Associate Product Engineer

ITC•Hudsonville, MI

just now•Hybrid

About The Position

The Associate Product Engineer supports existing product designs and implements engineering changes of low to moderate complexity. This role primarily focuses on mechanical engineering, with opportunities to learn basic electrical troubleshooting. As part of a global engineering and quality team serving RV, marine, automotive, and office furniture markets, the Associate Product Engineer collaborates with sales, quality, purchasing, and marketing teams to ensure product integrity and continuous improvement.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field; or equivalent technical experience.
Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
Ability to organize, prioritize, and manage multiple tasks effectively.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Willingness to travel periodically to ITC’s Elkhart office.
Physical demands are those of a typical office environment.

Nice To Haves

Experience with 2D/3D CAD software (SolidWorks or similar) preferred.
Prior experience in engineering support or product development is a plus.

Responsibilities

Coordinate and manage Engineering Change Requests (ECRs) and related documentation.
Evaluate technical, timing, and cost implications of design changes.
Assess impact of changes on certifications and product listings.
Support validation plans and testing activities.
Partner with Quality team to investigate and resolve product failures.
Assist Project Engineers with prototype development and testing.
Maintain project timelines and tasks within the Project Management system.
Prepare and organize PDM documentation for ECRs.
Update 2D/3D CAD drawings as needed.
Collaborate with global engineering and quality teams.
Participate in design reviews and continuous improvement initiatives.
Other duties as required.