Product Development Engineer

Marmon Holdings, Inc. • Lake Forest, CA

104d • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Product Development Engineer with proven experience in mechatronics or electromechanical systems to support and advance our expanding portfolio of vehicle electronic components. This role blends hands-on engineering with technical leadership supporting new product introductions, driving validation and analysis, advancing R&D initiatives, and serving as a technical partner to our commercial teams. This successful candidate will bridge mechanical and electrical disciplines to ensure products meet rigorous OE-level performance standards while remaining commercially competitive. This position is based onsite at our Foothill Ranch, CA facility to support hands-on product work and team collaboration.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechatronics, Electromechanical, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering with cross-disciplinary experience.
• 3–7 years of demonstrated experience in product development, validation, or applied R&D, preferably within automotive, or electromechanical components.
• Solid understanding of both electrical and mechanical principles, including circuit behavior, actuation, sealing, wear, and durability.
• Hands-on proficiency with validation equipment (e.g., thermal chambers, vibration rigs, load frames, electrical cycling).
• Strong background in CAD, design analysis, DFMEA, DVP&R, and related processes.
• Proven problem-solving, analytical, and project management skills with the ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with engineering, quality, supply chain, product development, marketing, and commercial teams.
• Ability to work onsite at our Foothill Ranch, CA facility.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with global manufacturing and supply chain environments is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support new product development across our portfolio, including solenoids, sensors, pressure switches, relays, HMI cockpit switches, fuel pumps and other categories.
• Execute design validation, functional and performance testing, and failure/root-cause analysis on electromechanical systems.
• Collaborate with global suppliers and contract manufacturers to review designs, drawings, specifications, and tooling readiness.
• Develop and maintain test plans, validation protocols, and engineering documentation.
• Provide technical expertise to the commercial organization during customer meetings, presentations, and issue resolution.
• Collaborate with supply chain and quality teams to ensure supplier capability, PPAP readiness, and adherence to engineering standards.
• Benchmark competitive products to identify design improvements, failure modes, and innovation opportunities.
• Provide technical input to catalog, data, and marketing teams (e.g., specifications, connector details, electrical performance).
• Ensure compliance with industry standards (SAE, ISO, IATF, RoHS, REACH) and internal engineering practices.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience (target range: $100K–$135K).
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, 401(k) match, and paid time off.
• We offer a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, vision, 401k matching, and more!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees