Product Development Engineer

Who We Are… 

At Fenner Precision Polymers, a Michelin Group company, we’re committed to delivering high-performance solutions that power critical applications across industries. Our culture is built on safety, innovation, continuous improvement, and a shared dedication to excellence. We value teamwork, adaptability, and a positive work environment where every employee plays a vital role in our success.

What We Offer… 

At Fenner, you’re more than just an employee, you’re part of a global team that values your voice, supports your growth, and celebrates your contributions. We offer:

• Competitive pay with shift differentials and bonuses
• Day-one Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• 401(k) match immediately vested with the company
• 100% Paid Parental Leave
• Michelin Stock Purchase Program

Michelin Tire Rebate Program

• Career Development in a Global Organization
• A Culture Built on Trust, Respect, and Empowerment

Be part of a company that values your contribution and invests in your future

What we’re looking for…

As a key member of our Product Development team, you will:

• Design new products and manage the life cycle of existing components to meet customer and manufacturability requirements
• Lead and support new product development initiatives for assigned product groups
• Collaborate with Applications Engineers to interpret customer requirements and critical dimensions
• Communicate technical specifications to suppliers through drawings and discussions
• Provide engineering support for supplier qualifications and transitions from purchased to in-house manufactured items
• Respond promptly to customer requests and lead approved projects through development
• Coordinate with suppliers, manufacturing, engineering, and production to ensure manufacturability
• Interface professionally with customers and suppliers, including travel to resolve design or quality issues
• Work with Quality to define inspection dimensions and best practices
• Perform product testing and simulation modeling to ensure compliance with quality and regulatory standards (e.g., REACH, RoHS, FDA)
• Collaborate with Lab and Manufacturing teams to ensure new designs meet production needs
• Manage product documentation including drawings, BOMs, routings, and revision control
• Maintain drawing database and ensure buyers and suppliers have current revisions
• Initiate and lead Engineering Change Requests (ECRs) related to design, quality, and customer feedback
• Provide costing information to support Accounting and Product Management
• Communicate effectively across departments and participate in cross-functional project teams

• Promoting and upholding Fenner Precision Polymers’ Values and Behaviors always.

What We’re Looking For…

We’re seeking a proactive, safety-conscious team player who:

• Has a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field
• Has strong experience in product design, development, and lifecycle management
• Understands engineering principles, manufacturing processes, and regulatory compliance
• Can interpret customer requirements and translate them into manufacturable designs
• Communicate effectively with internal teams, suppliers, and customers
• Is skilled in simulation modeling, product testing, and documentation management
• It is detail-oriented and capable of managing revision control and drawing databases
• It is comfortable leading Engineering Change Requests and supporting costing efforts
• Is willing to travel domestically and internationally to support product and supplier needs
• Demonstrates a commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement
• Actively promotes company values and adheres to EHS policies and procedures

Ready to Take the Next Step in Your Career? 

Apply today and become part of a team that’s manufacturing more than products