Project Engineer II-New Product Development

Johnson Health Tech

  • Cottage Grove, WI
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 2 months ago
Job TypeFull-timeDescriptionAre you an engineer with a passion for bringing innovative ideas to life? Do you thrive in collaborative, dynamic environments and want to be part of a global team that delivers high-quality products? If you're organized, detail-oriented, and ready to take on exciting challenges in new product development, we want to hear from you!As a Project Engineer II on our New Product Development (NPD) team, you'll serve as the vital connection between Product Marketing and Factory Manufacturing. You'll lead projects that transform customer needs into tangible products, working with cross-functional teams to ensure designs meet performance, quality, and timeline expectations. This role offers visibility, growth, and the chance to make a real impact.What You'll Do:Lead and Coordinate Teams:
  • Oversee project teams, including R&D, industrial design, factory engineering, electrical/software engineering, quality, and marketing.
  • Translate customer requirements into actionable engineering specifications and development plans.
  • Communicate effectively between North American marketing teams and Asia-based engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams.
Drive New Product Development:
  • Lead projects through the Key Technology/Key Component (KT/KC) and NPD processes, ensuring all milestones are met.
  • Conduct cross-functional meetings to align on project scope, deliverables, and goals.
  • Host technical design reviews and support detailed CAD work alongside factory engineers.
  • Emphasize continuous improvement, value engineering, and manufacturability in product design.
  • Validate designs through DFMEA, strength, and fatigue analysis, followed by thorough testing.
Support Production Launches:
  • Review quality and inspection data, evaluate product samples, and recommend design adjustments.
  • Support the transition of new products into mass production, identifying opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements.
  • Collaborate with global engineering and manufacturing teams to resolve design and production challenges.
RequirementsEducation:
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
Experience:
  • 2+ years of design experience, preferably with consumer products.
  • Project Engineering or Project Management experience is a strong plus.
  • Familiarity with manufacturing processes like plastics, sheet metal, casting, machining, and welding.
Skills & Traits:
  • Proficiency in 3D CAD (SolidWorks preferred); familiarity with analysis tools is a plus.
  • Strong mechanical aptitude demonstrated through work experience or personal projects.
  • Excellent critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
  • Effective communicator who thrives in diverse, cross-cultural environments.
  • Willingness to travel internationally 2-4 times per year.
Why Join Us?
  • Collaborate with a talented, global team to design products that improve people's lives.
  • Take ownership of projects in a highly visible role that offers professional growth.
  • Enjoy working on innovative designs while contributing to a company that values creativity and teamwork.
Benefits:We offer an excellent compensation package and team-oriented work environment with growth opportunities. Some of our outstanding benefits include:· Health & Dental Insurance· Company paid Life Insurance· 401(k)· Paid Time Off benefits· Product discounts· Wellness programsEOE/M/W/Vet/Disability
#ZR

Johnson Health Tech