Product Development Engineer | Helmets

The People Brand•Rigby, ID

42d•$90,000 - $120,000•Onsite

About The Position

Our client is seeking a hands-on Product Development Engineer to lead the development of innovative hard goods and mechanical products from initial concept through commercial production. This is an opportunity to own the full engineering lifecycle, partnering closely with cross-functional teams to bring premium, performance-driven products to market. This role is ideal for an engineer who enjoys designing, prototyping, testing, and refining products that perform in demanding real-world environments. You'll have the opportunity to influence product performance, manufacturability, and quality while working alongside product management, industrial design, sourcing, and manufacturing teams.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
Experience developing mechanical products from concept through commercialization.
Strong proficiency with 3D CAD software and engineering documentation.
Experience with prototype fabrication and product validation testing.
Knowledge of manufacturing processes including machining, molding, fabrication, and assembly.
Understanding of materials, mechanical systems, tolerances, and product performance requirements.
Excellent analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving abilities.
Strong project management skills with the ability to balance multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Effective communicator who enjoys collaborating across engineering, product, manufacturing, and supplier teams.

Responsibilities

Lead the end-to-end engineering and mechanical design of hard goods from concept development through production launch.
Develop detailed 3D CAD models, engineering drawings, and technical documentation to support product design and manufacturing.
Design and evaluate prototypes using rapid prototyping technologies including 3D printing, CNC machining, thermoforming, silicone molding, resin casting, and related fabrication methods.
Plan and execute product validation testing, analyze performance data, and implement design improvements based on testing and field feedback.
Apply Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) principles to optimize quality, cost, and production efficiency.
Partner closely with product management, industrial design, sourcing, suppliers, and manufacturing teams to ensure successful commercialization.
Conduct engineering analysis including material selection, mechanical load evaluation, tolerance analysis, and lifecycle testing.
Manage multiple development projects simultaneously while maintaining strong organization, documentation, and communication throughout the product lifecycle.