Senior Product Development Engineer (Combustion Systems)

Aspire Talent Solutions; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid maternity leave

Paid paternity leave

Disability insurance

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company in Fort Wayne, Indiana is looking for an experienced engineer to lead new product development efforts. You will manage projects, collaborate cross-functionally, and design combustion products using SolidWorks. Ideal candidates will have over 5 years of engineering experience with specific focus on burner or combustion-related products, providing solutions that meet customer needs. The position offers competitive benefits including medical, vision insurance, and a 401(k).

Qualifications

• 5+ years in progressive engineering roles with emphasis on New Product Development.
• 2+ years in burner or combustion-related products; combustion simulation experience preferred.
• Ability to travel up to 20% domestically and within North America.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage new product development efforts through stage-gate process.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to align engineering with business goals.
• Evaluate and improve current products for cost, quality, and manufacturability.

Skills

3D Modeling

Project Management

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or closely related field

Tools

SolidWorks

FMEA

Six Sigma

Job description

Overview

Bringing Simplicity Back to RecruitingCNC Machine Tools · Manufacturing · Engineering · Sales · Skilled Trades

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage new product development (NPD) efforts through stage-gate process
• Identify, scope, and present to leadership new product/technology and updates to existing products to grow the business
• Collaborate cross-functionally to align engineering with business goals and timelines
• Design and prototype combustion products using SolidWorks and rapid fabrication tools
• Conduct performance testing, failure analysis, stack-up/tolerance studies, and DFMEA
• Develop and manage project plans, BOMs, 2D/3D models, and engineering documentation
• Engage with customers to understand needs and provide application-specific solutions
• Evaluate and improve current products (cost, quality, compliance, manufacturability)
• Identify and present technology advancements or market opportunities to leadership
• Represent Company at industry functions and trade shows

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (or closely related field)
• 5+ years in progressive engineering roles with an emphasis on New Product Development (NPD)
• 2+ years specifically in burner or combustion-related products; combustion simulation experience highly preferred
• Proficient with 3D Modeling (SolidWorks preferred)
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes: casting, stamping, fabrication, 3D printing, etc.
• Knowledge of FMEA, DFM, and Six Sigma methodologies
• Excellent project management and communication skills
• Positive, team-first mindset with a strong sense of ownership and accountability
• Ability to travel up to 20% (Domestically and within North America)

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid maternity leave
• Paid paternity leave
• Disability insurance