A Product Development Engineer develops new products for companies, and participates in all phases of product development including research, design, production and marketing. Uses research on customer demand and industry trends to develop product ideas; builds and tests product prototypes; evaluates production options and costs. May specialize in a particular type of product or in products for a specific industry.
Product Engineer Savvy Solutions High Point, NC Job Details Permanent | Full-time Up to $85,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Health savings account Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Parental leave Vision insurance 401(k) matching Employee discount Professional development assistance Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Defect resolution root cause analysis Engineering process optimization Process improvement Bachelor's degree in engineering Bachelor's degree Root cause analysis Manufacturing engineering Quality improvement programs in engineering Failure analysis Full Job Description Product Engineer (Manufacturing)
Location:
Near High Point, North Carolina Employment Type:
Full-Time Overview We are seeking a Product Engineer to join a globally recognized manufacturing organization near High Point, NC. This role is critical to driving product innovation, cost optimization, and successful product launches across a well-established product portfolio. You will take ownership of both new and existing product lines, working cross-functionally with internal teams and external suppliers to deliver high-quality, cost-effective, and compliant products to market. Key Responsibilities Product Launch & Development Lead and support end-to-end product launches, from concept through commercialization Partner with design, manufacturing, and quality teams to ensure smooth product introduction and scalability Drive innovation through prototyping, validation, and testing Value Engineering & Cost Optimization Conduct value engineering initiatives to reduce cost while maintaining or improving product performance and quality Identify opportunities to eliminate waste, optimize materials, and improve manufacturability Supplier Collaboration Work closely with global suppliers to source high-quality components and materials Drive cost savings initiatives, supplier performance improvements, and product quality enhancements Support supplier selection, qualification, and ongoing development Regulatory Compliance Engineering Ensure all products meet regulatory and compliance standards (industry, safety, and environmental) Lead compliance efforts for new and existing products, including documentation and testing requirements Product Lifecycle Ownership Own the process of upgrading and transitioning existing products into new product lines or platforms Continuously improve legacy products to meet evolving market, cost, and regulatory demands Quality, Testing & Analysis Develop and validate test methodologies for product and process performance Utilize statistical analysis to drive data-based decisions and improve product reliability Lead root cause analysis investigations and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) Cross-Functional Collaboration Partner with engineering, quality, manufacturing, and supply chain teams to ensure alignment across all stages of the product lifecycle Support production with technical expertise to resolve issues and improve processes Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Engineering required (Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing, or related field) (Master's degree preferred) 4+ years of experience as a Product Engineer in a manufacturing environment 4+ years of experience in new product development and product launches Strong background in value engineering and cost reduction initiatives Experience working directly with suppliers and global sourcing teams Knowledge of regulatory compliance and product certification requirements Strong communication skills with the ability to work cross-functionally and influence stakeholders Minitab Experience is a plus Proven experience with: Root cause analysis methodologies (8D, Fishbone, 5 Whys, etc.) Statistical analysis and data-driven decision making Product testing, validation, and quality systems
Pay:
Up to $85,000.00 per year
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discount Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Parental leave Professional development assistance Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance
Education:
Bachelor's (Required)
Experience:
Manufacturing engineering: 4 years (Required) Root cause analysis: 2 years (Required) Process improvement: 2 years (Required)
