Sr. Product Design Engineer
About The Position
The Senior Product Design Engineer leads the design, development, integration, validation, and production release of generator set systems, subsystems, and components throughout the product lifecycle, from concept development through production launch and field support. The role provides technical leadership and works with cross-functional teams, suppliers, and global stakeholders to deliver reliable, high-performance, cost-effective power generation solutions that meet customer needs, regulatory requirements, and business objectives. The engineer develops solutions that balance performance, reliability, manufacturability, serviceability, cost, and regulatory objectives. The role owns product definition and technical governance, including CAD models, production drawings, bills of materials, engineering specifications, and configuration-controlled documentation. It also leads design reviews, risk assessments, verification and validation, root-cause investigations, and continuous-improvement efforts. Additional responsibilities include supporting production readiness and lifecycle needs, mentoring engineers, and advancing cost reduction, standardization, value engineering, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence. The position is located in Mankato, Minnesota. Relocation assistance may be provided if applicable. Rolls-Royce Power Systems develops and supports power solutions under the mtu brand, including gas- and diesel-engine systems and electrified hybrid systems serving marine and infrastructure customers worldwide.
Requirements
- Associate’s degree in Mechanical, Automotive, or a related engineering discipline and at least 4 years of product design and development experience in power generation, heavy equipment, automotive, or industrial applications; or a bachelor’s degree in one of these disciplines and at least 2 years of such experience.
- A master’s degree or JD/PhD in Mechanical, Automotive, or a related engineering discipline is also listed as a basic requirement.
- Must be a U.S. citizen or U.S. permanent resident and authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. without sponsorship; employment visa sponsorship is not available.
- Ability to apply mechanical engineering principles, GD&T, tolerance analysis, and DFM/DFA to product design and development.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with FEA, CFD, vibration analysis, and durability testing.
- Experience supporting global product development and supplier qualification activities.
- Knowledge of power generation regulations and certifications such as UL, NFPA, IEC, EPA, CARB, and CE.
- Project leadership or technical lead experience on new product development programs.
- Proficiency in 3D CAD modeling, engineering drawings, GD&T, tolerance analysis, and product documentation.
- Strong knowledge of mechanical system design, thermal management, vibration control, structural analysis, manufacturing, and assembly processes.
- Experience leading product validation activities, including prototype development, testing, field evaluation, and continuous product improvement.
- Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional projects, manage engineering changes and configuration control, collaborate with suppliers, and drive technical decision-making.
Responsibilities
- Lead the design, development, integration, validation, and production release of generator set systems, subsystems, and components throughout the product lifecycle.
- Develop engineering solutions addressing performance, reliability, manufacturability, serviceability, cost, and regulatory objectives using mechanical engineering principles, GD&T, tolerance analysis, and DFM/DFA.
- Create and maintain CAD models, production drawings, bills of materials, engineering specifications, and configuration-controlled documentation.
- Lead design reviews, risk assessments, and engineering evaluations.
- Develop product verification and validation strategies; analyze test and field performance data; conduct root-cause investigations; and implement corrective actions and product improvements.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams and suppliers to support product execution, production readiness, and lifecycle support.
- Provide technical leadership and mentor engineers.
- Drive initiatives involving cost reduction, standardization, value engineering, regulatory compliance, and operational excellence.
- Lead or support prototype development, testing, field evaluation, and continuous product improvement.
Benefits
- Base pay and discretionary bonus plan.
- Health, dental, vision, disability, life, and accidental death and dismemberment insurance, subject to eligibility.
- Flexible spending account and health savings account, subject to eligibility.
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Paid Time Off and certain paid holidays.
- Paid parental and family care leave.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Long-term incentive plan.
- Relocation assistance if applicable.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Associate degree
