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Product Development Engineering Manager Jobs in Wisconsin

Collaborate with areas such as Engineering, Operations and Quality to resolve technical challenges ... Risk Management: Basic * Value Creation: Basic * Innovation: Proficient WHAT WE WANT FROM YOU ...

Collaborate with areas such as Engineering, Operations and Quality to resolve technical challenges ... Risk Management: Basic * Value Creation: Basic * Innovation: Proficient WHAT WE WANT FROM YOU ...

Collaborate with areas such as Engineering, Operations and Quality to resolve technical challenges ... Risk Management: Basic * Value Creation: Basic * Innovation: Proficient WHAT WE WANT FROM YOU ...

Collaborate with areas such as Engineering, Operations and Quality to resolve technical challenges ... Risk Management: Basic * Value Creation: Basic * Innovation: Proficient WHAT WE WANT FROM YOU ...

Collaborate with areas such as Engineering, Operations and Quality to resolve technical challenges ... Risk Management: Basic * Value Creation: Basic * Innovation: Proficient WHAT WE WANT FROM YOU ...

Collaborate with areas such as Engineering, Operations and Quality to resolve technical challenges ... Risk Management: Basic * Value Creation: Basic * Innovation: Proficient WHAT WE WANT FROM YOU ...

Collaborate with areas such as Engineering, Operations and Quality to resolve technical challenges ... Risk Management: Basic * Value Creation: Basic * Innovation: Proficient WHAT WE WANT FROM YOU ...

Collaborate with areas such as Engineering, Operations and Quality to resolve technical challenges ... Risk Management: Basic * Value Creation: Basic * Innovation: Proficient WHAT WE WANT FROM YOU ...

Collaborate with areas such as Engineering, Operations and Quality to resolve technical challenges ... Risk Management: Basic * Value Creation: Basic * Innovation: Proficient WHAT WE WANT FROM YOU ...

Collaborate with areas such as Engineering, Operations and Quality to resolve technical challenges ... Risk Management: Basic * Value Creation: Basic * Innovation: Proficient WHAT WE WANT FROM YOU ...

Collaborate with areas such as Engineering, Operations and Quality to resolve technical challenges ... Risk Management: Basic * Value Creation: Basic * Innovation: Proficient WHAT WE WANT FROM YOU ...

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How much do product development engineering manager jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 12, 2026, the average yearly pay for product development engineering manager in Wisconsin is $128,175.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $115,600.00 and $144,300.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a product development engineering manager do?

A product development engineering manager oversees the design, development, and testing of new products, ensuring they meet quality, cost, and schedule goals. They coordinate cross-functional teams, manage project timelines, and utilize engineering tools and methodologies to bring products from concept to production.
Infographic showing various Product Development Engineering Manager job openings in Wisconsin as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 91% Full Time, and 9% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $128,175 per year, or $61.6 per hour.

Product Development Engineer - Middleton, WI

Spectrum Brands

Middleton, WI • On-site

$60K - $80K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 11 days ago


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6.3

Company rating: 6.3 out of 10

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Job description

Division Information
Spectrum Brands' Home & Personal Care (HPC) Appliances business participates on a global basis in small electric appliances, shave/groom appliances and beauty appliances. Our well- known brands include George Foreman®, Black+Decker®, Farberware®, Breadman®, Juiceman®, Russell Hobbs® and Remington®. Our products appeal to consumer trends for healthy eating, stay-at-home cooking, creating today's new hair style and much more. We distinguish our product offerings from the competition by employing forward thinking, innovative technologies matched with a strong understanding of consumer needs to bring to market high quality, superior products that delight the end user.
Job Summary
Location: Middleton, WI (Hybrid - In Office Tuesday through Thursday)
Salary Range: $60,000 - $80,000
No current or future sponsorship available.
Spectrum Brands is seeking a Product Development Engineer to help bring innovative small appliances from concept to retail shelves. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career mechanical engineer who enjoys solving technical challenges, working with cross-functional teams, and seeing products evolve from idea to production.
This position is designed for:
  • Candidates with approximately 0-5 years of experience
  • Individuals with 3D modelling software experience (SolidWorks, Fusion 360, or similar)
  • Engineers with a passion for product design, innovation, and consumer products
  • Strong communicators who enjoy collaborating across multiple teams and functions
  • Candidates looking for a role that combines technical engineering work with exposure to the full product lifecycle, from concept through commercialization

Primary Duties & Responsibilities
Product Strategy & Planning
  • Supports development of product roadmaps and category initiatives
  • Assists in gathering and organizing consumer insights, competitive benchmarking, and product data
  • Contributes to product definition activities, including features, specifications, and supporting documentation

Product Development Execution
  • Leads projects through the Stage-Gate process, ensuring execution against defined scope, cost, schedule, and performance targets.
  • Supports development of product requirements, specifications, and validation plans.
  • Assists with prototype evaluation, product testing, and performance validation activities.
  • Supports cross-functional alignment and follows up on milestones and deliverables.

Cross-Functional Coordination & Communication
  • Coordinates with R&D, Industrial Design, Sourcing, Quality, and Marketing to support project execution.
  • Supports preparation for gate reviews, presentations, and cross-functional meetings.
  • Communicates project status and escalates risks or issues as needed.

Continuous Improvement & Execution
  • Supports improvements to NPD processes, tools, and documentation.
  • Maintains accurate documentation and project records.
  • Contributes to improving execution efficiency across projects.
  • Identifies and mitigates technical, supply, cost, and regulatory risks.

Other
  • Travel 1-2 times per year internationally for project collaboration and product trend evaluation.

Education and Experience Profile
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field required.
  • 0-5 years of experience in product development, engineering, or related roles.
  • Exposure to consumer products or retail-driven environments preferred.
  • Familiarity with Stage-Gate or structured product development processes.

Required Skills
  • Basic understanding of product development processes and cross-functional workflows.
  • Ability to lead smaller scope projects and execute assigned tasks with accuracy and attention to detail.
  • Strong technical aptitude and ability to support testing and product evaluation.
  • Ability to gather, analyze, and summarize technical and business data.
  • Structured problem-solving approach with ability to identify issues and escalate appropriately.
  • Ability to work effectively within cross-functional teams.
  • Clear written and verbal communication skills.
  • Willingness to learn, take direction, and incorporate feedback.
  • Proficient with 3D modelling software (Solidworks or Fusion preferred).

Work Environment
Working conditions are normal for an office environment.
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