New Product Development Engineer

Kinsley Power Systems; Oxford (MS); On-site; USD 77,367 - 104,673; Full time

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Benefits package

Job summary

Winchester in Oxford, MS is seeking a New Product Development Engineer to drive full lifecycle development from ideation to production. Location is Oxford, MS with on-site work and relocation support available.

The role blends mechanical and manufacturing expertise to manage cross-functional projects, perform aerodynamic analyses, and support marketing with technical demonstrations. ITAR access and compliance are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in engineering (mechanical, chemical, electrical, metallurgical, materials science or aerospace).
• GPA 3.0+ for recent grads; relevant internship/co-op considered.
• Experience with product development in manufacturing environment preferred.
• Project management experience to handle multiple projects concurrently.

Responsibilities

• Act as project manager for new product development programs across categories (consumer, law enforcement, industrial, military).
• Perform aerodynamic analysis, ballistic testing, and associated documentation.
• Troubleshoot constraints in manufacturing during development.
• Support continuous improvement, lean, and cost-reduction initiatives.
• Monitor competitive NPDs and align with industry requirements.
• Assist Marketing with technical support for presentations and demonstrations with various stakeholders.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Technical problem solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical, Metallurgical, Materials Science, or Aerospace Engineering

Tools

Autodesk Inventor

Job description

Title: New Product Development Engineer

Location: Oxford, MS

Salary: $91,020 and up depending upon experience
Schedule: On-site daily
Relocation Available

Website: Winchester.com

Focus:The New Product Development Engineer is instrumental in bringing innovative products to market by effectively managing the entire development process from ideation through production. Their ability to integrate technical skills with market insights is key to creating successful products that meet customer needs

New Product Development Engineer Essential Job Functions:

• Act as project manager of new product development programs encompassing all product categories (i.e., consumer products, law enforcement, industrial, and military).
• Aerodynamic analysis, ballistic testing and photography, manufacturing tool design, equipment design, process definition, and quality documentation.
• Troubleshoot new product constraints as they arise in manufacturing.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives that offer innovation, lean practices, and/or cost reductions.
• Keep abreast of competitive new product development and maintain an awareness of new product requirements within the industry.
• Assist Marketing with technical support relative to presentations, demonstrations, and new product discoveries working with Law Enforcement, Military, and Industrial representatives, as well as outdoor writers covering commercial products.

New Product Development Engineer Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree* in Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical, Metallurgical, Material Science, or Aerospace Engineering.
• Recent grads must have an overall grade point average of 3.0 or higher on a 4.0 scale (documentation required). Cumulative GPA on current institution transcript will be used in transfer college situations.
• Engineering or co-op and/or intern engineering experience in a manufacturing environment; Product development experience preferred.
• Project management experience with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously preferred.
• Experience with three-dimensional computer aided modeling; Knowledge of Autodesk Inventor preferred.
• Ability to travel occasionally, up to 5%.

Location-Specific Requirements:

• This position requires successful vetting as an Employee Possessor in accordance with U.S. Department of Justice and the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives.
• This position requires access to ITAR controlled technical data, and as such, employment will be contingent upon the candidate's ability to access ITAR controlled technical data pursuant to an export license approved by the Directorate of Defense Trade Controls, if required.

Strong Careers Grow Here

Rooted in our corporate values, Winchester continues to be the global leader in both ammunition and chemical manufacturing. We invest, recognize, and reward the talents and contributions of our employees, empowering over 8,000 global individuals to make an impact both at work and in surrounding communities.

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Olin fosters a diverse and inclusive workplace, where you are encouraged to join or lead our Olin People Networks. These voluntary groups connect employees across sites, divisions and functions to strengthen connections, belonging, and community involvement.

*Degree must be from a school that is accredited by an accrediting agency recognized by the Secretary of Education of the U.S. Department of Education or equivalent program from an international university.

Olin does not provide any form of sponsorship. We will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1, H-1, H-2, L, B, J or TN or who need sponsorship now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

Olin is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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