Product Development Engineer

3form is an environmentally-focused, award-winning leader in the innovation, design, and manufacturing of translucent architectural panels and complementary installation systems. Based in Salt Lake City, Utah, the company offers a complete line of resin-, felt-, and glass-based materials for architectural and interior design customers.

• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams on new product development and improvement projects across all 3form material, hardware, and lighting product lines.
• Assist in exploring technologies, concepts, and innovative products within the R&D team.
• Conduct research and analysis to identify opportunities for product improvement and problem‑solving applications.
• Provide technical product expertise for existing platforms to support the sales team and internal partners.
• Contribute to infrastructure improvement efforts within the Product Development Team.
• Maintain design specifications, CAD models, testing data, CTQs, and documentation for finished products and raw materials.
• Develop product standards, quality specifications, and process controls for new products.
• Identify tooling, equipment, and infrastructure needs for product development and material characterization.
• Develop test methods and execute prototyping, testing, and validation activities.
• Collect, analyze, and document product performance data to support validation and align with defined CTQs.
• Support 3form’s sustainability mission by identifying and developing sustainable product opportunities.

• Design components utilizing various manufacturing technologies.
• Work closely with vendors and purchasing to source prototypes and inventory products.
• Manage projects and timelines from conceptual ideas to completed, documented, and ready‑to‑sell products.
• Lead the installation and testing of products in development.
• Work independently while maintaining momentum on projects, ensuring project milestones and deliverables are achieved on time.
• Adapt quickly to compressed timelines and changing priorities, demonstrating flexibility and resilience.
• Maintain a proactive approach to project management, adjusting plans to meet evolving business needs.
• Collaborate effectively with cross‑functional teams to drive creative solutions and deliver on‑time results.

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Material Science Engineering (or related engineering fields).
• 2‑4 years of professional experience in product design, polymer characterization, and development of architectural components or systems.
• Strong design sensibility, creative talent, and technical curiosity.
• Hands‑on development, prototyping, and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Sound understanding of structural mechanical design and manufacturing techniques.
• Proficiency in Solid Works; knowledge of Rhino 3D and Adobe CC is a plus.
• Comfortable with data sets and analysis (Tableau, Power
  
  BI, Excel).
• Ability to work well in a small team environment and adapt to a dynamic company culture.

This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to innovative projects and collaborate with a talented team in a creative and environmentally focused company. For more information, visit