Mechanical Designer

ABOUT THE COMPANY: SVP Worldwide, doing business through SVP-Singer Holdings, Inc. and its affiliates, is the world’s largest consumer sewing machine company, accounting for approximately one out of every three household sewing machines sold annually across the globe. The company and its three iconic brands - SINGER®, VIKING®, and PFAFF® - have delighted consumers for over 460 years. These premium brands and products are regarded as the choice for serious sewists and novice crafters.
The company’s corporate headquarters is located in Nashville, TN, and supported by regional headquarters/sales offices located in Milan (Italy), and Mexico City (Mexico) that, combined, reach consumers in more than 180 countries. SVP has manufacturing facilities across Asia and Latin America, multiple R&D centers, a software development center in Europe, and a global supply chain with distribution centers in all regions.
SVP Worldwide has a history of innovation and has established a leading offering in the Internet-of-Things (IoT) segment by introducing mySewnet®, the industry’s first cloud-based operating system. Its product portfolio covers entry-level sewing machines all the way up to advanced, internet-connected, leading-edge household sewing machines that retail for $18,999 and all segments in-between. In addition to sewing machines, the product portfolio includes sewing accessories, notions, garment care products as well as software.
The products are sold across a network of sewing machine dealers, mass retailers (e.g., Costco, Walmart, Lidl, MediaMarkt, Carrefour), specialty retailers (e.g., Joann, Michaels), online retailers (e.g., Amazon, Tmall), distributors, and through the company’s 180 internally operated retail stores.

ABOUT THE POSITION:
Join our Mechanical Design team and bring your expertise to tackle world-class engineering challenges in the sewing technology sector. Your design experience will be crucial in driving success for both you and your team. We're looking for someone with a natural flair for professional design principles and the creativity to navigate through complex design challenges.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
· Lead advanced design projects, solving complex problems and guiding team members.
· Foster creativity and innovation in design processes.
· Uphold and promote high standards in CAD executions.
· Initiate improvements and changes that benefit both the team and the company.
· Educate and mentor colleagues, enhancing team skills and knowledge.
· Conduct and contribute to design reviews, ensuring high-quality outcomes.
· Manage high-priority projects with attention to detail and efficiency.
· Maintain international liaison, particularly with teams in Asia and the USA.
· Ensure compliance with company and industry standards, focusing on functionality, quality, manufacturability, and robustness of designs.

AUTHORITIES:
· Autonomy in selecting solutions and design approaches.
· Pioneer advancements in sewing engineering through innovative materials and design strategies.
· Advocate for enhanced design methodologies and prototype development in projects.
· Propose new processes, principles, and review methods for design excellence.
· Coordinate with production and project management teams to streamline project execution.

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:
Experience-
· Proven expertise in structured design approaches.
· Familiarity with professional design principles.
· Preferably knowledgeable in fine mechanics and advanced plastics.
· Proficiency in CREO and Windchill is advantageous.
· Valued international work experience.
· Fluent in English.

Skills/personal qualifications-
· Exceptional skill in Mechanical Design.
· Solution-focused with a proactive drive.
· Team-oriented with a collaborative work style.
· Positive, with a resilient "can do" attitude.
· Competent in conveying complex concepts both verbally and in writing.
· Prior experience in the consumer goods sector is beneficial.

Education and Certifications-
· Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.


THE INDUSTRY
The sewing machine industry is a global industry that is experiencing renewed growth. In developed markets, growth rates are projected to outpace GDP growth, according to Global Industry Analysts, Inc., the leading industry data source. Growth in these markets is driven by the millennial generation that is increasingly attracted to personalization, crafts, and self-expression. In developing markets, the industry is expected to grow at 4% annually, fueled by the emerging middle class and the “need to sew” segment that uses sewing machines to support the household.

THE FUTURE
In 2021, SVP Worldwide was acquired by Platinum Equity (www.platinumequity.com), a global investment firm with more than $25 billion of assets under management and a portfolio of approximately 50 operating companies that serve customers around the world. Platinum Equity has committed to fully support SVP’s continued growth and to bring additional financial and operational resources to bear to help accelerate the company’s efforts.
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