Job Title: Product Development Engineer Job Description We are seeking an experienced Product Development Engineer to cultivate a culture of technical excellence through innovation and design, while collaborating with cross-functional teams. This role will ensure on-time, cost-effective, and high-quality new product launches, leveraging a talented technical team. Responsibilities + Build, lead, and mentor a high-performing team of product development engineers, model makers, and support staff to foster innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement. + Establish and communicate clear goals, performance metrics, and developmental opportunities for team members to drive engagement and growth. + Lead the end-to-end product development process, ensuring timely and successful product launches while integrating innovation and sustainability into designs. + Collaborate with Product Management to align market trends and customer needs with innovative, market-leading product solutions. + Deliver cost reductions and margin improvements through strong business acumen and financial analysis, aligning with the company’s strategic goals. + Leverage operational understanding of manufacturing, procurement, and quality processes to optimize product design and profitability. + Influence business-decision design trade-offs to balance cost, quality, function, and marketability across multiple projects. + Oversee value engineering initiatives to optimize costs while maintaining quality and performance, including standardizing parts, components, and processes. + Identify and implement material and process improvements to increase operational efficiency and scalability. + Collaborate proactively with Sourcing, Operations, and Finance to align product development efforts with business objectives and streamline workflows. + Manage project timelines, budgets, and deliverables to ensure alignment with company objectives while driving continuous improvement in tools, processes, and methodologies. Essential Skills + Proven ability to lead engineering teams, model makers, and support staff. + Experience in setting goals, mentoring, and driving accountability. + Deep understanding of furniture design, prototyping, and manufacturing processes. + Experience aligning product specifications with market trends and customer needs. + Strong business acumen with experience in margin improvement and value engineering. + Ability to streamline workflows and implement scalable design processes. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Solid understanding of furniture manufacturing processes, including upholstery, frame construction, and material selection. + Experience with engineering tools such as SolidWorks, AutoCAD, and simulation platforms. + Proven track record of building and mentoring high-performing teams, including engineers, model makers, and support staff. + Cross-functional collaboration experience with Product Management, Sourcing, Operations, and Finance. + Effective communication and stakeholder management across departments and external partners. + Familiarity with market trends and customer needs in residential and commercial furniture. + Experience integrating sustainability and innovation into product development strategies. + Understanding of supply chain dynamics, including vendor lead times, material flow, and logistics planning. Work Environment The role involves collaboration with cross-functional teams including Product Management, Sourcing, Operations, and Finance. The work environment is dynamic and innovation-driven, focusing on continuous improvement and technical excellence. Technologies and tools used include SolidWorks and AutoCAD, with a strong emphasis on sustainability and market trends. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $100000.00 - $160000.00/yr. We offer a comprehensive benefits package to its employees, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, and a 401k plan with a company match. We also provide an Employee Assistance Plan, tuition reimbursement, and employee discounts on furniture. Additionally, we offer benefits like maternity/paternity leave and flexible spending accounts. Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Greensboro,NC. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Sep 22, 2025. 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