Product Development Engineer

Overview Date Posted: 05/28/2026 Hiring Organization: Rose International Position Number: 501913 Industry: Consumer Goods Job Title: Product Development Engineer Job Location: Huntersville, NC, USA, 28078 Work Model: Hybrid Work Model Details: Onsite Schedule TBD Shift: M-F & 8-5 Employment Type: Temp to Hire FT/PT: Full-Time Estimated Duration (In months): 9 Min Hourly Rate($): 45.00 Max Hourly Rate($): 50.00 Must Have Skills/Attributes: CAD, Creo, DFMEA, Engineer, Manufacturing, PFMEA, Product Development, Project Management, Prototyping Experience Desired: Hands on Product Development & Prototyping (2-5 yrs); Analytical & Problem Solving Expertise (2-5 yrs); Cross-Functional Collaboration & CAD Proficiency (2-5 yrs) Required Minimum Education: Bachelor’s Degree C2C is not available Required Education Bachelor’s degree in Engineering Required Qualifications / Skills / Experience 2–5 years of experience in a related field Strong knowledge of problem-solving techniques and methodologies Hands-on experience in prototyping and design validation/model building Strong static and dynamic analytical skills Experience with CAD modeling (Creo preferred) Knowledge of applicable manufacturing processes Strong interpersonal and project management skills Excellent verbal and written communication skills Ability to work effectively in a team environment Preferred Qualifications / Skills / Experience Basic awareness of stage gate product development processes Understanding of product cost estimation, capital expenses, and benchmarking Knowledge of industry technologies and ideation techniques Understanding of intellectual property concepts Exposure to Six Sigma methodologies, process capability (Cpk), and statistical analysis Familiarity with metrology equipment Experience supporting DFMEA/PFMEA processes Exposure to root cause analysis, Lean processes, and Kaizen activities Basic understanding of manufacturing equipment, tools, materials, and supplier selection Product Development Engineer Overview The Product Development Engineer is responsible for supporting new product development (NPD) initiatives for both new and existing products within a cross-functional team environment. This role involves contributing to product design, validation, and launch activities while ensuring alignment with organizational processes and quality standards. The position requires collaboration across multiple functions such as Marketing, Industrial Design, Manufacturing, Quality, and Supply Chain to ensure successful product development. Limited travel may be required. Job Duties Participate in engineering efforts for NPD projects from concept through production launch Follow the organization’s Product Development Process Ensure products meet cost, timeline, and performance specifications Collaborate cross-functionally with Marketing, Design, Manufacturing, Quality, and Supply Chain teams Assist in development of technical specifications for new products Create test methods based on identified risks in DFMEA Contribute to Engineering Change Requests (ECR) / Engineering Change Notices (ECN) Support creation of components and assemblies using design tools Assist in defining both technical and non-technical deliverables for product releases Conduct or support root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives Support evaluation of manufacturing processes, materials, and supplier selection Understand product design requirements (functional and aesthetic) Only those lawfully authorized to work in the designated country associated with the position will be considered. Please note that all Position start dates and duration are estimates and may be reduced or lengthened based upon a client’s business needs and requirements. Benefits For information and details on employment benefits offered with this position, please visit here. Should you have any questions/concerns, please contact our HR Department via our secure website. Equal Employment Opportunity Rose International is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender (expression or identity), national origin, arrest and conviction records, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. Positions located in San Francisco and Los Angeles, California will be administered in accordance with their respective Fair Chance Ordinances. Compliance If you need assistance in completing this application, or during any phase of the application, interview, hiring, or employment process, whether due to a disability or otherwise, please contact our HR Department. Rose International has an official agreement (ID #132522), effective June 30, 2008, with the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, Employment Verification Program (E-Verify). (Posting required by OCGA 13/10-91.). #J-18808-Ljbffr Rose International