Product Engineer - R&D

Pure Fishing•Spirit Lake, IA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Pure Fishing is seeking a hands-on Product Development Engineer to support the development, optimization, and commercialization of fishing line products. Based on-site in Spirit Lake, Iowa, the role takes products from concept through testing, process optimization, scale-up, and transition into manufacturing. The engineer works with R&D, Manufacturing, Quality, Sourcing, external suppliers, and other teams to develop products that meet performance, quality, reliability, manufacturability, and consumer requirements. The position focuses on Nylon, Fluorocarbon, and Superline products. It uses Design of Experiments (DOE), statistical analysis, and engineering principles to identify critical product and process variables, optimize performance, and establish robust manufacturing conditions. The engineer also evaluates new materials, technologies, coatings, and processes, and supports domestic and international development, supplier, testing, and manufacturing activities as needed. Success requires ownership of technical problems and projects from concept through production, combining engineering judgment, experimentation, and data to deliver products that perform well and are reliable, manufacturable, and commercially viable. The work takes place in a collaborative, hands-on R&D and manufacturing environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Technical Science, Materials Science, Polymer Science, Chemistry, or a related technical field; equivalent relevant experience may be considered.
At least 2 years of experience in engineering, product development, process development, manufacturing, materials, or a related technical discipline.
Demonstrated experience with Design of Experiments (DOE), statistics, and data analysis.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to translate data into practical engineering decisions.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities while meeting deadlines.
Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams, suppliers, and manufacturing partners.
Willingness and ability to work on-site in Spirit Lake, Iowa.
Willingness and ability to travel domestically and internationally as needed.

Responsibilities

Develop product concepts and engineering solutions that address consumer needs, product requirements, and business objectives.
Plan, execute, and coordinate engineering activities for the development and commercialization of fishing line products.
Support Nylon, Fluorocarbon, and Superline products from early concepts through commercialization and production.
Evaluate product designs, prototypes, samples, and production trials for performance, reliability, quality, and manufacturability.
Design and execute Design of Experiments (DOE) to identify critical product and process variables and optimize performance.
Apply statistical analysis and engineering methods to establish product specifications, process parameters, measurement systems, and performance metrics.
Support process development, scale-up, and manufacturing trials to promote consistent and efficient production.
Serve as a technical liaison between R&D and Manufacturing, helping move products through the MTOP process and into production.
Partner with Manufacturing, Quality, Sourcing, and other teams to identify and resolve technical issues during development and commercialization.
Research and evaluate technologies, materials, coatings, processes, and manufacturing methods that could improve performance or create product opportunities.
Work with domestic and international suppliers to communicate technical requirements, evaluate materials and processes, and support transfer of product specifications.
Analyze project results, communicate findings, make technical recommendations, and drive projects toward completion.
Maintain awareness of emerging technologies and industry developments relevant to polymers, fibers, coatings, and fishing line performance.
Travel domestically and internationally as needed to support development projects, suppliers, testing, and manufacturing activities.