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Product Development Engineer

Role Overview:
Perform engineering and lower level related tasks as assigned in developing and manufacturing of new and revised proprietary products under the guidance of more senior level engineers. Participate with Product Development personnel, outside consultants, design firms, vendors and others in the process of designing and developing new products. Incumbent will have responsibility for managing portions of projects appropriate to the experience level and expertise of the incumbent. Work will be performed as directed, according to established procedures and methods. Work will be reviewed for overall results by more senior level personnel. 

Specific Responsibilities:
*Work under the guidance of senior personnel in researching and evaluating feasibility of new products, materials, processes, design systems, and user needs and desires as inputs for new products.
*Under direction, design new and revised proprietary products using Parametric Solid Modeling CAD design software, perform engineering analysis using Finite Element Analysis CAE software, perform manufacturability analysis, using manufacturing simulation software such as mold filing, mold cooling and warpage analysis software.
*Test and evaluate materials and components using approved methods and procedures. Maintain accurate and up to date records of test results. Prepare Test Reports for review by more senior personnel.
*Maintain accurate and up to date project files for work assigned.
*Learn and then have input to and confirm accuracy of Engineering DataBase, to include Bill of Materials, packaging instructions, weight and dimensions and manufacturing cost information as directed.
*Assist Manufacturing, Quality Assurance and Tool Engineering in improving product performance, cost reduction and resolving manufacturing problems with part, material or process revisions or redesign as directed by more senior personnel.
*Address regulatory issues as needed, including certifications for medical-related products.
*Work with CAD operators in implementation of design, analysis and revisions.
*Work with Lab Technicians in conducting and evaluating tests as required.
*Work with model-maker, or outside model shop, in preparation of models and prototypes.
*Establish and maintain Product Design history file in accordance with Product Development procedures as directed by more senior staff.

Skills & Qualifications:
*BS Mechanical Engineering Degree required
*1-3 years Product Development Engineering experience preferred
*Basic Product, Manufacturing Process, Material, and Product Development Process knowledge and experience