Role Overview 

The Mechanical Design Engineer plays a critical role in the development of Latitude’s hard-goods product line. This engineer will focus on mechanisms, mechanical systems, and functional assemblies, contributing to the full product lifecycle from concept through production. The ideal candidate is a hands-on problem solver with strong 3D CAD skills, a deep understanding of mechanical design principles, and experience designing for manufacturability. You will work closely with senior engineering leadership, product management, and sourcing partners to bring innovative, durable, and field-ready products to life. 

Key Responsibilities 

• Develop detailed 3D CAD models, assemblies, and engineering drawings using Autodesk Inventor, AutoCAD, or Fusion 360 
• Design mechanisms, linkages, and moving systems with an emphasis on reliability and manufacturability 
• Apply GD&T, tolerance stack-ups, and engineering best practices 
• Support structural and mechanical simulations (FEA, motion studies, load analysis) 
• Interpret simulation results and translate them into design improvements 
• Build and evaluate prototypes using in-house tools and external partners 
• Conduct functional testing, failure analysis, and iterative refinement 
• Document test results and propose engineering solutions 
• Work with suppliers to ensure manufacturability, cost efficiency, and quality 
• Support DFM and DFA activities across plastics, metals, and composite processes 
• Participate in design reviews and technical discussions with vendors 
• Maintain engineering documentation, revision control, and BOM accuracy 
• Collaborate with product managers, sourcing, and soft goods teams to align on requirements 
• Support project timelines and deliverables across multiple concurrent programs 

Qualifications 

• 2–4 years of mechanical design engineering experience 
• Strong proficiency in at least one major 3D CAD platform (Autodesk Inventor, AutoCAD & Fusion 360 preferred) 
• Experience designing mechanisms, linkages, and mechanical systems 
• Familiarity with structural analysis and simulation tools (FEA, motion/multibody analysis) 
• Understanding of DFM/DFA for plastics, metals, and composite manufacturing 
• Hands-on prototyping and testing experience 
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills 
• Passion for the outdoors and building high-performance gear 

Location & Work Format 

This role will be based at our headquarters in Grand Rapids, MI. The expectation is to be onsite in our design studio for a minimum of 3 days per week. Remote focus work for enhancing personal productivity can be leveraged 1-2 days per week where appropriate. Experienced candidates can be provided with up to 3 months of remote work before transitioning to Grand Rapids to allow for an earlier start date.  

Benefits 

• Base salary negotiable based on experience 
• Performance based bonus 15% of base salary 
• Additional project based compensation incentives available 
• 401k with 4% company match 
• 80% cost coverage of medical, dental & vision insurance 
• Relocation stipend available 

About Latitude Outdoors 

Latitude Outdoors is a fast-growing outdoor equipment company dedicated to redefining the mobile hunting experience. We design premium gear that blends innovation, performance, and simplicity — empowering hunters to move lighter, stay longer, and hunt smarter. Our team is passionate about the outdoors, craftsmanship, and building products that stand up to the most demanding conditions. 

Our Vision for the Product Development Team 

We are building a world-class product development organization that balances creativity, technical excellence, and cross-functional collaboration. Our goal is to launch innovative, high-quality products that reflect our brand values, delight our customers, and scale with our growing business. We believe in empowering our team with ownership, clarity, and the tools to do their best work. 

What Our Product Team Values 

• Customer Obsession – solve problems with empathy & authenticity 
• Craftsmanship – sweat the details and take pride in our work 
• Agility – move fast, learn quickly, and adapt with purpose 
• Ownership – take initiative and follow through 
• Team First – win together and support each other 

Latitude Core Values 

• Growth Mindset - strive to be the best, do not fear failure learn from it and reapply, seek continuous improvement, proactively identify and solve problems 
• Grit - work ethic encompassing resilience, persistence, and passion 
• Empathy - always considering the perspective of others with humility 
• Dependability - consistently deliver according to standards 
• Accountability - own outcomes, take responsibility with transparency and follow through 
• Communication - clear, timely, & consistent, always close the loop