Product Engineer II

Summary

The Product Engineer serves as the primary customer contact for New Product Launch (NPL) activities, overseeing all manufacturing processes, materials, and tooling to ensure products meet customer expectations.

• Lead manufacturing activities of assigned products through prototype, pilot, and production.
• Oversee implementation of customer documentation changes and internal change orders.
• Actively participate in new customer development and new business development.
• Analyze line return information to understand and drive corrective action on manufacturing process issues.
• Perform product‑level FMEAs as required.
• Participate in Lean, Six Sigma, and Kaizen continuous improvement activities.
• Review engineering design drawings and DFX reports prior to production release for manufacturability.
• Evaluate and qualify new manufacturing processes, materials, and equipment.
• Lead internal and external corrective action plans.
• Comply with all company policies and procedures.
• Perform 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 guidance, exercising discretion and independent judgment.
• Understanding of 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.
• Ability to work individually or in teams.
• Ability to support a 24/7 global business operation as required.
• Understanding and use of metrics and continuous improvement tools (e.g., DPMO, FPY, DPM, Six Sigma, FMEA, etc.).
• 4‑year engineering or technical degree preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience as approved by executive management.
• 5+ years of electronics manufacturing experience.
• Lean Sigma Greenbelt certification.
• Familiarity with advanced technologies and applications.
• Master of advanced technologies and applications.
• Ability to travel up to 10% of the time, including day and overnight stays as required.

4‑year engineering or technical degree preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience as approved by executive management.

Winona, MN (West, Minnesota)

Shift 1 – Monday to Friday, 0800‑1630.

Compensation Range: $81,154.00 to $ USD. Compensation decisions consider skills, certifications, experience, and business needs.

Benchmark provides a comprehensive benefits package, including a Bonus Plan, 401(k), Paid Time Off, and Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance. Benefits are based on scheduled hours. Benchmark complies with applicable state and local employee leave laws.

Benchmark is an equal‑opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse workforce. If you need assistance or accommodation due to disability, please email us at

This position may involve access to controlled information or technology. Employment may be contingent on verification of U.S. Person status or necessary export licenses. The company evaluates on a case‑by‑case basis.

This job posting will remain open until filled.