Position Summary
The Product Development Engineer leads innovation in designing, prototyping, and testing advanced attachment solutions for cladding and building envelope systems. They will be responsible for seeing the product/process to completion from conceptualization to launch. This role is critical to developing high-performance, sustainable products that meet evolving design standards and fabrication practices to ensure our solutions remain industry-leading.
Product Development & Innovation
- Research, design, and develop new products and processes for cladding support systems using established engineering principles.
- Create and refine prototypes, ensuring conformity through testing and fabrication support.
- Transition designs to manufacturing and contribute to continuous product improvement initiatives.
- Develop and maintain CAD models, assemblies, drawings, and ERP part libraries of products in the Development phase.
Testing & Compliance
- Ensure compliance with building codes, standards, and transparency requirements (including IBC, IRC, IECC, ASTM, ASHRAE, etc).
- Coordinate code compliance reports, certifications, and other documentation.
- Coordinate thermal, structural performance and other testing with 3rd party labs needed to meet regulatory and customer specifications.
- Develop and execute benchmark/verification/validation test plans for components and assemblies in-house.
Materials & Process Engineering
- Maintain expertise in materials science, coatings, finishes, and fastening methods.
- Perform materials testing and analysis; generate specifications and technical documentation.
- Optimize fabrication processes such as roll forming, stamping, perforation, modular assembly, injection molding, extrusion, pultrusion or other techniques.
- Integrate sustainable materials and practices aligned with LEED, Passive House, and other green building standards.
Market & Competitor Analysis
- Conduct competitor research and analyze the competitive landscape to identify opportunities for differentiation.
- Perform market research with the sales team to understand application challenges and emerging trends.
- Provide insights to guide product development strategies and ensure alignment with customer needs.
Building Science & Structural Fundamentals
- Apply building science principles to product design and performance.
- Read and interpret architectural plans and specifications for building projects.
- Understand structural engineering fundamentals and relevant codes and standards governing building structural design.
Collaboration & Mentorship
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior engineers.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with design, manufacturing, and quality teams.
- Assist with customer technical inquiries, offering clear and timely solutions.
Project Management
- Develop schedules, monitor progress, and report updates to management of all ongoing development projects.
- Create SOPs, QC documentation, and equipment specifications for new products or new processes.
Education and Your Experience:
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Civil Engineering, or related field.
- 5-7 years of experience in R&D or new product development.
- Strong understanding of façade design principles, building envelope performance, and steel fabrication techniques preferred.
- Proficiency in CAD and simulation tools (e.g., SolidWorks, Inventor, FEA).
- Proficient in reading and interpreting blueprints, technical drawings, and specifications.
- Proficient with Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook.
- Familiarity with ASTM, AISI, and ICC standards for cladding and building envelope systems preferred.
- Working knowledge of ERP system maintenance (Epicor preferred) with support provided to direct reports and other team members.
Our Benefits
- Paid medical, dental, vision, and life insurance policies for employees with employer contributions to dependent coverage
- Voluntary plans (health savings account, flexible spending account, long term disability, buy up life & AD&D insurance, accident insurance, and dependent plans)
- 401(k) with employer match - fully vested after 90 day waiting period
- Paid Time Off (PTO), paid holidays and paid sick leave
- Onsite gym
- Training and professional development classes
- Fully equipped breakrooms with snacks and Keurig coffee
- Fun monthly employee events
- Family-friendly, collaborative culture
- Casual work environment
- So much more!
Send letter of introduction with product design/development information and your current resume to [redacted]. No third party recruiters or search firms, please.
