R&D Product Design Engineer

EMCO Enterprises LLC; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 91,000 - 141,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit Sharing

401(k) plan with match

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Life insurance

Paid time off & holidays

Parental leave

Job summary

Andersen Corporation seeks a Product Development Engineer III to lead medium to large-scale projects with technical differentiation and business impact. You will collaborate across operations, suppliers and manufacturing to develop and commercialize innovative products and improvements.

You will guide cross-functional teams, present analyses to management, and apply mechanical design tools and GD&T to deliver robust solutions while ensuring quality standards and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• 10–15 years of related mechanical design experience.
• Experience as design or project lead of a cross-functional engineering team.
• Strong communication, collaboration and leadership skills.
• Proficiency with 3D CAD modeling packages (AutoCAD, Inventor or equivalent).
• GD&T, drawing and quality standards knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Lead large-scale projects/assignments with high technical differentiation.
• Collaborate with operations, suppliers, manufacturing, quality and services.
• Develop concepts to satisfy customer needs and commercialize viable solutions.
• Prepare technical analyses and business cases for management.
• Present findings to executives and functional groups.
• Lead cross-functional teams through defined objectives and design reviews.
• Apply mechanical analysis tools and develop test plans to solve problems.

Skills

Cross-functional leadership

Project management

Mechanical design

Strong communication

Problem solving

3D CAD modeling

Team leadership

Rapid prototyping

Analytical thinking

10-15 years experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Inventor

3D CAD software

Job description

ANDERSEN CORPORATION SUMMARY:At Andersen, we see possibility everywhere, every day and in everything we do. The possibility for our employees to achieve their full potential, for our communities to be stronger and for everyone to have a healthier, happier place to live.Our portfolio of brands — Andersen Windows & Doors, Renewal by Andersen and Fenetres MQ — is crafted to serve customers across the new residential, home improvement and light commercial building sector.Join our more than 13,000 employees who are inspired every day to deliver exceptional experiences that turn possibility into reality.JOB DESCRIPTION:POSITION SUMMARY:Product Development Engineer III acts as team leader for medium to large scale projects with functional emphasis. Performs work that leads to new products or “game changing” product improvements, processes or systems with technical differentiation, and significant business contributions. Develops product strategies on based on experimental studies and/or new technologies. Develops a broader business perspective of customer needs and business profitability. Contributes significantly and leads discussions and decisions on overall project objectives with managers and other functional areas.PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:Focus is on leading large-scale projects/assignments and/or playing the key technical role in multiple projects/assignments requiring an exceptionally high level of unique expertise.Collaborate with operations, external suppliers, manufacturing, quality, service, packaging engineering, and materials engineering.Fully develops multiple concepts related to satisfying a customer need and supports all viable solutions to arrive at an optimal solution for customers and the corporation while partnering internally and externally to commercialize.Develops and presents reports summarizing technical analysis and business case to peer group and management audiences.Effectively communicates with all levels of internal and external customers and staff. Independent presentations to the executive level.Analyzes and recommends engineering or design solutions for product, process, design, or other technical challenges.Capable of leading cross-functional teams having broader, less-defined initial objective and scope.Ability to utilize mechanical design analysis tools and develop test plans to quickly problem solve.MUST HAVE QUALIFICATIONS:Bachelor’s degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent degree10 to 15 years of related mechanical design experienceExperienced with 3D CAD modeling packageExperience as design or project lead of a cross functional engineering teamWell-developed project management skillsDemonstrated ability to design experimentation, analyze results and draw conclusionsStrong people skills, able to work in a highly collaborative team environment. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Quick learner with high level of ambition and driveNICE-TO-HAVE QUALIFICATIONS:Possesses distinguished level of knowledge often acquired by completing advanced academic degree or equivalent specialized training2D and 3D CAD experience with AutoCAD, Inventor, or equivalent softwareExperience working through a gated design review processStrong understanding of GD&T, drawing, and quality standardsDemonstrated ability with dimensional engineering and tolerance/variation analysisExperience designing and developing new parts using injection molding, aluminum and vinyl extrusion, machining, or die cast processesEffective technical presentation and communication skillsPAY RANGE:$91,059.00 - $141,141.00CULTURE AND BENEFITS:At Andersen, we believe our people are at the heart of everything we do. Every day, their talent, dedication and passion enables us to be the most trusted window & door company. To support our employees, we provide a comprehensive Total Rewards Package – a thoughtful combination of pay and benefits that reflects our commitment to investing in each team member’s wellbeing and success. While specific benefits may vary by position or location, we’re proud to offer a comprehensive Total Rewards Package designed to support your well‑being, growth, and future. Our benefits include:401 (k) Plan, Employer Fixed Contributions & Company MatchingProfit Sharing*Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage*Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*, Health Savings Account (HSA) and Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)Life InsurancePaid Time Off & Paid HolidaysPaid Maternity Leave & Paid Parental Leave*Career Growth Planning & Nationwide Career Opportunities*For employees covered by a collective bargaining agreement, some benefits may differ or may not be available based on the terms of the agreement.PROFIT SHARING: In 2026 Andersen has set a profit-sharing target of $3,600 per eligible employee, prorated as appropriate. Profit Sharing will be paid out in quarterly installments to provide eligible employees with payments throughout the year, with payment amounts tied to quarterly operating profit performance.EEOC EMPLOYER: Andersen is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, disability, marital status, national origin, citizenship, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Andersen Corporation will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of all applicable federal, state and local laws.If you need a reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, participate in a job interview, or engage in any part of the hiring process, please contact [e-mail] look forward to seeing how your unique skills, background and experiences will inspire our team and help us continue to be the leader we are today.