Product Engineer

Position Overview:
The Product Engineer works with Application Engineering and Manufacturing Engineering to design, develop, and enhance products, processes, and systems in alignment with customer requirements and manufacturing capabilities. This role evaluates product objectives and constraints, develops technical specifications, prepares engineering documentation, and supports the full product lifecycle—from concept and modeling through fabrication, assembly, testing, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluate and analyze product requirements, constraints, and objectives; develop detailed technical and functional specifications for mechanical components and assemblies.
• Identify appropriate materials, components, and manufacturing processes to deliver effective, cost-efficient solutions that meet design intent and production needs.
• Prepare technical documentation including drawings, instructions, specifications, and engineering reports.
• Utilize CAD software and other modeling tools to develop mechanical parts and tooling; communicate conceptual and detailed designs to cross functional stakeholders.
• Support production processes, including equipment tooling or modifications, part manufacturing, and quality assurance.
• Conduct simulations, prototype builds, and testing to evaluate performance, reliability, and safety; collect and analyze data to recommend design improvements.
• Routinely test and evaluate mechanical systems and equipment critical to business operations to ensure safe, reliable, and optimal functionality.
• Collaborate with engineering, production, quality, and operations teams to resolve issues and support continuous improvement.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong understanding of mechanical engineering principles, materials, manufacturing processes, and CAD design.
• Ability to analyze requirements, evaluate constraints, and develop effective technical solutions.
• Skilled in technical documentation, communication, organization, and problem-solving.
• Ability to collaborate effectively across functions, support production activities, and manage multiple tasks in a fast paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field required.
• Proficiency in CAD software, mechanical design principles, materials selection, and manufacturing processes.
• Experience with prototype development, mechanical testing, and performance analysis preferred.

Physical Demands

The work environment will be a mix of a typical office environment, a manufacturing floor and a construction site.   Noise level: Normal office, manufacturing and construction noises.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills required of personnel so classified. The reporting relationship may not reflect the most recent changes to the corporate

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