Product Development Engineer

Rauch & Associates; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits

Paid time off

Long-term growth potential

Job summary

A global manufacturer in Grand Rapids seeks a Product Development Engineer to lead product design and development from concept to production. This role requires a Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering and 4–5 years of experience in product design. The ideal candidate will be proficient in CAD, particularly Creo, and possess strong skills in GD&T and FMEA. This position offers the opportunity to work on real-world products and grow within a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• 4–5 years of product design and development experience.
• Strong background in CAD and mechanical engineering principles.
• Experience with DFMEA and tolerance stack-ups.

Responsibilities

• Lead product design and development from concept through production release.
• Create and refine designs focusing on performance and manufacturability.
• Collaborate with operations and suppliers to implement solutions.

Skills

Mechanical design

CAD proficiency

GD&T knowledge

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Creo

Job description

Product Development Engineer | A hands‑on role where your ideas, designs, and problem‑solving can truly make an impact

The Opportunity

We are partnering with a global manufacturer to find a Product Development Engineer who enjoys practical mechanical design work and wants to be part of bringing real products to life.

This is a great opportunity for someone who wants meaningful project ownership, enjoys solving design challenges, and likes working closely with manufacturing and cross‑functional teams to move work from concept through production.

Why You May Want to Explore It

• Your work will support real‑world products, not just drawings on a screen
• You will have the chance to take ownership of meaningful engineering projects
• You will work with a collaborative team that values practical thinking and follow‑through
• The role offers long‑term growth potential, along with competitive pay, benefits, and paid time off

What You’ll Do

• Lead product design and development from concept through production release
• Create and refine designs with performance, manufacturability, and reliability in mind
• Use CAD tools, with Creo preferred
• Apply DFMEA, GD&T, and tolerance stack‑up thinking
• Partner with operations, suppliers, and technicians to develop practical solutions

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Around 4–5 years of product design and development experience
• Strong CAD background
• Experience with GD&T, tolerance stack-ups, and FMEA
• Strong communication skills and a practical, team‑oriented style

To get started, please click Apply. We look forward to hearing from you!