Chimney Systems - Product Development Engineer

The Schebler Company; Pleasant Valley Township (IA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Schebler Chimney Systems in Bettendorf, IA is seeking a Product Development Engineer to design and develop new products from concept through production. You will create 3D models, drawings, and documentation to support manufacturing and R&D, build prototypes, and drive design improvements.

Ideal candidates have a mechanical engineering background, 5–7+ years in product development, and strong project management and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering (preferred).
• 5–7+ years of experience in product development or mechanical engineering.
• Experience leading projects and coordinating cross‑functional teams.
• Strong mechanical and technical aptitude.
• Ability to explain technical concepts clearly to diverse audiences.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
• Self-starter who can manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop new products from concept through production.
• Create 3D models, part drawings, and technical documentation for manufacturing and R&D.
• Build and test prototypes; apply learnings to design improvements.
• Define project scope, timelines, and success criteria.
• Manage multiple projects; prioritize effectively.
• Coordinate with Engineering, Sales, Manufacturing, Quality, and Marketing.
• Partner with vendors to support development timelines.
• Identify risks early and develop mitigation strategies.
• Drive continuous improvement in product development processes.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Project management

Cross-functional coordination

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD Mechanical

SolidWorks

Inventor

Microsoft Office

Job description

Schebler Chimney Systems is looking for a Product Development Engineer in Bettendorf, IA to design and develop new products from concept through production. This role is ideal for a hands-on engineer who enjoys the technical work of product design and also likes owning projects from start to finish.

You'll play a key role in shaping new products, improving processes, and collaborating across teams to bring ideas to life.

What You'll Be Doing

In this role, you'll:

• Design and develop new products from concept through production
• Create 3D models, part drawings, and technical documentation to support manufacturing and R&D
• Build and test prototypes, and apply what you learn to design improvements
• Define project scope, timelines, and success criteria
• Manage multiple projects and prioritize effectively
• Coordinate with Engineering, Sales, Manufacturing, Quality, and Marketing
• Partner with vendors and suppliers to support development timelines
• Identify risks early and develop solutions to keep projects on track
• Drive continuous improvement in product development processes

What Success Looks Like

• Delivering projects on time and within budget
• Launching high-quality products that meet performance and safety standards
• Creating efficient, repeatable development processes
• Building strong collaboration across teams

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree required (Mechanical Engineering preferred)
• 5–7+ years of experience in product development, mechanical engineering, or technical project management
• Experience leading projects and coordinating cross-functional teams
• Strong mechanical and technical aptitude
• Ability to explain technical concepts clearly to technical and non-technical audiences
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail
• Self-starter who can manage multiple priorities effectively

Technical Skills

• Experience with AutoCAD Mechanical, SolidWorks, or Inventor
• Strong planning, scheduling, and project management skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)

Why Schebler?

At Schebler, you'll have a direct impact on the products we bring to market. You'll work alongside a collaborative team with the autonomy to own projects and drive innovation.

This role is also positioned for growth, with the opportunity to build and lead a team as the function expands.

If you enjoy solving problems, designing products, and seeing ideas turn into real products on the shop floor, we'd love to connect.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work assigned to this job. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and requirements. The Schebler Company is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.