Product Development Engineer

Hammerton is a leading American designer/manufacturer of custom decorative lighting for the hospitality, commercial and residential markets. We are known as a major design innovator in our industry, and we’re rapidly growing. Our in-house blown and kiln-fired glass capabilities, combined with our expertise in metal fabrication and machining, make us uniquely capable of addressing the needs of the design industry’s most discerning clients.  Hammerton lighting can be found in leading five-star hotels and resorts, award-winning restaurants and many of the most beautiful homes in North America.

We are seeking a highly skilled Product Development Engineer to join our Viro product development team.  The ideal candidate will work seamlessly with other members of the team while leading the engineering, and technical requirements of the product development process. This role requires close collaboration with our inhouse design, quality and supply chain teams as well as our Asian vendors.  Excellent project management skills are also required to deliver market leading products on time and on budget.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead Engineering and Technical Requirements: Oversee the engineering and technical aspects of product development, from conceptualization to production.
• Collaboration with Cross-Functional Teams: Work closely with in-house design, marketing, quality, and supply chain teams to ensure integrated product development.
• Project Management: Utilize excellent project management skills to plan, organize, and deliver projects on time and within budget. This includes defining project scope, creating project schedules, allocating resources, and tracking project progress.
• Prototype Development and Testing: Conceptualize new product ideas, design prototypes using CAD software, fabricate and test prototypes, and fine-tune designs until they are ready for production.
• Supplier Management: Collaborate with and manage Asian suppliers, ensuring the procurement of high-quality components and materials that meet design requirements. This includes providing technical guidance and specifications to suppliers.
• Quality Control and Compliance: Develop quality control criteria and safety guidelines, ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations, and maintain accurate documentation including design files, specifications, and test reports.
• Market Research and Feedback: Conduct market research to understand market requirements and integrate this information into product development. Analyze existing products to identify areas for improvement and implement changes based on customer feedback.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• A Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering is required. A Master's degree in Engineering may be advantageous.
• Proficiency in Mandarin is required to effectively collaborate with and manage Asian suppliers.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Team Collaboration: Proven ability to work effectively in a team environment, collaborating with design, marketing, quality, and supply chain teams.
• Project Management Skills: Excellent project management skills, including the ability to set goals, plan tasks, manage resources, and ensure timely completion of deliverables.
• Technical Skills: Strong working knowledge of manufacturing processes, materials, quality control protocols, and 3D modeling software (CAD). Experience with report writing programs and other relevant engineering software tools is also necessary.
• Communication and Problem-Solving Skills: Excellent communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate customer requirements into practical product designs and solve complex engineering problems.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift 15 pounds.
• Must be able to travel.