Senior Design Engineer

​​Who We Are

At CPC (Colder Products Company), we’re not just connecting fluid lines – we’re connecting people, ideas, and possibilities. For nearly 50 years, we’ve been engineering cutting-edge fluid connection technologies that power industries from biopharmaceutical, thermal management (liquid cooling of electronics), medical, industrial, and chemical handling markets. 

 

But what sets us apart? Our people. 

 

We’re a team of problem-solvers, innovators, and forward-thinkers who thrive in a culture that values collaboration, creativity, and continuous improvement. Headquartered in Minneapolis/St. Paul, with over 700 employees in 14 countries, we’re growing fast, and we want you to grow with us!

 

Your Role

Are you ready to make an impact and work with a company that values your expertise, ideas, and career growth? As our next Senior Design Engineer, you’ll be at the forefront of shaping our organization’s success. This isn’t just a job – it’s a career move where you’ll thrive, learn, and enjoy coming to work.

 

Responsibilities:

• Develop products from conceptualization to launch
• Collaborates and consults with Test, Tooling, Manufacturing and Quality Engineers in support of new product development
• Interacts with customers and suppliers as needed to assess new technology needs
• Partner with Product management and Sales to create solutions for a growing Biopharmaceutical market
• Leads or assists in efforts to resolve product performance issues
• Adheres to all safety regulations
• Demonstrates support of CPC core values
• Performs other job duties as assigned to meet business needs.

 

Qualifications:

Basic Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in mechanical engineering, or another related field.
• 7+ years of design and product development experience
• Strong verbal and written communications skills required; must be able to communicate effectively with internal departments, vendors, and customers
• Ability to work independently, and to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• CAD proficiency – PTC Creo, Solidworks, etc
• Knowledge and grasp of rapid prototyping techniques and manufacturing methods
• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Demonstrated history of design innovation
• Energetic and enthusiastic approach toward the definition of new products, complimented by an educated and realistic business outlook
• Prior experience in the design of injection molded plastic components is strongly preferred.
• This role may require up to 5% of travel, domestically. Candidates should be comfortable with occasional travel as needed to support business objectives.

 

Why You’ll Love Working Here 

 

Our Culture

At CPC, our people aren’t just employees, they’re the driving force behind our success. We’ve built a culture rooted in respect, collaboration, and integrity, where every voice matters, and innovation thrives. It’s not just us saying it; CPC has been recognized as a Top Workplace 5x in the past 6 years, because we genuinely care about our employees’ growth, well-being, and success. This isn’t just a workplace; it’s a community where you’ll feel valued, empowered, and inspired to do your best work every day.

 

Growth & Development

We invest in you. Whether you’re looking to expand your skills, take on new challenges, or advance your career, we’re here to support you. We offer:

• Mentorship, hands-on training, and career development opportunities to help you reach your full potential.
• Tuition Assistance to support continued education, plus scholarship programs for children of eligible employees.
• A Co-Op and intern program in partnership with several universities for hands-on industry experience.
• Recognition programs that celebrate your contributions, from employee loyalty awards to peer-to-peer recognition.

 

Because when you succeed, we all succeed.

 

Work/Life Balance

We get it – work is important, but so is