PING, Inc. is seeking a Staff Pickleball Design Engineer that will be responsible for the design process of assigned pickleball products, components, and related development projects. This position is accountable for completing the mechanical design, product CAD, technical requirements, and engineering documentation necessary to support Product Development. The Staff Pickleball Design Engineer demonstrates a high level of competence in at least one area of design expertise, such as composite structures, paddle performance, polymer materials, manufacturing processes, product acoustics, durability, or mechanical design. This position requires the candidate to reside in the Phoenix Metro Area, relocation assistance will be provided.
OUR MISSION:
“To be the unquestioned leader in innovation, design, service and quality while providing an enjoyable environment for employees, and relocation them to fulfill their potential.”
WE OFFER:
- Competitive benefits and compensation package
- Generous employee discount
- Robust wellness program with cash incentives
- Ride Share Programs
- Flexible time off
YOU WILL:
- Be responsible for the cooperative design process of assigned products/projects in order to meet company objectives as well as product/project objectives. These responsibilities are inclusive of:
o Creating the overall design of the assigned product or component. In some cases, oversees the design coordination of several subcomponents.
o Preparing and properly maintaining the CAD design file, including technical supervision over any other related engineering and documentation efforts related to the project.
o Jointly responsible for product specification and initial work instruction authorship with the assigned project engineer.
o Interfacing and coordinating with all applicable disciplines, both within Engineering and the company, typically (but not limited to): Management, Marketing, Paddle Assembly, Manufacturing Engineering, Materials, Safety, Environmental, Project Management, Research and Testing, Product Development, Quality Assurance.
- Be responsible for understanding and following all pertinent company and departmental policies, procedures and protocols.
- Assist other Design Engineers, as requested.
- Stay current within area of expertise relative to the market.
- Be required to travel both domestic and internationally.
YOU HAVE:
- Bachelor’s Degree from a properly accredited college or university in an Engineering or Science discipline, plus a minimum 2 years’ experience (preferably within the sporting goods industry); OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Excellent written and oral communication, interpersonal, organizational and team skills with the ability to gain consensus.
- Proven ability to coordinate a moderate level of activity under a variety of conditions and constraints.
- Demonstrated effective leadership, teamwork, interpersonal and negotiation skills.
- Demonstrated ability to effectively participate in and manage, focus, and lead cross-disciplinary business meetings.
- Computer literacy: High proficiency using MS Office (Outlook, Teams, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, and SharePoint)
- Mastery of Creo design software (preferred) or other mainstream CAD design software.
- Familiarity with PING, Inc., and a high level of familiarity with the game of pickleball and the pickleball industry.
- PlNG is a nicotine free company. Only non-nicotine users should apply.
- PING will not provide VISA sponsorship for this role. Please do not apply for this role if at any time (now if in the future) you will need immigration support (i.e., H-1B, TN, STEM OPT, etc.)
- Our salary ranges are highly competitive within the manufacturing industry and are updated regularly using the most reliable compensation survey data for our industry. New hire offers are made based on a candidate’s experience, expertise, geographic location, and internal pay equity relative to peers.
