Product Engineer

MANN+HUMMEL•Gastonia, NC

13d•Onsite

About The Position

The Product Engineer develops, validates, and continuously improves new and existing products, ensuring compliance with customer specifications, internal standards, and regulatory requirements. The role works cross-functionally with Design, Quality, Manufacturing, Sales, and customers to deliver robust, cost-effective, high-performance filtration solutions aligned with business objectives. The position is onsite. The engineer leads product engineering activities for new product launches and modifications from concept through release, coordinates APQP activities for R&D projects, and defines product fit, form, and function based on customer requirements and application needs. The role includes developing product designs, drawings, CAD models, prototypes, and validation plans; planning and executing testing; analyzing results; supporting customers, suppliers, Manufacturing, and Quality; maintaining project documentation; and leading cost-reduction and continuous-improvement initiatives.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Materials Engineering, or a related field.
Minimum 5 years of engineering experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
Strong understanding and application of engineering principles.
Proficiency in 3D solid modeling (CAD).
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
Excellent written, verbal, and presentation skills.
Knowledge of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T).
Ability to manage multiple projects and meet timing requirements.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of filtration or filter manufacturing processes.
Program or project management experience.

Responsibilities

Lead product engineering activities for new product launches and product modifications from concept through release.
Coordinate Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) activities related to R&D projects.
Define product fit, form, and function based on customer technical requirements and application needs.
Develop product designs, including drawings, CAD models, prototype builds, and validation plans.
Plan and execute material, dimensional, and performance testing to ensure compliance with OEM specifications and internal standards.
Analyze validation results and provide technical recommendations for product approval, launch, or design changes.
Collaborate with Sales and Product Management to support OEM, private label, and internal customers with technical expertise.
Interface with customers and suppliers to review designs, test results, cost optimization initiatives, and technical concerns.
Create and modify 3D CAD models and drawings in Pro-E / Creo or SolidWorks in accordance with company design standards.
Provide technical support to Manufacturing for production inquiries and to Quality for customer complaint resolution.
Ensure product functionality and durability meet intended application requirements.
Maintain accurate project documentation in accordance with company systems and procedures.
Lead cost reduction and continuous improvement initiatives.
Perform additional duties as assigned.