Manufacturing Product Development Engineer

Jobot; Riverside (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Product Development Engineer to drive new product development, manufacturing innovation, and process improvements across our U.S. and India operations.

This role collaborates with customers, engineering, production, and leadership to develop reliable, cost-effective manufacturing solutions. The ideal candidate will have a BS in Mechanical Engineering with 3+ years in mechanical design and product launches, plus hands-on APQP, DOE, SolidWorks, and ERP experience to lead

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• 3+ years of experience in mechanical design, product development, and product launch activities.
• Working knowledge of APQP processes and quality planning methodologies.
• Strong understanding of DOE principles and applications.
• Proficiency in CAD software, preferably SolidWorks.
• Strong computer skills, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Ability to learn and effectively utilize ERP systems.
• Excellent analytical, communication, project management, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop new products based on customer requirements, technical specifications, and application needs.
• Collaborate with customers and internal stakeholders to review, communicate, and align on technical requirements.
• Lead product launch activities from concept through production using APQP methodologies.
• Design, optimize, and improve tooling, manufacturing processes, and production methods to enhance efficiency, quality, and consistency.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to improve manufacturing performance and operational excellence.
• Coordinate customer requirements and project activities between production teams in the U.S. and India.
• Conduct product testing, verification, and validation to ensure compliance with specifications and performance requirements.
• Create and maintain engineering documentation, including BOMs, ECNs, and DCNs, per ISO/TS standards.
• Perform FMEA and PPAP activities to support product quality and launch readiness.
• Support equipment installation, commissioning, qualification, and validation activities, including IQ/OQ/PQ protocols.
• Implement SPC and process capability monitoring to improve product quality and process stability.
• Train technicians and production personnel on new equipment and processes.
• Identify and evaluate automation opportunities, manufacturing enhancements, and cost-reduction initiatives.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to resolve manufacturing challenges.
• Travel as needed to support customer requirements.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Project management

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Outlook

Job description

Jobot is seeking a Product Development Engineer to drive new product development, manufacturing innovation, and process improvements across our U.S. and India operations.

This role collaborates with customers, engineering, production, and leadership to develop reliable, cost-effective manufacturing solutions. The ideal candidate will have a BS in Mechanical Engineering with 3+ years in mechanical design and product launches, plus hands-on APQP, DOE, SolidWorks, and ERP experience to lead