Product Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Solatube (A Kingspan Company) is widely recognized as an industry innovator which has earned acclaim around the globe for its unrivaled ability to transform interior spaces with the power of daylight. Based in Vista, California, Solatube (A Kingspan Company) designs and manufactures a full line of daylighting systems and ventilation products.

To help us continue to grow our offerings, we’re searching for a Product Development Engineer who is responsible for the design, development, testing, and implementation of new products and product improvements from concept through production. This position works closely with Operations, Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, Marketing, and external suppliers to develop innovative, manufacturable, and code-compliant products while supporting existing product lines through sustaining engineering activities. The engineer serves as a key technical resource throughout the product lifecycle, balancing innovation with manufacturability, cost, quality, and regulatory compliance.

Benefits : Full-time employees are eligible to enroll for dental, medical and vision insurance immediately upon hire. Additional offerings include pre-tax accounts for healthcare, 401k plan with a company match, PTO program, 13 paid company holidays, and on-the-job training. Motivated individuals will also enjoy growth opportunities as our company grows.

Responsibilities

Product Development

• Design and develop new products from concept through commercialization.
• Create 3D CAD models, engineering drawings, and product specifications.
• Develop prototypes and coordinate fabrication and evaluation.
• Conduct engineering calculations and design verification.
• Participate in product brainstorming and concept development.

Sustaining Engineering

• Support existing product lines through continuous product improvements.
• Investigate field issues, customer complaints, and manufacturing concerns.
• Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.
• Evaluate product changes for cost, manufacturability, and quality improvements.

Manufacturing Support

• Work directly with Operations and Manufacturing to improve production efficiency.
• Assist with product launches and production implementation.
• Support troubleshooting of manufacturing issues.
• Evaluate tooling, fixtures, and production processes.
• Ensure designs follow Design for Manufacturability (DFM) principles.

Product Testing & Validation

• Develop and execute engineering test plans.
• Coordinate laboratory testing and third-party certifications.
• Analyze test data and prepare engineering reports.
• Validate product performance against specifications and regulatory requirements.

Documentation

• Create and maintain engineering drawings.
• Prepare Bills of Materials (BOMs).
• Process Engineering Change Requests (ECRs) and Engineering Change Orders (ECOs).
• Develop technical specifications and installation documentation.

Supplier & Materials Support

• Collaborate with suppliers during product development.
• Evaluate new materials and manufacturing processes.
• Support sourcing activities through technical reviews.
• Review supplier capabilities for new product requirements.

Code Compliance

• Support product certifications and regulatory approvals.
• Assist with product testing for ICC-ES, UL, FM, OSHA, ASTM, AAMA, and other applicable standards.
• Research building codes and industry standards.
• Maintain compliance documentation.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Work closely with Manufacturing, Operations, Purchasing, Marketing, Quality, Sales, and Customer Service.
• Participate in project meetings.
• Present technical information to management and project teams.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering discipline.
• 3–7 years in product development or manufacturing engineering.
• Experience designing products for manufacture.
• Experience supporting production environments.
• Ideal experience with sheet metal design, plastics and injection molding, aluminum extrusions, manufacturing processes, product testing, building products, regulatory compliance, product launches.

Technical Skills

• SolidWorks
• GD&T
• Engineering drawings
• BOM management
• ERP systems (Syspro preferred)
• Microsoft Office
• Root Cause Analysis
• DFMEA
• Design for Manufacturability
• Engineering calculations
• Product testing
• Tolerance stack-up analysis

Desired Competencies

• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Effective communicator
• Self-motivated
• Organized
• Project management skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Continuous improvement mindset

At Solatube (A Kingspan Company), we believe our employees are our greatest resource. We offer a competitive salary, benefits, and vacation package for all full-time permanent positions. Kingspan is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative-action employer.