Product Development Engineer I

KX Technologies LLC; West Haven (CT); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

KX Technologies LLC, a Marmon Water company, is seeking a Product Development Engineer for its West Haven, CT team. You will drive projects from concept through production, collaborating across engineering, QA, and operations to ensure timely, cost-effective results in the global water filtration business.

Responsibilities include leading minor to moderate projects, validating designs, and supporting new product development and cost reduction initiatives while maintaining regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, materials science, or related field.
• 1–3 years of project management experience on product development projects with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to manage multiple projects with minimal supervision.
• Familiarity with regulatory standards (e.g., NSF/ANSI) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering projects of minor to moderate complexity from concept through production.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to deliver on time and on budget.
• Apply engineering analysis and design practices for robust, manufacturable filtration products.
• Support R&D, quality, and process engineering through validation and readiness.

Skills

Project management

Problem solving

Communication

Data-driven

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering/materials science

Tools

MS Office

Monday.com

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

Job description

KX Technologies LLC As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings-which is backed by Berkshire Hathaway-you'll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We're committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone's empowered to be their best. KX Technologies, a Marmon Water company (Berkshire Hathaway), is seeking a Product Development Engineer to join our West Haven-based New Product Development (NPD) team. In this role you will support and help lead engineering projects across new product development, cost reduction, and quality improvement, all in support of our global water filtration business.

Job Summary This position leads engineering projects of minor to moderate complexity, including new product development, line extensions, and VAVE initiatives, with project management at its core. You will manage projects from concept through production, working across cross-functional teams to deliver on time and on budget. You will apply engineering analysis and sound design practices to develop robust, manufacturable filtration products that meet performance and regulatory requirements, and support R&D, quality, and process engineering through validation and production readiness.

Job Requirements Plan and execute projects of minor to moderate complexity and scope, using project management best practices. Manage prototype builds, coordinate product validation with quality assurance and analytical labs, and use performance data to drive continuous improvement. Support and help lead cross-functional teams through the stage-gate product development process. Solve engineering problems and conduct root cause analysis using structured problem-solving tools. Communicate effectively with internal (sales, marketing, quality, operations, management) and external (customers, vendors) stakeholders. Support certification testing and help develop test methods of minor scope. Support the product road map by building an understanding of technologies, markets, and competition. Assist with project schedules, budgets, drawings, phase gates, and production handoffs while meeting customer specifications, SKUs, and bills of materials. Quickly learn new technologies, processes, and systems. Perform additional duties as assigned by your supervisor. Experience and Requirements Bachelor's degree in engineering, materials science, or a related field. 1-3 years of project management experience on product development projects with cross-functional teams; preferably in water or a similar industry. Ability to manage multiple projects with minimal supervision. Knowledge of engineering principles, materials science, and manufacturing processes. Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with attention to detail. Data driven, with the ability to work under tight deadlines. Excellent communication and technical reporting skills. Ability to learn new technology, processes, and systems quickly. Working knowledge of MS Office and project management platforms such as Monday.com. Familiarity with regulatory standards and certifications relevant to the industry (e.g., NSF/ANSI) is a plus. CAD software experience (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD) is a plus but not required.

Employment Type: Full Time, Permanent. Salary Range: $80,000 - $90,000 Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to [e-mail], and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.

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