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HDR

Senior Project Development Engineer

Ann Arbor, MI · On-site

$96K - $126K/yr

Project roles will typically consist of lead development engineer and technical consultant. Most tasks will be done in a collaborative manner involving engineers, scientists, real estate/land ...

HDR

Senior Project Development Engineer

Ann Arbor, MI · On-site

$96K - $126K/yr

Project roles will typically consist of lead development engineer and technical consultant. Most tasks will be done in a collaborative manner involving engineers, scientists, real estate/land ...

HDR

Senior Project Development Engineer

Ann Arbor, MI

$96K - $126K/yr

Project roles will typically consist of lead development engineer and technical consultant. Most tasks will be done in a collaborative manner involving engineers, scientists, real estate/land ...

X SERIES USA

Project Engineer

Belgrade, MT

$75K - $100K/yr

Lead Development Engineer Job Type: Full-Time / On-Site Location: Belgrade, Montana About X-Series USA X-Series USA designs, develops, and supports advanced industrial machinery including fiber laser ...

Spireon

Lead Development Representative

Dubuque, IA · On-site

This role is both challenging and rewarding, giving the Lead Developer a career growth path with ... development. • Through inbound & outbound calls, develop prospect and targeted leads for an ...

SitelogIQ

Development Engineer Level I

Minneapolis, MN · On-site

$65K - $80K/yr

... lead development engineers in developing the technical and financial components of the job to include accurate cost and savings estimates. - Works with subcontractors and consultants to ensure the ...

SitelogIQ

Development Engineer Level I

Minneapolis, MN · On-site

$65K - $80K/yr

... lead development engineers in developing the technical and financial components of the job to include accurate cost and savings estimates. - Works with subcontractors and consultants to ensure the ...

Spireon

Lead Development Representative

Dyersville, IA · On-site

This role is both challenging and rewarding, giving the Lead Developer a career growth path with ... development. • Through inbound & outbound calls, develop prospect and targeted leads for an ...

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As of Jun 26, 2026, the average yearly pay for lead development engineer in the United States is $123,784.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $102,500.00 and $135,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.
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Product Development Engineer

Product Development Engineer

MRINetwork Jobs

Little Rock, AR • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 7 days ago

Job description

Title: Product Development Engineer

Location: Little Rock Metro Area, AR (On-site)

Position Summary

Our client, an established American manufacturer serving the construction and industrial markets, is seeking a Product Development Engineer. The Product Development Engineer serves as a critical technical interface between the company's commercial, operational, and quality teams. This role leads the design, development, and qualification of new and existing product lines, bringing new products to market and optimizing current offerings.

The position is responsible for developing machinery and tooling requirements, validating product designs in production, and ensuring product lines meet specifications and pass audits and testing. The role guides projects from concept through production with attention to creativity, problem-solving, speed, and on-time, on-budget delivery.

Key Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with management and sales teams to implement new projects and optimize current products through design, development, and quality assurance
  • Develop machinery and tooling requirements for new and existing products
  • Validate that all product design conditions are met in production output
  • Ensure the quality of new and existing product lines and verify that products align with specifications to pass audits and testing
  • Interpret customer requirements and specifications to develop manufacturing concepts and value-added solutions
  • Manage multiple projects simultaneously, driving each to completion on time and within budget
  • Partner with domestic and international customers, suppliers, and vendors to align on project scope, timing, and cost
  • Utilize 3D modeling tools to support product design, visualization, and manufacturability reviews
  • Apply a high level of creativity and strong problem-solving skills as a self-starter across complex projects and processes

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Metallurgical Engineering
  • Proficiency in 3D modeling (CAD, SolidWorks, or CATIA)
  • Experience with metal and plastic component products in construction or industrial applications
  • Stamping / metal forming and CNC experience
  • Demonstrated management of large projects and complex processes
  • Proven ability to partner with domestic and international customers, suppliers, and vendors
  • Strong analytical, organizational, and project coordination skills

Preferred Skills

  • Ability to define test plans, write test procedures, and lead development and qualification testing
  • Experience guiding products from concept through production in a manufacturing environment
  • Familiarity with quality audit and testing requirements in a regulated or specification-driven manufacturing environment

Benefits:

  • Competitive base salary
  • 401(k) match program
  • Dental, health, and vision insurance
  • Paid time off

Location: On-site — Little Rock Metro Area, AR. Periodic travel, less than 10%.

If you are interested in this position, please apply here or send your resume to matthew@mrrecruiter.com.

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