Product Development Engineer

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

• Lead and drive new product design and development initiatives

• Translate customer and sales concepts into manufacturable designs

• Create 3D CAD models and detailed designs using SolidWorks

• Design prototypes; reverse engineer existing products as needed

• Determine critical product features and functionality through cross-functional collaboration

• Provide recommendations for hardware selection and sourcing

• Support manufacturing with new product launches and ongoing production needs

• Collaborate with internal teams (sales, production, quality, and engineering) to determine optimal design approaches

• Maintain accurate file management within PDM systems

• Ensure designs are cost-effective and aligned with manufacturing capabilities

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Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (preferred)

• Previous experience in Product Development Engineering required

• Experience with thermoforming, vacuum forming, or complex assemblies preferred

• Project management experience (preferred)

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Required Skills & Competencies

• Proficiency in SolidWorks and 3D CAD modeling

• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, including CNC machining and fabrication

• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and prints

• Mechanical aptitude and understanding of product assembly

• Familiarity with plastic materials and their applications

• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills

• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities in a deadline-driven environment

• Effective written and verbal communication skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word)

• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment

• Adaptability and ability to quickly learn new systems and processes

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Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with 3- and 5-axis CNC machining and vacuum forming

• Familiarity with marine or similar industries

• Experience working within a PDM system