Product Development Engineer

Product Development Engineer

Full-Time

Lafayette IN

Compensation DOE: up to $100K

Meet your Talent Advisor Kelly Maxwell

Were seeking a Product Development Engineer to lead technical development activities for automotive engineering projects in Lafayette IN. This is a hands-on engineering position ideal for someone who enjoys innovation cross-functional collaboration and driving product development from concept through production.

What Youll Do as a Product Development Engineer:

As a Product Development Engineer youll lead technical activities for assigned automotive projectstaking concepts from design to launch through structured product development phases. Youll play a key role in translating customer requirements into engineering specifications coordinating testing and validation and ensuring smooth transition to production.

Product Development Engineer Responsibilities Include:

• Leading automotive product development projects from initial concept through production launch.

• Translating customer requirements into design specifications and test activities.

• Planning and organizing engineering deliverables across all phases of development.

• Conducting DFMEAs identifying risks and developing mitigation strategies.

• Leading internal and customer design reviews and presenting technical progress updates.

• Collaborating with lab teams to perform validation and verification testing.

• Partnering with manufacturing and APQP teams to ensure successful production implementation.

• Supporting lean design Six Sigma and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Providing technical interface and communication with key customers and internal teams.

• Traveling as needed (2030% domestic 10% international) to support projects and customers.

What Were Looking For in a Product Development Engineer:

• Bachelors degree in Mechanical Materials Science or Chemical Engineering (Masters preferred).

• 58 years of product or process engineering experienceautomotive background highly preferred.

• Strong understanding of APQP DFMEA validation testing and design control practices.

• Experience with process engineering and hands-on production or lab equipment.

• Six Sigma Greenbelt certification preferred.

• Ability to problem-solve using engineering fundamentals and first principles.

• Excellent communication and leadership skills within cross-functional environments.

• Continuous improvement mindset with attention to detail and design efficiency.

Perks & Benefits:

• Full benefits package including medical dental vision and life insurance.

• 401(k) with company match.

• Paid time off and holidays.

• Collaborative innovation-driven engineering culture.

• Opportunities for global exposure and career development.

Send your resume to Kelly Maxwell