DescriptionWhat You'll DoAs a Product Engineer, you will provide technical leadership for new product development and continuous improvement initiatives across Northern Tool + Equipment's owned brands and strategic product categories.
Key Responsibilities- Lead multiple product development projects simultaneously from concept through production launch.
- Drive technical execution of project deliverables while ensuring alignment with business objectives, quality standards, schedules, and budgets.
- Collaborate with engineering, product management, sourcing, quality, manufacturing, and supplier partners throughout the product development lifecycle.
- Develop and maintain project schedules, technical requirements, specifications, and development documentation.
- Guide projects through a structured stage-gate product development process.
- Conduct competitive benchmarking and evaluate emerging technologies, materials, and manufacturing processes.
- Lead cross-functional project teams and influence stakeholders to achieve project objectives without direct authority.
- Facilitate engineering design reviews and support robust product development practices.
- Apply engineering tools and methodologies such as:
- Finite Element Analysis (FEA)
- Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T)
- Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (DFMEA)
- Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (PFMEA)
- Design for Manufacturing (DFM)
- Tolerance stack-up analysis
- Design Review Based on Failure Mode (DRBFM)
- Support manufacturing strategy development to improve quality, reliability, delivery, and cost performance.
- Monitor tooling investments, product costs, and project expenditures throughout development.
- Coordinate product testing, validation, prototyping, and issue resolution activities.
- Analyze manufacturing and field performance issues and recommend effective engineering solutions.
- Prepare and deliver technical presentations, project updates, and recommendations to management and stakeholders.
- Provide technical mentorship and guidance to engineers and designers assigned to project teams.
- Support product launches and provide technical expertise to marketing, sales, service, and other business functions.
What Success Looks LikeThe ideal candidate is a technically strong engineer who can balance engineering excellence with project execution.
You will be successful if you:
- Take ownership and drive projects to completion.
- Build strong relationships and effectively manage by influence.
- Communicate clearly with both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Enjoy solving complex engineering and manufacturing challenges.
- Can effectively prioritize multiple projects and competing deadlines.
- Focus on delivering high-quality products and exceptional customer experiences.
QualificationsRequired- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
- Three or more years of engineering experience involving product development, product design, manufacturing, or related engineering environments.
- Experience leading engineering projects and coordinating cross-functional teams.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Excellent verbal, written, and presentation communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to influence stakeholders and drive results without direct authority.
- Customer-focused mindset and commitment to quality.
Preferred- Experience developing consumer products, industrial equipment, outdoor power equipment, tools, or similar products.
- Proficiency with Creo (Pro/ENGINEER) or comparable 3D CAD software.
- Finite Element Analysis (FEA) experience.
- Experience with GD&T, DFMEA, PFMEA, DFM, DRBFM, and tolerance stack-up analysis.
- Experience utilizing formal project management tools and methodologies.
- Experience working with global suppliers and manufacturing partners.
Why Join Northern Tool + Equipment?Northern Tool + Equipment is proud to be recognized by Forbes as a Top Midsize Employer in 2023. We are committed to creating a workplace where your contributions are valued, and your professional growth is encouraged. When you join our team, you'll enjoy a comprehensive and competitive compensation package that includes:
- Competitive Pay: Earn $76,800 to $100,000 annually, with your exact compensation personalized based on your skills, experience, and location. We believe in rewarding top talent with pay that reflects your value.
- Flexible Work Schedule: Achieve the work-life balance you deserve with our full-time, 8-hour shifts, Monday - Friday, complemented by a hybrid work schedule that allows you to work both remotely and in the office.
- Comprehensive Benefits Package: Your health and well-being are our priority. We offer a variety of health plans, so you can choose what best fits your needs. Employees working 30+ hours per week enjoy a robust benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, and a 401(k) plan with an enhanced company match to support your financial future.
- Generous Employee Discount: Love our products? So do we! Enjoy a significant discount on the quality tools and equipment we offer, helping you save on the items you love to use.
- Get Paid on Your Terms: With our Daily Pay option, you don't have to wait for payday-access your earnings whenever you need them for added financial flexibility.
- Paid Holidays: Take time to relax and recharge with 7 paid federal holidays, because we know how important it is to have time for yourself and your loved ones.
- Incentives: Be rewarded for eligible incentive programs.
When you join Northern Tool + Equipment, you're not just starting a job-you're joining a community that supports your success. Come be a part of a team where your skills, dedication, and passion are recognized and celebrated. Your future starts here!
