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Primarily focused on leading continuous improvement initiatives, this position identifies opportunities and develops practical engineering solutions that enhance product performance, quality, manufacturability, and cost efficiency. The role also provides hands-on engineering support to Manufacturing, including troubleshooting production challenges and implementing engineering changes.\nWho We Are\nLandscape Forms is the industry leader in integrated solutions of high-design site furniture and advanced LED lighting. For more than 50 years, we have produced site furnishings that help designers and other clients achieve beautiful, functional environments that enhance the experience of outdoor space. Our secret is simple: Design, Culture, and Craft drive everything we do.\nWhat You Can Expect\nSupport, stability, and the opportunity to grow within a design-driven, collaborative environment.\nLandscape Forms takes pride in offering a competitive benefits package including, but not limited to, insurance benefits available your first day, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, wellness programs, quarterly profit-sharing bonuses, and paid time off.\nLocation Expectations\nThis position is based in Kalamazoo, MI, and is primarily onsite, with an expectation of working onsite 3-5 days per week.\nBecause this role works closely with Manufacturing, onsite presence is important for collaborating with cross-functional teams, evaluating product improvements, supporting production, and implementing engineering solutions. Some flexibility may be available depending on project and team needs.\nHow You Contribute\nIdentify, develop, and implement continuous improvement initiatives that enhance product quality, performance, manufacturability, safety, and cost efficiency.\n\nLead and manage engineering improvement projects, coordinating priorities, timelines, technical milestones, and cross-functional communication.\n\nPartner with Manufacturing to troubleshoot production challenges, investigate product issues, and develop practical engineering solutions.\n\nCreate and modify 3D CAD models, engineering drawings, parts, assemblies, and specifications using SolidWorks.\n\nEvaluate and implement engineering changes while maintaining product functionality, design intent, and manufacturing requirements.\n\nPerform tolerance stack-up analysis and participate in prototype development, product testing, and design validation.\n\nCollaborate with Design, Engineering, Supply Chain, Quality, Manufacturing, and external partners to evaluate materials, manufacturing processes, tooling, and production solutions.\n\nBrainstorm and evaluate engineering improvements, using problem-solving and technical analysis to recommend effective solutions.\n\nMaintain accurate engineering documentation and clearly communicate technical findings, project updates, challenges, and recommendations.\n\nWhat We're Looking For\nBachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline preferred, with 3-5 years of relevant engineering experience and/or a strong technical background.\n\nStrong working knowledge of SolidWorks, including 3D modeling, assemblies, and engineering drawings. 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