Senior Product Development Engineer

Genesis Attachments LLC; Superior (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Genesis Attachments LLC seeks a Senior Product Development Engineer to lead the design and development of innovative products from concept through production. The role requires collaboration across engineering, manufacturing, and other teams to ensure products meet customer needs and regulatory standards.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, 7-10+ years of experience, and proficiency in CAD software. This position offers an opportunity to mentor other engineers and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Qualifications

• 7-10+ years of experience in product development or engineering design.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead product design and development from concept to production.
• Conduct in-depth customer interviews for product insights.
• Perform engineering analysis to validate product designs.
• Collaborate with manufacturing for product launches.

Skills

Product development processes

CAD software proficiency

Engineering analysis

Project management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline

Tools

SolidWorks

CREO

CATIA

FEA tools

Job description

Description

FLSA Status: Salary Exempt

Department: Engineering

Summary

The Senior Product Development Engineer leads the design, development, and improvement of products from concept through production. This role is responsible for applying advanced engineering principles to create innovative, reliable, and cost-effective products while ensuring compliance with technical specifications, regulatory requirements, and quality standards. This role will drive the discovery and investigation of new markets through communication with people from a variety of industries. The Senior Product Development Engineer collaborates cross-functionally with engineering, manufacturing, sales, quality, and supply chain teams to deliver products that meet customer and business objectives.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of new products, components, and systems from concept, prototype, and testing through production release.
• Develop engineering specifications, product requirements, and detailed design documentation.
• Conduct in-depth customer interviews to gather insights on product performance, usability, and unmet needs, translating feedback into actionable design improvements and new product development opportunities.
• Collect, compile, and analyze data from field testing to evaluate product performance in real-world conditions, identify improvement opportunities, and inform design refinements and development decisions.
• Perform engineering analysis, FEA simulations, and calculations to validate design performance, safety, and reliability.
• Create and review 3D models, technical drawings, and product documentation using CAD tools.
• Coordinate prototype development, product testing, and validation activities.
• Conduct design reviews and implement design improvements to enhance product functionality, manufacturability, and cost efficiency.
• Collaborate with manufacturing and quality teams to support product launches and resolve production issues.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and company quality procedures.
• Manage engineering changes, risk assessments, and product lifecycle activities.
• Mentor other engineers and provide technical leadership within product development projects.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and innovation efforts within the organization.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Education Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Product Design Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
• Job Requirements:
  • Typically, 7-10+ years of experience in product development, engineering design, or related roles.
  • Strong knowledge of product development processes, including concept design, prototyping, testing, and production.
  • Proficiency with CAD software such as SolidWorks, Creo, CATIA, or similar design platforms.
  • Experience with engineering analysis, testing methodologies, and design validation.
  • Experience with simulation tools such as FEA.
  • Experience leading multidisciplinary engineering projects.
  • Familiarity with industry-specific standards and regulatory requirements.
  • Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and design for manufacturability (DFM) principles.
  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
  • Effective communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.