Product Development Engineer

LidWorks, Co. • FL

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About The Position

The Product Development Engineer will play a key role in driving product innovation from concept through production release. This includes leading new product design initiatives, improving existing designs, and managing project timelines while collaborating closely with cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate is a highly motivated, self-driven engineer with proven strengths in leadership, collaboration, project and time management, 3D CAD / SolidWorks, and mechanical design.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field or equivalent relevant experience required.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a technical engineering role (plastics or product development experience preferred).
• Advanced proficiency in 3D CAD design, with SolidWorks experience required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Solid understanding of engineering principles, design practices, and product development processes.
• Familiarity with plastic product design standards (e.g., shrinkage, draft angles) and general machining methods is a plus.
• Project management experience, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple product development projects simultaneously, from initial concept through production tooling release, including project scheduling, timeline tracking, and progress reporting.
• Translate sales and customer requirements into functional 3D CAD thermoformed product designs, complete with dimensional specifications and performance criteria.
• Design prototype tooling, including machined aluminum forming cavities and matched metal trim tooling, and oversee prototype trials, sample evaluations, and submissions.
• Collaborate with Tooling Engineering and Production teams to ensure designs are optimized for machining, manufacturability, and thermoforming processes.
• Conduct functional and dimensional evaluations of products to determine their impact on final performance for both LidWorks and customer-supplied items.
• Create and maintain product specifications and provide support during production startup.

Benefits

• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Retirement Plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree