Product Engineer

Description

At Benchmark, we are driven by our purpose: to innovate for a healthier, safer, and better-connected world to create a brighter future. When you join us, you become part of a collaborative and inclusive team that values your ideas and contributions across sectors such as commercial aerospace, defense, advanced computing, and medical equipment.

The Product Engineer provides primary customer contact for New Product Launch (NPL) activities. Responsible for all manufacturing processes, materials, and tooling to ensure that products are assembled to customer expectations.

• Leads manufacturing activities of assigned products through prototype, pilot, and production
• Oversees the implementation of customer documentation changes and internal change orders
• Actively participates in new customer development and new business development
• Analyzes line return information to understand and drive corrective action on manufacturing process issues
• Performs product level FMEAs as required
• Participates in Lean, Six Sigma, and Kaizen continuous improvement activities
• Performs review of engineering design drawings and DFX reports prior to production release for manufacturability
• Evaluates and qualifies new manufacturing processes, materials, and equipment
• Leads internal and external corrective action plans
• Complies with and follows all company policies and procedures
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Effective interpersonal skills
• Effective multitasking skills and ability to take on additional responsibilities as required
• Effective organization and prioritization skills
• High attention to detail
• Ability to work with diverse groups
• Discretion, confidentiality, independent judgment, and professionalism
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and guide discretion and independent judgment
• Understanding and ability to use continuous improvement tools
• Strong customer service and client focus
• Working knowledge of productivity tools, including Microsoft Office products and Web Ex conferencing software
• 0‑3+ years of electronics manufacturing experience
• Ability to work individually or in teams
• Ability to support a 24/7 global business operation as required
• Understanding and ability to use metrics and continuous improvement tools (e.g., DPMO, FPY, DPM, Six Sigma, FMEA)

4‑year Engineering or Technical degree preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience approved by executive management.

Geographical

Location:

Minnesota – Rochester
Physical

Location:

Rochester, MN
Shift: Shift 1 – Monday to Friday, 0800‑1700

Compensation Range: $71,678.00 to $89,517.00 USD (factors such as skills, certifications, licensures, experience, training, and business needs considered).

Benchmark provides a comprehensive benefits package, including a Bonus Plan, 401(k), Paid Time Off, and Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance, all based on scheduled hours.

This job posting will remain open until filled.

Export Control:
This position may require access to controlled information or technology covered under U.S. export control laws. Eligibility and license requirements are evaluated on a case‑by‑case basis.

Benchmark is an equal‑opportunity employer. We celebrate a dynamic workforce with unique talents, life experiences, cultures, and perspectives. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please email