Design Engineer Lead

Job Summary

SyBridge Technologies is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Design Engineering
Lead to oversee and guide the design engineering team in developing innovative and high-quality products, tooling, and components. This role is ideal for a technically strong professional with leadership experience and a passion for driving design excellence in a manufacturing or industrial environment.

The Design Engineering Lead is responsible for managing design projects, mentoring engineers, and ensuring that all design work meets quality, accuracy, and customer requirements. This position collaborates closely with Manufacturing, Product Development, and Operations teams to align design solutions with production capabilities and business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the design engineering team, providing guidance, mentorship, and technical support.


• Oversee the development of product, tooling, and fixture designs using CAD and other design software.


• Review and approve engineering drawings, specifications, and design documentation for accuracy and completeness.


• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Product Development, and Operations to ensure designs are manufacturable, cost-effective, and meet customer requirements.


• Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the design engineering team to enhance efficiency, quality, and innovation.


• Manage multiple design projects simultaneously, ensuring deadlines and quality standards are met.


• Facilitate design reviews, cross-functional meetings, and technical problem-solving sessions.


• Ensure compliance with company policies, engineering standards, and regulatory requirements.


• Support prototyping, testing, and validation of new designs.


• Maintain design standards, documentation, and best practices across the team.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Design, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred.


• 10+ years of design engineering experience, with at least 2–3 years in a leadership role.


• Proficiency in CAD software (CATIA or NX).


• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, materials, and design-for-manufacturing principles.


• Proven ability to lead and mentor a team of engineers effectively.


• Strong project management, problem-solving, and communication skills.


• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams in manufacturing or product development.


• Attention to detail and a commitment to quality, innovation, and continuous improvement.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation


• Comprehensive benefits


• Performance-based rewards and recognition


• Supportive and inclusive work environment


• Career growth and development opportunities

Corporate Profile 

SyBridge Technologies is at the forefront of technology-enabled design, prototyping, and manufacturing solutions for complex, high-precision parts. Our mission is to revolutionize how parts are designed and manufactured, making the process simpler and faster through advanced technology. As North America's largest injection molding tooling platform and the leading private on-demand digital manufacturer, we're driven by our cutting-edge AI/ML technology and a team of top-tier software engineers, computational geometry experts, and data scientists. Backed by Crestview Partners and built on 15 strategic acquisitions, SyBridge is a powerhouse of innovation and growth. Headquartered in Itasca, Illinois, we operate across 18 locations in North America, Europe, and Asia. Discover more at [www.SyBridge.com](http://www.SyBridge.com).

About Crestview Partners 

Founded in 2004, Crestview is a value-oriented private equity firm focused on the middle market. The firm is based in New York and manages funds with approximately $10 billion of aggregate capital commitments. The firm is led by a group of partners who have complementary experience and backgrounds in private equity, finance, operations, and management. Crestview has senior investment professionals focused on sourcing and managing investments in industrials, media, and financial services. For more information, please visit [www.crestview.com](http://www.crestview.com).

 Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Statement

In accordance with Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA), 2005 and the Ontario Human Rights Code, and the Equal Employment Opportunity Employment Commission, SyBridge Technologies Inc., will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment selection and/or assessment process to applicants with disabilities. If selected to participate in the recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please inform SyBridge Technologies Inc., Human Resources staff of the nature of the accommodation(s) that you may require in respect of any materials or processes used to ensure your accommodation and inclusion.