Senior Product Development Engineer

Location:

Rock Island, IL (On-Site)

Overview:
Seeking a hands-on Senior Product Development Engineer to lead the technical direction and product roadmap for next-generation industrial automation and welding systems. This role combines advanced mechanical design, project leadership, and strategic planning, with opportunities to grow into an Engineering Manager role.

• Own 3-5 year product roadmap and platform development
• Lead cross-functional teams from concept → prototype → production
• Drive structural design, FEA, hydraulic integration, and motion control systems
• Implement design-for-manufacturing (DFM) improvements and smart features
• Mentor junior engineers and set engineering standards

• Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering (MS preferred)
• 8+ years in industrial machinery, capital equipment, or automation
• Experience with structural weldments, motion systems, and power transmission
• Proven project leadership and cross-functional collaboration

• FEA, hydraulic design, servo motor/drive, PLC integration
• Experience with robotics, welding automation, or lean product development

• Lead product strategy with direct impact on growth and performance
• Hands-on, high-visibility role in a fast-growing engineering-driven environment
• Profit sharing targeted to 10-15K annually

Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.

Must be willing to relocate to the Rock Island area.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.