Product Engineer

Staffmark; Manchester (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus up to 20%

PTO

401(k) with company matching

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Company-paid life insurance

Onsite chiropractor and clinic

Onsite hair salon

Onsite gym

Job summary

Staffmark in Manchester, TN is seeking a Product Engineer to support product development, manufacturing operations, and new product launches at our local facility.

The role involves designing and refining products and tooling, preparing CAD models and drawings, coordinating prototype builds, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to improve processes. Automotive experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem solving.
• Familiar with GD&T, drawings, BOMs, and CAD workflows.
• Proficiency with Excel, Word, and Project tools.
• Good communication, organizational, and multitasking skills.
• Ability to work independently and in teams.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Sponsorship not available.

Responsibilities

• Design and refine products, tooling, and components to meet specs.
• Prepare CAD models, drawings, BOMs, and documentation.
• Coordinate prototype builds, testing, and validation.
• Support manufacturing trials and new product launches.
• Collaborate with production, quality, and suppliers to solve issues.
• Assist tooling optimization and design reviews to improve efficiency.
• Maintain accurate engineering records and ensure specs meet requirements.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Analytical skills

Hands-on problem solving

Communication

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Independence + teamwork

Physical ability (lift 40 lbs)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Associate degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

CATIA

AutoCAD

CATIA/AutoCAD CAD software

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Project

Job description

Product Engineer – Direct Hire

Location: Manchester, TN
Salary: $65,000–$70,000 annually
Shifts Available: Monday–Friday, 7:30 AM–4:30 PM (must be flexible to work outside core hours as needed)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Classification: Salary-Exempt (not eligible for overtime)

Position Overview

We are seeking a motivated and mechanically inclined Product Engineer to support product development, manufacturing operations, and new product launches at a manufacturing facility in Manchester, Tennessee. This position is responsible for designing and improving products and tooling, developing engineering documentation, coordinating prototype builds and testing, and supporting manufacturing process improvements.

The ideal candidate will have experience in a manufacturing environment, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to interpret engineering drawings and work with CAD software. Experience with CATIA, AutoCAD, GD&T, bills of materials (BOMs), and product development is highly desirable. Automotive industry experience is a plus but is not required.

We are looking for someone who can work independently, collaborate with customers and cross-functional teams, and contribute to product development and manufacturing initiatives with minimal ramp-up time. Recent engineering graduates with strong technical aptitude, initiative, and a willingness to learn will also be considered.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and refine products, tooling, and components to meet customer specifications and industry standards.
• Prepare and maintain CAD models, engineering drawings, technical documentation, part numbers, and bills of materials (BOMs).
• Coordinate prototype builds, product testing, and validation activities.
• Support manufacturing trials, new product launches, and process improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with production, quality, process engineering, customers, and suppliers to resolve technical challenges.
• Assist with tooling optimization, product fit-ups, design reviews, and manufacturing efficiency improvements.
• Maintain accurate engineering records and ensure drawings and technical specifications meet requirements.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering; an associate degree in Engineering or a related field is also listed in the original job description and should be confirmed as an alternative.
• Strong mechanical aptitude, analytical skills, and hands‑on problem‑solving ability.
• Knowledge of engineering principles, GD&T, drafting standards, and engineering drawings.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Excel, Word, and Project.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and multitasking skills.
• Ability to work effectively independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds overhead and meet the physical requirements of the position.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Employment sponsorship is not available.

Preferred Qualifications

• Manufacturing experience, particularly supporting products from development through launch.
• Experience with CATIA and/or AutoCAD.
• Experience developing products, tooling, BOMs, and engineering documentation.
• Hands‑on involvement in prototype builds, manufacturing trials, and process improvements.
• Automotive industry experience.

Benefits

• Annual bonus plan of up to 20% of annual salary, subject to eligibility requirements.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Company-paid life insurance.
• Complimentary onsite chiropractor and clinic services for employees and immediate family members.
• Onsite hair salon.
• Onsite gym.

Additional Employment Requirements

• Must reside within a reasonable commuting distance of Manchester, TN.
• Must have a valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Must be willing to work outside the standard schedule when business needs require it.