Product Development Engineer - Mechanical Products

Product Development Engineer – Mechanical Products

Location: Garner, North Carolina

Work Arrangement: Hybrid – 3 Days Onsite

Job Summary:

Our client is a well-established, growing global manufacturing company with 13 locations around the world, specializing in highly engineered metal components, precision machining, and metal stamping solutions.

With a strong international presence and a focus on innovation, quality, and customer collaboration, the company offers an exciting opportunity for an engineer who enjoys working with customers, supporting new product development, and collaborating with cross-functional teams.

We are seeking a Product Development Engineer to support New Product Development (NPD), understand customer technical requirements, and coordinate engineering solutions from initial requirements through product launch. This position works closely with Sales, Engineering, Manufacturing, and Quality teams in a dynamic, international environment.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.

Requirement:

• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in product development, application engineering, technical support, technical sales, or a combination of these areas.
• Experience with mechanical products such as electrical fittings, pipe fittings, plumbing fittings, or similar industrial components.
• Experience supporting New Product Development (NPD) projects.
• Experience coordinating multiple technical projects and working with cross-functional teams.
• Direct experience working with customers and Sales teams to understand technical requirements and product applications.
• Working knowledge of manufacturing processes and technical standards relevant to industrial products.
• Availability for occasional domestic and international travel.

Knowledge:

• Mechanical products, technical specifications, and industrial applications.
• New Product Development (NPD) processes and product launches.
• Project management and technical coordination.
• Manufacturing processes such as machining, metal stamping, and casting.
• Technical standards, product testing, and compliance requirements.
• Knowledge of UL, CSA, and NEC is a plus.
• Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and Word.
• Six Sigma Green Belt certification is a plus.

Competencies:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Customer-focused mindset and technical problem-solving.
• Project coordination, organization, and follow-through.
• Effective collaboration with Sales, Engineering, Manufacturing, and Quality teams.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects.
• Attention to detail, initiative, and adaptability.
• Teamwork and continuous learning.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as the technical liaison between customers, Sales, Engineering, Manufacturing, and Quality teams.
• Gather, understand, and document customer requirements, product applications, and technical specifications.
• Support New Product Development (NPD) projects from initial requirements through product launch.
• Coordinate multiple product development activities with internal engineering and project management teams.
• Review engineering designs to verify compatibility with customer applications and technical requirements.
• Provide technical support to Sales teams and customers regarding product applications, specifications, and modifications.
• Assist with product testing, quality-related activities, and applicable technical standards.
• Capture customer feedback and identify opportunities for product improvements and new product development.
• Support customer visits and new business opportunities alongside the Sales team.
• Coordinate product launches and provide technical information to customers.
• Collaborate with international engineering and manufacturing teams, including occasional early-morning meetings.

What Client Offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work in an international, growing, and innovative company.
• Professional development and career growth opportunities.
• Dynamic work environment with a focus on teamwork and collaboration.

Our client is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, disability status, or any other applicable characteristics protected by law.