What you will get to do:

• Apply new concepts and technology to create innovative products within the building industry.
• Develop and bring new products to market within a team-based, collaborative work environment.
• Share learnings and experiences with others in the organization through strong communication skills.
• Develop testing plans for new concepts where no predetermined plans exist.
• Anticipate consumer use and potential abuse of products.
• Develop DFMEA, DVP&R’s, Test Plans, Cost Estimates, Prototypes, etc.
• Work within a stage gate process to ensure successful product development.
• Juggle multiple projects at various stages of development.
• Contribute to an inspired team culture with a "can do" attitude.
• Manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities

What will make you successful:

• A drive to understand new technology and how things work, coupled with the ability to apply them to products that solve consumer needs.
• Broad understanding of engineering principles with a mechanical focus, and a basic understanding of materials, electrical, and optical areas.
• A strong desire to learn and explore new areas.
• Ability to discern potential short-term solutions from longer research needs.
• Passion for product development and a strong testing background.
• Demonstrated track record of bringing new products to market.
• Flexible thinking and a passion for getting things right.
• A keen understanding of the ups and downs of R&D, knowing when to shelve a project and when to push through issues.
• Attention to detail to ensure products satisfy customer wants and needs.
• Passion for learning and pushing for what could be rather than what already is.
• BS in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field and 8+ years of hands-on new product experience.
• 5+ years of experience with design and manufacture of injection molded products preferred.
• Hands-on experience with glass or building products is a plus.
• Project and time management skills, comfortable in a fast-paced environment with competing priorities.
• Practical experience with DOE, DFMEA, and capability studies.
• Basic electronic knowledge with prototyping using Arduinos and simple coding is a plus.