Product Engineer

Socket.dev; Zeeland (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Socket.dev in Zeeland, MI is seeking a Product Engineer to lead the design, development, and validation of new products for building solutions. This hands-on role blends creativity with engineering rigor to turn concepts into manufacturable results.

You will drive from concept through production, apply DFMEA and FEA, and collaborate with design, program management, finance, and manufacturing to meet cost and timing targets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 3–5+ years in new product development.
• Experience with DFMEA, DVP&R, FEA.
• Strong hands-on problem solving and prototyping skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and validate new products.
• Take concepts from idea to production launch.
• Create and execute testing plans for new concepts.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet cost and timing.
• Apply DFMEA, DVP&R, FEA within stage-gate processes.
• Communicate progress and manage multiple tasks.

Skills

SolidWorks

CAD proficiency

Mechanical engineering knowledge

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Product Engineer - Zeeland, MI

DISHER is partnering with a global leader in high-quality door and insulated glass solutions, to find a Product Engineer to join their team in Zeeland, MI. For decades, this company has been recognized as a Great Place to Work and takes pride in their innovative products. In this role, you'll be responsible for the design, development, and validation of new products that meet customer needs and aligns with innovation goals and cost targets. This role blends creativity with technical expertise to turn ideas into manufacturable solutions within the building products industry. If you are a hands-on problem solver who is eager to transform concepts into reality, this role is for you.

What it\'s like to work here:

This is a family-oriented company with a people-first culture that values tenure and work-life balance. Located in beautiful West Michigan, they offer flexibility when life happens and celebrate wins together. You\'ll know your coworkers, see your products come to life, and have real ownership over your work.

What you\'ll get to do:

• Apply new technologies to develop products that solve customer needs.
• Broad understanding of engineering principles.
• Take a concept from idea phase through to production launch.
• Proven track record of self-motivation and taking initiatives on your own accord.
• Develop and execute testing plans for novel concepts.
• Apply tools like DFMEA, DVP&R, FEA, Cost Estimates, and work within a stage-gate process.
• Collaborate within cross-functional teams to meet project requirements, cost, and timing deliverables.
• Embrace the iterative nature of R&D, knowing when to pause or persevere.

What will make you successful:

• Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field.
• 3-5+ years in new product development; residential door, window, glass, IG, and/or building materials background STRONGLY preferred.
• SolidWorks/CAD proficiency (able to execute drawings when needed, not just direct); DFMEA, DVP&R, FEA, cost estimating; stage-gate process experience; basic Microsoft Office
• Proven ability to take a concept from idea through prototyping, testing, and production launch; broad engineering principles with hands-on problem solving skills and curiosity
• Effective communication and time management skills with the ability to work on multiple tasks independently.
• Familiarity with injection molding, extrusion, and plastics; familiarity with wood, metal, and general residential fenestration materials; basic understanding of electrical systems a plus
• Cross functional teamwork with design, program management, finance, and manufacturing; able to delegate, hold others accountable, and communicate technical direction clearly.
• Develop and run test plans for novel concepts; manage priorities and multiple tasks independently with strong time management.
• Oracle or ERP system experience.