Product Design & Innovation Lead - Structural Materials

Evolving Solution Services; Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

InventWood is seeking a Product Design & Innovation Lead in Frederick, MD to shape the future of materials. You will drive development of new products across industries, with applications from building products to furniture and transportation, translating breakthroughs into real-world solutions.

You will collaborate with product development, R&D, and external partners, rapidly assessing solutions and prototyping with our woodshop or fabricators.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Structural Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, or related field.
• Strong background in wood design, joinery, fabrication, and construction practices.
• PE license preferred or in progress; 5–10 years of experience in structural design, testing, or materials engineering.
• Track record of successful innovation across multiple engagements.

Responsibilities

• Development of novel solutions to market needs leveraging SuperWood’s unique capabilities and properties.
• Collaborate with product development and R&D teams to test and confirm the structural performance of InventWood materials in architectural and construction applications.
• Design and analyze structural designs using InventWood’s materials, including simulations, calculations, and physical testing.
• Provide expertise in the design, prototyping, and evaluation of structural systems and assemblies.
• Lead and participate in prototyping activities on a hands-on basis, helping to build, assemble and test various assemblies and systems.
• Interpret and apply building codes, ASTM standards, and sustainability certifications (LEED, EPD, etc.).
• Support material certification processes and ensure adherence to applicable building codes and standards.
• Partner with architects, designers, and manufacturers to integrate InventWood technologies into real-world projects.
• Prepare detailed technical reports, specifications, and documentation for structural evaluations and code compliance.
• Conduct finite element analysis (FEA), load testing, and failure mode assessments
• Contribute to R&D efforts to expand material applications and improve performance metrics.
• Support the development of new intellectual property, including supporting our legal counsel with the filing and prosecution of new patents.
• Present findings to internal teams, clients, and regulatory bodies.
• Contribute to continuous improvement in material performance, testing protocols, and engineering workflows.

Skills

Wood design

Structural engineering

Fabrication

Finite element analysis

Sustainability

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Structural Engineering

Professional Engineer (PE) license (preferred)

Job description

InventWood is seeking a Product Design & Innovation Lead in Frederick, MD to shape the future of materials. You will drive development of new products across industries, with applications from building products to furniture and transportation, translating breakthroughs into real-world solutions.

You will collaborate with product development, R&D, and external partners, rapidly assessing solutions and prototyping with our woodshop or fabricators.