Product Development Engineer I - Windows & Doors (Entry-Level)

Andersen Windows, Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 79,000 - 122,000; Full time

Job summary

Andersen Corporation in Bayport, MN is seeking a Product Development Engineer I to lead design enhancements and drive product-line extensions. You will translate requirements into manufacturable solutions, identify risks early, and support validation through data analysis and DOE-based studies.

The role requires a mechanical engineering degree, 3–5 years in product development, and experience on a cross-functional team using gated design reviews. Bayport on-site role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering is required.
• 3–5 years engineering experience in a product development environment.
• Experience as a design engineer on a cross-functional team.
• Experience delivering products from ideation through commercialization in a gated design process.
• Experience leveraging risk-based tools such as FMEA and THA.

Responsibilities

• Lead design enhancements and product line extensions within assigned platforms.
• Translate product requirements into robust, manufacturable solutions with minimal supervision.
• Proactively identify design risks and drive mitigation strategies early in development.
• Analyze engineering data to support design decisions and validate plans.
• Create and present reports summarizing technical analysis and business viability.

Skills

Strong technical problem solving

Project leadership

Cross-functional teamwork

Design engineering experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

Tools

Autodesk

FEA

MS Office

DOE

Job description

Andersen Corporation in Bayport, MN is seeking a Product Development Engineer I to lead design enhancements and drive product-line extensions. You will translate requirements into manufacturable solutions, identify risks early, and support validation through data analysis and DOE-based studies.

The role requires a mechanical engineering degree, 3–5 years in product development, and experience on a cross-functional team using gated design reviews. Bayport on-site role.