Product Development Engineer

What We Do

FOX Factory designs, engineers, manufactures and markets performance-defining products and systems for customers worldwide. Our premium brand, performance-defining products and systems are used primarily on bicycles, side-by-side vehicles, on-road vehicles with and without off-road capabilities, off-road vehicles and trucks, all-terrain vehicles, snowmobiles, specialty vehicles and applications, motorcycles, and commercial trucks. Some of our products are specifically designed for and marketed to a variety of leading cycling and powered vehicle original equipment manufacturers ("OEMs"), while others are distributed to consumers through a global dealer and distribution network. Fox Factory Holding Corp. is the holding company of FOX Factory, Inc. and is publicly traded (FOXF) on Nasdaq. 

Why you should join us

Not only do we provide competitive wages, you will also have access to great benefits and employee

discounts. But more importantly, it’s a fun environment where we truly enjoy working as a team and

bringing great products to our customers!

If this sounds like something you would love to do, and a place you want to be a part of, get in touch

with us by submitting your application. We look forward to hearing from you!

Position Summary:

With assistance from more senior engineers, design and develop new products, from 3D modeling to drawing creation and production implementation, based on customer feedback and sales requirements. Product development position is for Sport Truck USA brands developing product for BDS Suspension, Zone Offroad, JKS Manufacturing, and Baja Kits among other brands.

Position Responsibilities:

• Design and develop new suspension products (control arms, steering knuckles, shocks, ball joints, etc), from 3D modeling and prototyping to drawing creation and production implementation assisted by more senior engineers
• Prepare design presentations
• Carry out design for manufacturability of parts and components
• Carry out design changes and modifications to existing parts and products as required
• Apply sound engineering knowledge with aesthetics to design products which look as good as they function
• Partner with the development team to meet project timing and cost targets
• Prepare reports for manager to meet as required with Sales, Marketing, Production, Quality and other departments to communicate project status and solicit feedback
• Develop test procedures and standards
• Preparation of manufacturing documentation required for product manufacture
• Manages up to five projects concurrently 

Specific Knowledge, Skills or Abilities Required:

• CAD skills and modeling experience 
• Knowledge of engineering tools such as FEA, FMEA, and Lean practices 
• Engineering design knowledge
• Time management and prioritization skills
• Ability to prototype and understand design limitations on a vehicle
• Automotive mechanical experience
• Fabrication, welding, machining experience is a plus
• Microsoft office

Position Qualifications:

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Experience: 

1+ years of experience in product development and hands-on design experience.

Experience in automotive, power sports, consumer products or related industry preferred.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements:

Office Environment

Ability to sit for long periods of time

Vision abilities required to validate and enter data on computer

Ability to work on automotive, power sports and consumer products

Some travel is required 

Disclaimer:  This list does not represent all physical demands.  Descriptions are representative of those that must be met by employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.  Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the jobs’ essential functions. 

Note:  

FOX provides equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, physical disability (including HIV and AIDS), mental disability, results of genetic testing, or service in the military, or any other characteristic protected by the laws or regulations of any jurisdiction in which we operate.  We base all employment decisions –including recruitment, selection, training, compensation, benefits, discipline, promotions, transfers, layoffs, terminations and social/recreational programs – on merit and the principles of equal employment opportunity. 

Fox offers an excellent compensation package and wide-ranging opportunities for professional development.  Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Spending and Dependent Care Savings Accounts, Disability and Life Insurance benefit programs are available, as is a 401k plan with employer matching.  Eligibility for all benefit programs is defined by the applicable plan document or employee handbook.