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Senior Project Engineer - New Product Development

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Shape the Future of Innovation!

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Are you a seasoned engineer with a passion for mechanical design and a track record of leading complex projects to success? Do you excel at guiding cross-functional teams and developing groundbreaking products? At Johnson Health Tech, we’re looking for a Senior Project Engineer to join our global New Product Development (NPD) team.

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In this high-impact role, you’ll serve as the technical leader and key liaison between Product Marketing, Factory-located Engineering, and Factory Manufacturing. From concept to production, you’ll drive projects that set the standard for quality and innovation in the industry.

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What You’ll Do:
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Lead and Inspire Teams:

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  • Oversee and manage global, cross-functional project teams to deliver on design, quality, and schedule goals.
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  • Serve as the technical authority, translating customer needs into engineering specifications and ensuring seamless execution.
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  • Mentor design engineers and mechanical designers, fostering innovation and professional growth.
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  • Act as the central communicator between North American marketing teams and Asia-based engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams.
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Drive New Product Development:

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  • Independently manage the entire NPD lifecycle for multiple projects, delivering innovative solutions to complex challenges.
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  • Facilitate project meetings, set priorities, and host technical design reviews to ensure alignment and progress.
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  • Develop and execute rigorous testing protocols, including strength and fatigue analysis, to validate designs.
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  • Guide overall engineering design while collaborating with factory engineers on detailed CAD models and drawings.
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  • Emphasize continuous improvement, value engineering, and design for manufacturability to exceed customer expectations.
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Support Production Launches:

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  • Evaluate quality and inspection data, review product samples, and refine designs to optimize cost and efficiency.
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  • Troubleshoot challenges during product transitions to mass production, ensuring smooth implementation.
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  • Create functional requirements, develop test plans, and train Asia-based teams on new design elements.
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Education:

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  • Bachelor’s degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
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Experience:

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  • 6+ years of design experience, ideally in consumer products.
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  • Proven track record in Project Engineering or Project Management.
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  • Expertise in designing components for diverse manufacturing processes, including plastics, sheet metal, casting, machining, and welding.
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Technical Proficiency:

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  • Advanced skills in 3D CAD (SolidWorks ) and related analysis tools.
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  • A strong mechanical background, demonstrated through professional achievements or personal projects.
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Soft Skills:

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  • Strategic thinker with excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
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  • Exceptional communication skills, adept at working across diverse teams and time zones.
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  • A collaborative mindset with a focus on driving results.
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Other Requirements:

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  • Ability to travel internationally 2–4 times per year to support project needs.
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Why Join Us? n

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  • Be part of a global team that creates products loved by customers worldwide.
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  • Collaborate with passionate, innovative professionals who value teamwork and growth.
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  • Gain exposure to diverse markets, technologies, and cultures while shaping the future of our products!
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Benefits:

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We offer an excellent compensation package and team-oriented work environment with growth opportunities. Some of our outstanding benefits include:

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· Health & Dental Insurance

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· Company paid Life Insurance

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· 401(k)

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· Paid Time Off benefits

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· Product discounts

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· Wellness programs

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