Sr. Product Development Engineer Direct Hire Placement Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Salary Range: $110,000 - $125,000 / Year
Travel: Domestic and international travel required
Hillsboro, OR
About the Role: We are seeking an experienced Senior Product Development Engineer with expertise in industrial knitting and a passion for textile innovation to lead the development of advanced 3D-knitted products. This role will focus on applying cutting-edge 3D knitting technology to the design and manufacturing of next-generation heating products.
Based in Hillsboro, Oregon, this position offers a unique opportunity to apply specialized textile engineering knowledge to innovative product development. The ideal candidate will bring hands-on experience with industrial knitting technology, a strong understanding of textile manufacturing processes, and the ability to solve complex technical challenges while collaborating with cross-functional teams across multiple locations.
Key Responsibilities: - Lead the design, programming, and development of textiles using advanced 3D knitting techniques to manufacture complex heating products.
- Collaborate with product development teams across domestic and international locations to support project goals, coordinate development efforts, and ensure alignment throughout the product development process.
- Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to knitting machine performance, programming, and textile output while maintaining high standards for product quality and manufacturing efficiency.
- Develop and optimize knitting patterns and processes to translate complex three-dimensional shapes into functional textile products.
- Adapt and refine knitting technologies to support new product applications and overcome unique manufacturing challenges.
- Support the implementation and expansion of 3D knitting capabilities across global manufacturing locations.
Required Qualifications: - Demonstrated ability to work creatively and effectively in a fast-paced, technically challenging environment.
- Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills, with the ability to adapt knitting technology to specialized product applications.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across multiple departments and geographic locations.
- Ability to manage complex product development challenges while maintaining a focus on quality, efficiency, and project objectives.
Preferred Qualifications: - Five or more years of experience in advanced knitting, with a strong background in textile manufacturing.
- Hands-on experience programming, operating, and troubleshooting 3D knitting machines.
- Strong understanding of industrial knitting processes, textile structures, and knitting pattern development.
- Experience in technical textiles, product development, or industrial manufacturing environments.
- Experience collaborating with international teams or supporting manufacturing process implementation across multiple sites.
Travel Requirements: Initial domestic and international travel will be required to collaborate with product development teams in St. Louis, Missouri, and Querétaro, Mexico. Additional travel may be necessary to support the implementation and expansion of 3D knitting capabilities at other global locations.
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