New Product Development Engineer

About the Company

Our client is an innovative manufacturing company that is aggressively entering the automation space.

About the Role

Job Description: Product Development Engineer

Job Summary: As a Product Development Engineer, you will be driving innovation and shaping the future of our mobile material handling solutions. We are seeking a versatile and motivated Product Development Engineer to support the successful introduction of high-quality products and ensure rapid deployment into the market. This role focuses on mechanical engineering projects while collaborating with cross-disciplinary teams, including both internal and external customers and vendors. Reporting to the Engineering Manager, the ideal candidate will combine technical expertise with problem-solving skills to optimize product performance and support the company’s ambitious growth objectives. Your expertise and creativity will be instrumental in developing cutting-edge solutions addressing industry challenges and meeting the evolving needs of our customers.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to conceptualize, design, and develop new products for mobile material handling solutions.
• Conduct comprehensive research to understand industry trends, customer needs, and technological advancements.
• Lead the product development lifecycle from ideation to prototyping, testing, and final production.
• Utilize your expertise in mechanical engineering principles to optimize product performance, reliability, and manufacturability.
• Provide technical support to internal teams and customers, addressing inquiries and resolving issues effectively.
• Utilize your expertise in mechanical engineering principles to optimize product performance, reliability, and manufacturability.
• Stay updated on emerging technologies and industry standards, incorporating them into product designs.
• Assist in the training and development of production staff with new processes and equipment.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations throughout the testing process.
• Support the integration of automation and mechatronic systems into existing and new products.
• Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in a Mechanical, New Product Development or Manufacturing Engineering role, preferably within the mobile material handling industry.
• Experience with Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and other simulation tools.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, quality control, and lean manufacturing principles.
• Proficient in CAD software (e.g., Autodesk Inventor, SolidWorks) and other relevant engineering tools.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and are comfortable working with aggressive deadlines.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and project management abilities.
• Knowledge of industry standards and regulations related to manufacturing and quality control.

Required Skills

• Analytical Thinking: Ability to systematically analyze problems and propose effective solutions.
• Technical Expertise: Deep understanding of engineering principles, manufacturing processes, and quality control standards.
• Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively convey technical information.
• Team Collaboration: Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to achieve common goals.
• Project Management: Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines.
• Adaptability: Ability to quickly adapt to changing priorities and technologies in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Skills

• Previous experience in the automation of product and process within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in Autodesk Inventor software.
• Fluency in designing for manufacturability and assembly. (DFMA).
• Familiarity with ERP systems.
• Experience with product lifecycle management (PLM) software.
• Previous Experience in AGV, AMR, Forklift or other Class III Equipment Development.
• Experience with automation systems such as PLCs, robotics, industrial controls etc.
• Demonstrated success in contributing to cross-functional teams on process improvement projects.
• Knowledge of regulatory compliance standards such as ISO 9001, AS9100, or similar.