Product Development Engineer
Company Overview
Jet Technologies, Inc. is a multi-faceted organization specializing in custom 3- and 5-axis CNC machining, fabrication, vacuum forming, complex assemblies, and product design. We serve a diverse range of industries including marine, recreational vehicle, medical, mass transit, and more. Our capabilities are extensive, allowing us to bring innovative concepts to life.
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Position Summary
The Product Development Engineer is responsible for leading product design and development efforts from concept through production. This role requires strong technical expertise, creativity, and collaboration across sales, manufacturing, and engineering teams to develop cost-effective, manufacturable solutions.
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Key Responsibilities
โข Lead and drive new product design and development initiatives
โข Translate customer and sales concepts into manufacturable designs
โข Create 3D CAD models and detailed designs using SolidWorks
โข Design prototypes; reverse engineer existing products as needed
โข Determine critical product features and functionality through cross-functional collaboration
โข Provide recommendations for hardware selection and sourcing
โข Support manufacturing with new product launches and ongoing production needs
โข Collaborate with internal teams (sales, production, quality, and engineering) to determine optimal design approaches
โข Maintain accurate file management within PDM systems
โข Ensure designs are cost-effective and aligned with manufacturing capabilities
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Qualifications
โข Bachelorโs degree in Engineering (preferred)
โข Previous experience in Product Development Engineering required
โข Experience with thermoforming, vacuum forming, or complex assemblies preferred
โข Project management experience (preferred)
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Required Skills & Competencies
โข Proficiency in SolidWorks and 3D CAD modeling
โข Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, including CNC machining and fabrication
โข Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and prints
โข Mechanical aptitude and understanding of product assembly
โข Familiarity with plastic materials and their applications
โข Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills
โข Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities in a deadline-driven environment
โข Effective written and verbal communication skills
โข Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word)
โข Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment
โข Adaptability and ability to quickly learn new systems and processes
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Preferred Qualifications
โข Experience with 3- and 5-axis CNC machining and vacuum forming
โข Familiarity with marine or similar industries
โข Experience working within a PDM system
Jet Technologies, Inc. is a multi-faceted corporation focused on custom CNC machining, fabrication, thermoforming, and assembly of flat-stock materials. Our capabilities are virtually endless. We have designed and manufactured products for a diverse group of markets including marine, recreational vehicle, mass transit and many others.
Professional, Responsive, and driven to produce quality products.