R&D Engineering Manager

Michael Page; California (MO); On-site; USD 135,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) match

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Job summary

MPI is seeking an innovative R&D Engineering Manager to lead new product development from concept through launch, working with Product Management, Sales, Marketing, Engineering and Manufacturing to shape the portfolio. The successful candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and 5+ years in R&D or product development leadership, with a strong track record bringing products to commercialization.

The role offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, plus growth

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Optical/Photonics Engineering, Illuminating Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in R&D, product development, or product design leadership roles.
• Strong track record of bringing products from concept through commercialization.
• Experience with 3D CAD tools, engineering analysis, and product validation.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and product development for scalable production.
• Excellent project management, problem-solving, and cross-functional leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of new products and technologies from concept through launch.
• Translate customer needs and market trends into innovative product solutions.
• Manage product design, prototyping, testing, validation, and commercialization efforts.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure successful project execution.
• Drive engineering best practices, product performance, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support design for manufacturability, scalability, and cost-effective production.

Skills

R&D leadership

Product development

Cross-functional leadership

Project management

3D CAD

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

3D CAD tools

Engineering analysis

Product validation

Job description

We are seeking an innovative and technically driven Research & Development Engineering Manager to lead new product development initiatives and help shape the future product portfolio. This individual will work cross-functionally with Product Management, Sales, Marketing, Engineering, and Manufacturing to develop market-leading solutions from concept through commercialization.

Our client is a well-established manufacturer and industry leader known for developing innovative technology solutions that serve customers across multiple markets worldwide. The company is committed to engineering excellence, product innovation, and continuous improvement, offering employees the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a collaborative environment.

Description

• Lead the development of new products and technologies from concept through launch.
• Translate customer needs and market trends into innovative product solutions.
• Manage product design, prototyping, testing, validation, and commercialization efforts.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure successful project execution.
• Drive engineering best practices, product performance, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Support design for manufacturability, scalability, and cost-effective production.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants. the company will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

Profile

A successful R&D Engineering Manager should have:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Optical/Photonics Engineering, Illuminating Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in R&D, product development, or product design leadership roles.
• Strong track record of bringing products from concept through commercialization.
• Experience with 3D CAD tools, engineering analysis, and product validation.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and product development for scalable production.
• Excellent project management, problem-solving, and cross-functional leadership skills.

Job Offer

• Competitive salary ranging from $135,000 to $150,000 annually.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage.
• 401(k) plan with a 4% company match.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan.
• Join an organization with a strong history of innovation and growth.
• Lead high-impact product development projects with visibility across the business.
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunity to influence future technology and product strategy while working with a collaborative and experienced team.

Interested? Apply today.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.