New Product Development Engineer

FMS Corporation; BLOOMINGTON (MN); In loco; USD 85.000 - 120.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

FMS Corporation, a precision manufacturer in Bloomington, MN, seeks a New Product Development Engineer to lead the development of powder metal components from concept to production. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, perform mechanical design and analysis, and support tooling and manufacturing coordination.

The role emphasizes design-for-manufacturability, material selection input, and continual product reliability improvements within a fast-paced environment.

Competenze

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or closely related field required.
• Experience in R&D and Product Development from concept to production.
• Product design skills including CAD modeling, tolerance analysis, DFM.

Mansioni

• Lead development of new powder metal components from concept through production.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams; support in-house tool design and manufacturing coordination.
• Prepare technical documentation and support customer design reviews.
• Drive continuous improvement of existing products and assist in R&D efforts.

Conoscenze

Mechanical engineering foundations

CAD modeling

Tolerance analysis

Design-for-manufacturability

Effective communication

Project management

Formazione

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Advanced degree a plus

Strumenti

CAD software

FEA tools

Descrizione del lavoro

Company Description

FMS Corporation is a precision manufacturer specializing in high-performance sintered metal components for industries such as off-road vehicles, aerospace, automotive and OEM manufacturers. The company works with advanced materials including high-density steels, stainless steel, soft magnetic materials, and non-ferrous alloys. Its production capabilities include in-house tool design and build, compaction from 2 to 1100 tons, high-temperature vacuum sintering, CNC machining, grinding, lapping, and resin and oil impregnation. FMS also provides design assistance to help customers develop new components or convert existing parts to the powder metal process. Team members collaborate closely with customers and internal experts to deliver reliable, high-performance solutions.

Role Description

The New Product Development Engineer is a full-time, on-site role based in Bloomington, MN. This role is responsible for leading the development of new powder metal components from concept through production, including feasibility analysis, design, prototyping, and validation. Daily activities include collaborating with cross-functional teams, performing mechanical design and analysis, supporting in-house tool design, and coordinating with manufacturing on compaction, sintering, and secondary operations. The engineer will prepare technical documentation, support customer design reviews, and provide input on material selection and process optimization. The role also involves continuous improvement of existing products, monitoring performance data, and participating in R&D efforts to refine designs and enhance product reliability and manufacturability.

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in Mechanical Engineering, including component design, materials, and manufacturing processes.
• Experience in Research and Development (R&D) and Product Development, with a focus on taking concepts through prototyping to production.
• Skills in Product Design, including CAD modeling, tolerance analysis, and design-for-manufacturability.
• Effective Communication skills for collaborating with internal teams, suppliers, and customers, and for preparing clear technical reports and presentations.
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field; advanced degree is a plus.
• Experience with powder metal, metal forming, or precision manufacturing environments is strongly beneficial.
• Proficiency with CAD software and familiarity with engineering analysis tools (e.g., FEA) is preferred.
• Ability to work on-site in Bloomington, MN, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.