Product Development Engr. I

Technibilt Ltd dba Wanzl NA • Newton, NC

10d

About The Position

The Product Development Engineer I is an entry-level role within the New Product Development (NPD) team. The role completes defined engineering assignments and supports the design, development, testing, release, and continuous improvement of Retail, Digital, Access, and Material Handling products under the guidance of experienced engineering team members. Working across the full product development lifecycle, the Product Development Engineer I collaborates with Product Management, Sales, Marketing, Operations, Supply Chain, Quality, and Project Management to help deliver practical, cost-effective, manufacturable, and innovative solutions that meet customer and business needs.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or a related technical field from an accredited institution.
• 0-2 years of experience in product development, mechanical design, manufacturing, or engineering; internship, co-op, or relevant project experience will be considered.
• Proficiency with 3D CAD software; SolidWorks experience preferred.
• Familiarity with PDM systems and basic principles of design-data management, configuration control, and revision control; SolidWorks PDM experience preferred.
• Ability to create and interpret engineering drawings, BOMs, assembly documentation, and technical specifications.
• Basic understanding of manufacturing processes, materials, tolerances, quality-control principles, and design for manufacturing and assembly (DFMA).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; familiarity with engineering analysis, testing methods, design of experiments (DOE), statistical analysis, or finite element analysis (FEA) is preferred.
• Hands-on mechanical aptitude and interest in fabrication, prototyping, testing, and product validation.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments, prioritize work, adapt to changing demands, and meet established deadlines with guidance.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and the broader Microsoft Office suite for data analysis, documentation, and reporting.
• Proactive, detail-oriented, and motivated to deliver practical design solutions while considering product performance, quality, and cost.
• Ability to travel up to 20%, including occasional international travel.

Nice To Haves

• SolidWorks experience preferred.
• SolidWorks PDM experience preferred.
• Familiarity with engineering analysis, testing methods, design of experiments (DOE), statistical analysis, or finite element analysis (FEA) is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Complete assigned product design and engineering deliverables from concept through production release and continuous improvement, including 3D CAD models, engineering drawings, BOMs, assembly documentation, and packaging drawings, with guidance and technical review from experienced engineering team members.
• Maintain accurate product data, engineering documentation, specifications, revision records, and technical files in applicable CAD/PDM systems to support configuration control, traceability, and data integrity.
• Collaborate with Product Management, Sales, Marketing, Operations, Supply Chain, Quality, and Project Management to understand product requirements and support project objectives, cost targets, and customer expectations.
• Own defined engineering tasks, components, subsystems, and low-complexity product changes while supporting broader NPD projects through the applicable Product Gate Review (PGR) process; complete engineering deliverables, participate in design reviews, identify technical risks, and communicate status.
• Support engineering analyses, feasibility studies, competitive benchmarking, value engineering, and technology evaluations to improve product performance, manufacturability, reliability, sustainability, and cost-effectiveness.
• Plan and execute assigned validation tests and performance evaluations; document results and make data-driven recommendations with guidance from experienced engineering team members.
• Design, build, and refine prototypes, test fixtures, mockups, and validation assemblies while providing hands-on support during concept development, pilot builds, and product qualification activities.
• Support the technical execution of assigned engineered-to-order (ETO) and standard product projects, including requirements definition, design development, risk identification, schedule commitments, and engineering release milestones.
• Create and revise assembly procedures, installation documentation, engineering change requests and orders (ECRs/ECOs), and technical specifications to support production and product support activities.
• Collaborate with suppliers, customers, test technicians, and external partners to evaluate materials, components, manufacturing processes, and design alternatives.
• Support product compliance activities by documenting applicable requirements, completing assigned verification activities, and maintaining accurate test records in coordination with Quality and other subject-matter experts.
• Communicate project status, technical risks, design changes, validation results, and development milestones to the project team and other stakeholders.
• Incorporate customer feedback, field-performance information, testing results, and manufacturing data into assigned product improvement activities.
• Consider sustainability principles in assigned design work, including material selection, waste reduction, durability, and recyclability.

What This Job Offers

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