Product Design Technician

The Product Design Technician position is a technical, hands-on role supporting product development activities across prototyping, testing, and manufacturing. You will collaborate closely with engineering and manufacturing teams to help move products from initial design through production in an onsite setting in Hillsboro, OR.

Key Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, schematics, and technical documentation.
• Operate 3D printers to produce prototypes, components, and design samples.
• Perform hand sewing and other hands-on fabrication techniques as needed for product development.
• Build, modify, and assemble prototypes and product samples.
• Support product design and development projects throughout the development cycle.
• Conduct testing, inspections, and evaluations of products and processes.
• Troubleshoot product issues, equipment problems, and test setup concerns.
• Partner with engineering and manufacturing teams to address design and manufacturability issues.
• Assist with failure analysis and product evaluations.
• Create and maintain technical documentation, reports, procedures, and product information.
• Help improve product designs, processes, and procedures.
• Work independently on assigned projects while collaborating with cross-functional teams.
• Learn and apply new equipment, applications, tools, and manufacturing processes.

Required Qualifications

• Two-year technical degree, bachelor’s degree, or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• Relevant experience in manufacturing, product development, engineering, fabrication, or a related technical field.
• Experience reading and interpreting blueprints, engineering drawings, or technical documentation.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on problem-solving skills.
• Experience with or willingness to learn 3D printing and prototyping equipment.
• Experience with hand sewing, fabrication, textiles, or similar hands-on construction techniques is beneficial.
• Ability to work accurately with detailed components and products in a high-tolerance environment.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Basic understanding of electrical and mechanical concepts preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Strong communication and troubleshooting skills.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with product testing, inspection, data collection, or laboratory instrumentation is a plus.

Tools and Technologies

• 3D printing
• Microsoft Office

Compensation

USD 28–35 per hour

Benefits

• Competitive wages
• Direct deposit
• Weekly pay
• Full medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Short- and life-term insurance options

Work Setting and Application Notes

• This is a technical, hands-on position.
• Candidates must have a two-year technical degree, bachelor’s degree, or equivalent relevant experience, along with demonstrated experience reading blueprints or engineering drawings.
• Relevant experience in manufacturing, product development, engineering, or a related technical field is required.
• Candidates should be comfortable working with 3D printing, hands-on fabrication, and detailed technical components.

About the Position

You will support product development, prototyping, testing, and manufacturing activities by working directly with engineering and manufacturing teams. The role is well-suited to candidates who prefer technical, hands-on work, can follow detailed drawings, build prototypes, operate equipment, and are comfortable learning new processes as projects evolve.