Product Engineer - NPD & Prototyping for Machinery

SMP Engineering Inc; Glendale (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Health/Dental/Vision insurance

Growth opportunities

Collaborative culture

Job summary

SMP Engineering, Inc is seeking a Product Engineer to drive the next generation of innovative machinery. This hands-on role covers the full engineering journey from concept to production, with emphasis on rapid iteration and continuous improvement.

You will own from ideation through production, collaborating with design, sourcing, and manufacturing teams to translate concepts into manufacturable solutions using SolidWorks and related tools, focusing on cost, durability, and quality.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• 3+ years in Product Engineering/Design Engineering/Product Development Engineering, preferably in NPD.
• Strong proficiency with 3D CAD tools (SolidWorks preferred).
• Deep knowledge of materials, manufacturing processes, and quality standards.
• Experience in industrial machinery manufacturing.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and communicate across teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support new product development efforts from ideation to launch.
• Translate concepts into detailed engineering designs using SolidWorks and similar tools.
• Collaborate with design, sourcing, and manufacturing teams to ensure feasibility and efficiency.
• Drive prototyping, testing, and iteration cycles (fail fast, learn faster).
• Optimize products for cost, durability, manufacturability, and sustainability.
• Troubleshoot production challenges and continuously improve existing products.

Skills

Product engineering

NPD collaboration

3D CAD

Multitasking

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

SALARY - $38.46-48.08/hr (85-100k a year)

At SMP Engineering, Inc, we create innovative custom machinery for our client and we’re looking for a Product Engineer to help bring the next generation of ideas to life.

If you thrive in NPD (New Product Development), love turning concepts into real-world products, and believe that the best ideas come from iteration (and a little failure), you’ll fit right in with our philosophy: fail often, fail fast—and build something better every time.

What You’ll Do

As a key contributor in our NPD process, you’ll own the engineering journey from concept through production and continuous improvement. This is a hands-on, collaborative role where design meets manufacturing.

• Lead and support new product development (NPD) efforts from ideation to launch
• Translate concepts into detailed engineering designs using SolidWorks and similar tools
• Partner cross-functionally with design, sourcing, and manufacturing teams to ensure feasibility and efficiency
• Drive prototyping, testing, and iteration cycles (fail fast, learn faster)
• Optimize products for cost, durability, manufacturability, and sustainability
• Troubleshoot production challenges and continuously improve existing products

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
• 3+ years of experience in Product Engineering / Design Engineering / Product Development Engineering, ideally in an NPD-focused environment
• Strong proficiency in 3D CAD tools (SolidWorks preferred)
• Deep understanding of materials, manufacturing processes, and quality standards
• Experience in industrial machinery manufacturing
• A problem-solving mindset with the ability to manage multiple projects at once
• Strong collaboration and communication skills

What SMP Engineering Offers

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses
• Health, dental, and vision insurance, STD insurance, PTO, STO, Paid Holidays
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• A collaborative and innovative, self-management work environment

How to Apply:

Submit your resume and a brief cover letter to [e-mail] with the subject line: Product Engineer Application – [Your Name] or apply directly on Indeed/Linked-In. All applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.