Rite-Hite is the global leader in the manufacture and distribution of industrial loading dock and door equipment. Our innovative products and world class sales organization ensure solid, consistent growth, both for our company and our staff. We are always looking ahead to develop innovative new products and services to improve our customers' safety, security, and productivity.
What We Offer:Rite-Hite provides competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package with medical, dental, and vision coverage along with life and paid medical leave. We also provide a retirement savings plan that combines 401(K) with company match and profit sharing. Paid holidays, vacation, and up to five paid personal/sick days per year round out the package.
Rite-Hite is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer offering a drug free workplace for our customers and employees.
Job Description:Are you driven to design products that push the limits of innovation, performance, and user experience? We’re seeking a Design Engineer – Advanced Technology to lead the development of next-generation solutions that set new industry standards in functionality, efficiency, and connectivity.
What You’ll Do
Drive product innovation across mechanical, electrical, structural, and hydraulic systems
Translate advanced concepts into real-world designs using 3D CAD (SolidWorks), simulations, and iterative testing
Lead development of smart product ecosystems, including embedded systems, PLC programming, and solid-state electronics (for Electrical Engineers)
Apply advanced modeling and data analysis to validate and optimize product performance
Recommend new materials and components to enhance function, reduce cost, or introduce novel capabilities
Collaborate across engineering, supply chain, and manufacturing teams to bring concepts to life
Mentor junior engineers and foster a high-performance, idea-driven culture
Support field testing and troubleshooting of prototype technologies in real-world settings
What You Bring
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering
Minimum of 2 years of experience in product design or development
Proficiency in 3D CAD (SolidWorks), data analysis tools, and engineering simulation
Strong ability to synthesize complex information and solve technical problems creatively
For Electrical Engineers: Experience in solid-state electronics, firmware/software (C, C++, C#, Visual Basic), and PLC programming is highly desirable
Bonus: Product development background or entrepreneurial mindset
Preferred: Familiarity with Generative AI or Machine Learning in engineering applications
Why You’ll Love It Here
Join a team focused on breakthrough innovation and next-gen product strategy
Influence products from concept to launch with high visibility and impact
Competitive salary, full benefits, and a strong culture of experimentation and growth
Flexible work environment and cross-functional collaboration
Apply now or reach out to learn more.
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What We Do
Rite-Hite, headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin USA is a world-wide leader in the development, manufacture, and sale of loading dock safety systems, industrial door solutions and in-plant products. All of our products are designed for maximum safety, productivity, efficiency and reduced energy costs at your facility.
Rite-Hite's complete product line includes hydraulic, mechanical and air-powered dock levelers, vehicle restraints, light communication systems, truck levelers, dock seals and shelters, high speed doors, cooler/freezer doors, traffic/impact doors, machine safety doors, safety barrier systems, industrial HVLS ceiling fans and a complete line of aftermarket parts, accessories, and service.
Rite-Hite is focused on providing solutions for you. From developing the Dok-Lok in 1980 to prevent premature trailer separation to the innovative Rite-Vu Light Communications system introduced in 2009 to protect pedestrians and forklift drivers, we're innovative to make you safer, more efficient and productive.
Careers
If you would like to explore career opportunities with Rite-Hite, please apply online at www.ritehite.com
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