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Senior Product Development Engineer (Combustion Systems)

  • Fort Wayne, IN, USA
  • 2025-07-10

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Responsibilities:

  • Lead and manage new product development (NPD) efforts through stage-gate process
  • Identify, scope, and present to leadership new product/technology and updates to existing products to grow the business
  • Collaborate cross-functionally to align engineering with business goals and timelines
  • Design and prototype combustion products using SolidWorks and rapid fabrication tools
  • Conduct performance testing, failure analysis, stack-up/tolerance studies, and DFMEA
  • Develop and manage project plans, BOMs, 2D/3D models, and engineering documentation
  • Engage with customers to understand needs and provide application-specific solutions
  • Evaluate and improve current products (cost, quality, compliance, manufacturability)
  • Identify and present technology advancements or market opportunities to leadership
  • Represent Company at industry functions and trade shows

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (or closely related field)
  • 5+ years in progressive engineering roles with an emphasis on New Product Development (NPD)
  • 2+ years specifically in burner or combustion-related products; combustion simulation experience highly preferred
  • Proficient with 3D Modeling (SolidWorks preferred)
  • Familiarity with manufacturing processes: casting, stamping, fabrication, 3D printing, etc.
  • Knowledge of FMEA, DFM, and Six Sigma methodologies
  • Excellent project management and communication skills
  • Positive, team-first mindset with a strong sense of ownership and accountability
  • Ability to travel up to 20% (Domestically and within North America)