Product Development Engineer

CRH; Bulls Gap (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Disability benefits

Retirement plan

Wellness programs

Inclusive culture

Job summary

Oldcastle APG, a CRH Company, is seeking a Product Development Engineer at the Bulls Gap, TN plant. You will create and refine product designs that meet marketing, sales, and manufacturing goals, guiding a project from invention through planning and production.

Design guardrail components and systems, support manufacturing with BOMs and drawings, create test plans, render 3D models for marketing, and work with the execution engineer to launch new products.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in product development.
• Proficient in SolidWorks; strong technical skills.
• Proven project management and organizational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop components of vinyl, composite, aluminum, and steel guardrail, fencing, decorative accents, decking and molded systems.
• Assist manufacturing with BOMs, drawings, product design issues, changes, and launching new products.
• Create test plans and coordinate in-house R&D testing of both systems and components.
• Work with execution engineer to ensure component information is relayed to vendors.
• Create product specifications, drawings (component and BOM), and set quality expectations for finished products.
• Create 3D model renderings for marketing brochures, website illustrations, and sample products.
• Implement product engineering changes with the execution engineer.
• Answer technical questions, warranty claims, root-cause analyses, and required drawing documentation with quality control.
• Provide test data and certified calculations to third-party engineers and building inspectors.
• Maintain product design schedules and assist product managers with launch timing.
• Use a 3D printer to create parts for functional and ornamental review.

Skills

SolidWorks

Technical skills

Microsoft Office

Analytical thinking

Project management

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

Tools

3D printing

Job description

Job ID: 520841

Oldcastle, a CRH company, is reinventing what's possible in building solutions. We are the leading provider of innovative outdoor living products and utility infrastructure solutions for the water, energy, and communications markets throughout North America. We manufacture precast concrete, polymer concrete, and plastic infrastructure products for engineers, contractors, distributors, specifiers, retailers, and homeowners. Our brands include Oldcastle APG, Oldcastle Infrastructure, Belgard, Echelon, RDI, Catalyst, Sakrete, Amerimix, Pebble Technology International, and Techniseal.

Job Summary

The Product Development Engineer will create and develop product designs that fulfill company or customer strategic goals while integrating the needs of marketing, sales, and manufacturing departments. This includes direct creation of manufactured ready parts and the fine‑tuning of designs until they are ready for production. From the engineering viewpoint, product development can be seen as a process from invention, design, planning, and production.

Job Location

This is an onsite role based out of our Bulls Gap, TN plant.

Job Responsibilities

• Design and develop components of vinyl, composite, aluminum, and steel guardrail, fencing, decorative accents, decking and molded systems. This includes component design, system design, stress analysis, and bill of material creation/maintenance.
• Assist manufacturing by providing plant support when engineering related issues arise, such as bill of materials, engineering drawings, product design issues, implementing product changes, and launching new products.
• Create test plans and coordinate in‑house R&D testing of both systems and components during product development.
• Work with execution engineer to ensure all required component information is properly relayed to the vendor serving as a technical consultant throughout the process.
• Create product specifications, drawings (component and bill of material), and set quality expectations for the finished products.
• Create 3D model renderings of the product for use in marketing brochures, website illustrations, and sample products.
• Implement product engineering changes in collaboration with the execution engineer.
• Answer technical component questions, warranty claims, root‑cause analysis of defective products, and required drawing documentation in partnership with the quality control department.
• Provide proper test data and certified calculations to third‑party engineers and building inspectors for product installation.
• Maintain product design schedules to determine critical‑path items and assist product managers with accurate launch scheduling.
• Use a 3D printer to create parts for functional and ornamental review.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related field.
• Three or more years of experience in product development.
• Proficient in SolidWorks and strong technical skill set.
• Proven project management and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of basic business software (Microsoft Office).
• Strong analytical skills with exceptional attention to detail.
• Ability to multi‑task in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment.
• Demonstrated desire to learn all aspects of the product development process.

What CRH Offers You

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and disability benefits
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• An inclusive culture that values growth, development, and internal promotion

Equal Opportunity and Diversity Statement

Oldcastle APG, a CRH Company, is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. EOE/Vet/Disability. CRH is an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. AI tools may be used in certain stages of the employment lifecycle, such as candidate review; however, all final employment decisions will be made by a person.