Product Development Engineer

Peli BioThermal • Maple Grove, MN

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About The Position

Peli BioThermal is hiring a Product Development Engineer I to help design, develop, and test temperature-controlled packaging solutions for the global life sciences industry. The engineer will work alongside experienced engineers and support new product development from concept through production, using CAD design, engineering analysis, prototyping, and laboratory testing. The role also provides technical support for customer projects and contributes to product innovation and continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering; no prior professional engineering experience is required.
• Alternatively, a bachelor's degree in a related technical field and at least 3 years of related engineering experience.
• Basic understanding of heat transfer principles, including heat transfer and energy balance calculations.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks or an equivalent CAD program.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and technical documentation skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to interpret engineering requirements.
• Effective verbal, written, and presentation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.
• Comfort working independently on assigned tasks and collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with thermal or structural simulation software, such as Ansys, SolidWorks Simulation, or equivalent tools.
• Internship or co-op experience in product development, packaging engineering, or manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Support new product development projects through the NPD stage-gate process, complete assigned engineering deliverables, and support design reviews.
• Create and modify 3D CAD models, assemblies, and 2D engineering drawings using SolidWorks or equivalent software.
• Apply Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFM/DFA) principles, dimensional verification, and tolerance analysis to improve product designs.
• Perform engineering calculations, thermal and structural simulations, and design experiments with guidance from senior engineers.
• Develop test protocols, conduct laboratory testing, and analyze results to verify product performance and design requirements.
• Build and evaluate prototypes to support product development, concept validation, and research initiatives.
• Prepare engineering reports, validation documentation, Engineering Change Requests (ECRs), and Bills of Materials (BOMs).
• Support Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (DFMEA) and verification and validation (V&V) activities.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, and Sales teams to support product development and customer requirements.
• Provide technical support for customer projects, including occasional customer site visits.
• Research new materials, technologies, competitor products, and industry developments to support innovation.
• Communicate project progress, technical challenges, and potential risks while meeting assigned deadlines.
• Follow established quality, safety, and engineering standards and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Benefits

• Competitive salary with annual bonus opportunity.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid vacation and holidays.
• Wellness programs.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Professional development and leadership training opportunities.
• Opportunities to lead global engineering projects with real business impact.
• Career growth within a growing global life sciences organization.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level