Senior Project Engineer New Product Development

Shape the Future of Innovation!

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, were looking for a Senior Project Engineer to join our global New Product Development (NPD) team.

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

Lead and Inspire Teams:

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

Drive New Product Development:

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

Support Production Launches:

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

Education:

• Bachelors degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering or related field.

Experience:

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

Technical Proficiency:

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

Soft Skills:

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

Other Requirements:

• Ability to travel internationally 24 times per year to support project needs.

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

Benefits:

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

Health & Dental Insurance

Company paid Life Insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off benefits

Product discounts

Wellness programs