Product Development Engineer II

andersen; Bayport (MN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Plan, Employer Matching

Profit Sharing

Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage

FSAs, HSAs & HRAs

Life Insurance

Job summary

Andersen Corporation is seeking a Product Development Engineer II in Minnesota to lead design enhancements, translate requirements into manufacturable solutions, and mitigate design risks across clad window platforms.

The role emphasizes technical analysis, validation plans (DOE, testing), and clear reporting to stakeholders. Candidates should have a mechanical engineering degree, 3–7 years' product development experience, and proven cross-functional collaboration skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering.
• 3–7 years of engineering experience in a product development environment.
• Experience as a design engineer on a cross-functional engineering team.
• Strong aptitude for problem solving and technical execution.
• Experience delivering products from ideation through commercialization using a gated design review process.
• Experience leveraging risk-based tools/processes i.e., FMEA, 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 the development process.
• Analyze engineering data to support design decisions.
• Develop and execute validation plans, including testing, DOE, and capability studies.
• Create and present reports summarizing technical analysis and business viability to varied audiences.

Skills

Design engineering

Cross-functional leadership

Problem solving

Technical execution

Product development process

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering

Tools

Autodesk

FEA

MS Office

Job description

ANDERSEN CORPORATION SUMMARY

At Andersen, we see possibility everywhere, every day and in everything we do. The possibility for our employees to achieve their full potential, for our communities to be stronger and for everyone to have a healthier, happier place to live.

Our portfolio of brands – Andersen Windows & Doors, Renewal by Andersen and Fenetres MQ – is crafted to serve customers across the new residential, home improvement and light commercial building sector.

Join our more than 13,000 employees who are inspired every day to deliver exceptional experiences that turn possibility into reality.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Product Development Engineer II is an experienced engineering role. This position operates with a high degree of autonomy and serves as a key technical member within the Clad Windows Business Unit and is aligned with Andersen's quality, cost, and performance objectives while advancing our goal of delivering a world-class customer experience.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Product Development & Design Leadership
  • 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 the development process
• Technical Analysis & Validation
  • Analyze engineering data to support design decisions
  • Develop and execute validation plans, including testing, DOE (Design of Experiments), and capability studies
  • Create and present reports summarizing technical analysis and business viability to varied audiences

QUALIFICATIONS

• Must Have:
  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering
  • 3-7 years of engineering experience in a product development environment
  • Experience as a design engineer on a cross-functional engineering team
  • Strong aptitude for problem solving and technical execution
  • Experience delivering products from ideation through commercialization using a gated design review process
  • Experience leveraging risk-based tools/processes i.e., FMEA, THA
• Nice to Have:
  • Experience with window/fenestration products or similar engineered systems
  • Knowledge of PDP / stage-gate product development processes
  • Experience with statistical tools, DOE, and data analysis
  • Experience with Autodesk, FEA, MS Office

Key Competencies

• Strong technical problem-solving and analytical capability
• Ability to lead projects and influence cross-functional teams
• Effective communication and decision-making skills

Expected Impact

• Independently leads workstreams within larger projects
• Drives resolution of complex technical issues with minimal oversight
• Contributes to faster, more efficient product development cycles

PAY RANGE: $90,039.00 - $139,561.00

CULTURE AND BENEFITS

• 401 (k) Plan, Employer Fixed Contributions & Company Matching
• Profit Sharing*
• Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage*
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*, Health Savings Account (HSA) and Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Paid Maternity Leave & Paid Parental Leave*
• Career Growth Planning & Nationwide Career Opportunities
• *For employees covered by a collective bargaining agreement, some benefits may differ or may not be available based on the terms of the agreement.

PROFIT SHARING: In 2026 Andersen has set a profit-sharing target of $3,600 per eligible employee, prorated as appropriate. Profit Sharing will be paid out in quarterly installments to provide eligible employees with payments throughout the year, with payment amounts tied to quarterly operating profit performance.

EEOC EMPLOYER: Andersen is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, disability, marital status, national origin, citizenship, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Andersen Corporation will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of all applicable federal, state and local laws.

We look forward to seeing how your unique skills, background and experiences will inspire our team and help us continue to be the leader we are today.