Product Development Engineer

Product Development EngineerOur client, an established American manufacturer serving the construction and industrial markets, is seeking a Product Development Engineer. The Product Development Engineer serves as a critical technical interface between the company's commercial, operational, and quality teams. This role leads the design, development, and qualification of new and existing product lines, bringing new products to market and optimizing current offerings.The position is responsible for developing machinery and tooling requirements, validating product designs in production, and ensuring product lines meet specifications and pass audits and testing. The role guides projects from concept through production with attention to creativity, problem-solving, speed, and on-time, on-budget delivery.Key ResponsibilitiesCollaborate with management and sales teams to implement new projects and optimize current products through design, development, and quality assuranceDevelop machinery and tooling requirements for new and existing productsValidate that all product design conditions are met in production outputEnsure the quality of new and existing product lines and verify that products align with specifications to pass audits and testingInterpret customer requirements and specifications to develop manufacturing concepts and value-added solutionsManage multiple projects simultaneously, driving each to completion on time and within budgetPartner with domestic and international customers, suppliers, and vendors to align on project scope, timing, and costUtilize 3D modeling tools to support product design, visualization, and manufacturability reviewsApply a high level of creativity and strong problem-solving skills as a self-starter across complex projects and processesRequired QualificationsBachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Metallurgical EngineeringProficiency in 3D modeling (CAD, SolidWorks, or CATIA)Experience with metal and plastic component products in construction or industrial applicationsStamping / metal forming and CNC experienceDemonstrated management of large projects and complex processesProven ability to partner with domestic and international customers, suppliers, and vendorsStrong analytical, organizational, and project coordination skillsPreferred SkillsAbility to define test plans, write test procedures, and lead development and qualification testingExperience guiding products from concept through production in a manufacturing environmentFamiliarity with quality audit and testing requirements in a regulated or specification-driven manufacturing environmentBenefits:Competitive base salary401(k) match programDental, health, and vision insurancePaid time offLocation: On-site — Little Rock Metro Area, AR. Periodic travel, less than 10%.