Product Development Technician

Belden; Richmond (IN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental and vision insurance

Parental leave

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

Belden is looking for an engineer in Richmond, Indiana, to design and develop products, while providing technical assistance for various functions including marketing and manufacturing. The role covers all plants and national/international markets, ensuring compliance with industry standards and identifying emerging technologies.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering with 5–7 years of experience in electronic cable design. Enjoy benefits such as health, retirement plans, and flexible work options.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of electronic cable design or equivalent experience.
• Proficiency in MS Office required.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop advanced products to customer specifications.
• Collaborate with sales and marketing to identify technology drivers and compliance needs.
• Research competitor products and assist with pricing and technical communications.

Skills

Proficiency in MS Office

Fluent in written and oral English

Knowledge of Wire & Cable markets

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering

Job description

Belden innovates in connectivity solutions, bridging people and technology worldwide.

Job Summary

This position involves the design and development of products and provides technical assistance for marketing, manufacturing, testing, sales, and application of Belden's products. Each engineer is responsible for at least $50 MM of product, covering all plants and national/international end‑use markets.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop advanced products (specifications, materials, finished product, packaging, testing) and systems to customer specifications while maintaining lowest cost and manufacturability.
• Identify emerging technologies, develop design relationships, and create new test procedures and systems that support product development and application.
• Maintain product line specifications, databases, and engineering documentation for cost effectiveness and manufacturability.
• Improve design equations and engineering systems through theoretical or empirical studies to expand capability and reduce cycle time.
• Collaborate with sales and marketing to identify technology drivers, interpret industry standards, and ensure compliance with future development needs.
• Maintain project and test logs, prepare reports, and document engineering projects.
• Research competitor products, act as technical liaison to sales/marketing, and assist with pricing, quotations, and technical communications such as bulletins and trade articles.
• Provide technical training to customers and internal functions and support new product introductions.
• Comply with Company Attendance Policy and travel within The Americas on short notice for critical customer needs.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

What you will bring

• Education – Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Electronic Engineering (preferred) with 5–7 years of electronic cable design or equivalent experience.
• Markets – Knowledge of Wire & Cable markets.
• Required Skills – Proficiency in MS Office and written/oral fluency in English.

Applicants can expect a base compensation range of $50,000–65,000 annually, plus benefits and additional incentives based on the level of the role.

Belden offers hybrid and remote work practices where feasible and provides benefits that could include health/dental/vision, disability, life insurance, HSA/FSA, matching retirement plans, paid vacation, parental leave, employee stock purchase plan, volunteer leave, training opportunities, succession planning, corporate health initiatives, and a culture committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability.

These statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work involved for this job. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required.