Mechanical Product Development Engineer
Manufacturing
Job Description
Senior Product Development Engineer - Mechanical
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Woburn, MA
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Permanent
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In this highly visible role within the Engineering department, the selected candidate will be responsible for a broad range of product design, development, and manufacturing engineering activities.
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Key responsibilities include:
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- Leading conceptual design and development of new products, ensuring alignment with customer and industry specifications.
- Reviewing and approving engineering drawing packages, including analysis against customer requirements, manufacturing feasibility, GD&T standards, and cost considerations.
- Creating and maintaining comprehensive, high-quality technical documentation throughout the product lifecycle.
- Serving as the Product Support Engineer, providing ongoing technical support from product introduction through end-of-life.
- Developing and optimizing manufacturing processes, including tooling design, process routing, and work instructions.
- Leading the design and development of fixtures for machining, brazing, welding, testing, and related operations.
- Collaborating with subject matter experts in machining, brazing, heat treatment, and welding to implement efficient, cost-effective processes that meet quality and customer requirements.
- Ensuring timely product delivery through effective documentation release and hands-on factory floor support.
- Driving cost control initiatives by implementing efficient manufacturing methods and tooling solutions.
- Analyzing inspection and test data, including CMM reports, to ensure product compliance and quality standards.
- Managing engineering change processes, including ECNs, DMRs, and MRB activities.
- Leading root cause analysis and implementing corrective and preventive actions for process failures.
- Supporting new product quotations through detailed cost estimation.
- Participating in and leading cost reduction initiatives and continuous improvement efforts.
- Researching and implementing innovative workflows, methods, and equipment to enhance operational efficiency.
- Contributing to cross-functional project teams and participating in R&D initiatives.
- Mentoring junior engineers and designers to support team development and knowledge sharing.
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Minimum Qualifications:
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- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
- Minimum of 6 years of experience in manufacturing engineering, with direct involvement in new product introduction (NPI), product design, and manufacturing processes.
- Hands-on experience in machining, tooling, brazing, and/or GTAW welded assemblies.
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Preferred Qualifications:
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- Proficiency in SolidWorks and MRP systems (e.g., Oracle).
- Experience with MRB processes and familiarity with military and aerospace standards.
- Knowledge of ASME Y14.100, ASME Y14.5, and AS9100 standards.
- Six Sigma certification or experience with continuous improvement methodologies.
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