Job description

• Lead innovation and next-generation product development initiatives • High-impact technical role within a global organization About Our Client Our client is a leading global manufacturer known for developing innovative consumer product solutions used across multiple end markets. The organization offers a collaborative environment focused on technology advancement, product innovation, and continuous improvement, providing engineers the opportunity to influence products from concept through commercialization. Job Description • Lead the development and commercialization of innovative consumer product solutions from concept through market launch. • Drive new technology initiatives, product design activities, and engineering development projects. • Serve as the technical lead for complex cross-functional projects involving R&D, manufacturing, quality, and commercial teams. • Evaluate product performance, material selection, manufacturability, and cost optimization opportunities. • Utilize Design of Experiments (DOE), statistical analysis, and structured problem-solving methodologies to support product development and decision-making. • Develop testing protocols, product specifications, validation plans, and performance requirements. • Lead root cause investigations and implement corrective actions to improve product performance and reliability. • Collaborate with global teams, suppliers, and external partners to identify and implement innovative solutions. • Analyze technical data and communicate findings through reports, presentations, and recommendations for key stakeholders. • Mentor junior engineers and provide technical leadership across multiple development programs. • Support intellectual property development, including invention disclosures and patent activities. • Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on product performance, process efficiency, and customer satisfaction. MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local laws. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. The Successful Applicant A successful Senior Product Development Engineer should have: • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, Chemistry, or a related technical discipline. • Master's degree preferred. • 8+ years of experience in product development, research & development, or advanced engineering environments. • Proven experience leading products from concept development through commercialization. • Strong knowledge of Design of Experiments (DOE), DFMEA, risk assessment, and statistical analysis tools. • Experience with product testing, validation, design verification, and performance characterization. • Demonstrated ability to lead complex technical projects and influence cross-functional stakeholders. • Experience performing root cause analysis and implementing effective corrective actions. • Strong project management, planning, and prioritization skills. • Ability to communicate technical concepts effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences. • Experience working within consumer products, personal care, medical devices, adhesives, materials, textiles, or related manufacturing industries is highly desirable. • Experience mentoring engineers and providing technical leadership across teams. What's on Offer • Competitive base salary ranging from $110,000 to $120,000, depending on experience. • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits AND 401(k) with company match. • Opportunity to lead high-visibility innovation and product development programs. • Exposure to global teams and cutting-edge technologies. • Strong career progression and leadership development opportunities. Interested? Apply today.

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Lead innovation and next-generation product development initiatives
High-impact technical role within a global organization
Lead the development and commercialization of innovative consumer product solutions from concept through market launch.
Drive new technology initiatives, product design activities, and engineering development projects.
Serve as the technical lead for complex cross-functional projects involving R&D, manufacturing, quality, and commercial teams.
Evaluate product performance, material selection, manufacturability, and cost optimization opportunities.
Utilize Design of Experiments (DOE), statistical analysis, and structured problem-solving methodologies to support product development and decision-making.
Develop testing protocols, product specifications, validation plans, and performance requirements.
Lead root cause investigations and implement corrective actions to improve product performance and reliability.
Collaborate with global teams, suppliers, and external partners to identify and implement innovative solutions.
Analyze technical data and communicate findings through reports, presentations, and recommendations for key stakeholders.
Mentor junior engineers and provide technical leadership across multiple development programs.
Support intellectual property development, including invention disclosures and patent activities.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on product performance, process efficiency, and customer satisfaction.
The Successful Applicant
A successful Senior Product Development Engineer should have: • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Materials Science, Physics, Chemistry, or a related technical discipline.
8+ years of experience in product development, research & development, or advanced engineering environments.
Proven experience leading products from concept development through commercialization.
Strong knowledge of Design of Experiments (DOE), DFMEA, risk assessment, and statistical analysis tools.
Experience with product testing, validation, design verification, and performance characterization.
Demonstrated ability to lead complex technical projects and influence cross-functional stakeholders.
Experience performing root cause analysis and implementing effective corrective actions.
Strong project management, planning, and prioritization skills.

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Master's degree preferred.

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