Product Engineer, Test & Validation (Building Materials)

James Hardie; Wilmington (OH); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and bonus eligible

Health coverage: medical, dental, and

Paid time off

401(k) with match

Wellness programs

Sustainability initiatives

Job summary

James Hardie is seeking a Product Engineer to translate product requirements and building-code criteria into practical testing strategies. The role combines standards interpretation, mechanical design, fabrication (3D printing), engineering calculations, and data analysis to develop reliable methods and test fixtures for current and future products.

The ideal candidate will model in SolidWorks, instrument tests, analyze data, and present technical arguments for planned test plans.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field required.
• 3+ years of experience in product engineering, mechanical design, lab testing or related role.
• Hands-on fabrication including 3D modeling and printing.
• Proficiency in statistical analysis and data visualization (Excel, Minitab).
• Familiarity with ASTM/ICC-ES/IBC/ANSI standards and certification processes.

Responsibilities

• Interpret standards to define test intent, specimen configuration, loading and reporting requirements.
• Perform engineering calculations: statics, mechanics of materials, deflection, stresses, tolerances.
• Prepare and maintain compliance documentation (ESRs, CCRRs, technical files).
• Collaborate with R&D, Quality, Operations, Applications, Marketing and labs to align testing with objectives.
• Develop adaptive test protocols when standards do not address the product.
• Coordinate with external labs and agencies to define programs and review results.
• All other duties as assigned.

Skills

Mechanical design

3D modeling

Statistical analysis

Data visualization

Excel

Minitab

ASTM/ICC-ES/ANSI knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

SolidWorks

Data acquisition systems

3D printing

Job description

James Hardie is seeking a Product Engineer to translate product requirements and building-code criteria into practical testing strategies. The role combines standards interpretation, mechanical design, fabrication (3D printing), engineering calculations, and data analysis to develop reliable methods and test fixtures for current and future products.

The ideal candidate will model in SolidWorks, instrument tests, analyze data, and present technical arguments for planned test plans.