floater
• Flexible paid pregnancy and parental leave
• Weekly wellness programming including manicures & pedicures, massages, and carwashes
• Dog friendly office - feel free to bring your best buddy with you to work!
• Learning & development opportunities for professional and personal growth
• Company-wide events & outings- we know how to throw a party! Team engagement is at the epicenter of our culture, whether it’s getting together for our annual Fam Jam bash or giving back to our community through a day of service
• Exclusive employee product discounts