NPD Engineering Lead

Elkhorn, WI 53121

Employment Type: Permanent Job Category: Mechanical Engineering Job Number: Na25580430 Compensation: $110000-135000 / year

Job Description

Title: New Product Development Engineering Lead 
Location: Elkhorn, WI 
Hire Type: Direct Hire
Salary: $120k - $130k + bonus
 
Summary:
As the New Product Development (NPD) Engineering Leader, you will be at the forefront of designing, developing, and executing innovative projects aimed at expanding product lines. Leading a dynamic team of NPD engineers, you will drive the creation of next-generation products, product extensions, and enhancements to deliver customer-centric solutions within budget, on time, and with high performance standards. The role will require cross-functional collaboration across global teams, including Product Management, Sales, and Operations, to ensure the success of the product development lifecycle.

Job Duties:
  • Design and develop new products utilizing advanced modeling tools and engineering principles.
  • Making sure NPD projects are meeting its objectives and stage-gate review to ensure project is completed on schedule, within budget and meeting performance, reporting status to supervisor on a regular basis and executive staff on an as needed basis.
  • Supervises activities and resources within the New Product Development team to ensure support is provided to deliver the NPD roadmap.
  • Act as mentor to product development team on how to maximize performance and manage multiple priorities.
  • Document and analyze design feasibility studies, tolerances, FEA (finite elemental analysis), CFD (computational fluid dynamics) reports to ensure product meets requirements.

 Qualifications:
  • Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering required
  • 3-5 years of design experience 
  • 1 year experience working as a lead/supervisor 
  • New Product Design and Stage-Gate process experience
  • Experience with CAD (preferred CAD/PDM system is Inventor/Autodesk Vault).


Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information. 

Meet Your Recruiter

Ally Boushley

Ally Boushley is a seasoned Technical Recruiter specializing in the Commercial Division, boasting a remarkable 8-year career in the dynamic realm of recruitment. Ally's passion for matchmaking candidates with the perfect roles and her knack for uncovering rare talents make her a respected figure in the talent acquisition landscape.

As a Technical Recruiter, Ally's profound understanding of industry intricacies within the Commercial Division allows her to excel in her craft. Her expertise bridges the gap between candidates and clients and positions her as a strategic partner in shaping their success stories.

Ally's true joy in recruiting comes from her ability to be a talent matchmaker. She revels in the thrill of finding elusive "purple squirrel" candidates with rare and exceptional skills that perfectly align with niche job requirements. Exploring new industries, discovering unique companies, and learning about diverse skill sets fuels her passion. For Ally, knowledge is power, and she actively seeks opportunities to expand her understanding of the ever-evolving recruitment landscape.

Her advice to job seekers is simple yet profound: Always take the interview. Ally understands that every interview holds the potential to lead to unexpected opportunities or connections that can positively change one's career trajectory. She encourages candidates to approach each interview as a valuable learning experience and a chance to meet influential individuals who may shape their future.

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