Product Design Lead

This role is located in Warroad, MN. Relocation assistance is available, including movement of household goods, temporary housing, and a dedicated relocation counselor.

About the role

Oversee and supervise R&D team members involved in researching and developing new product designs, improving existing designs, or establishing best practices. Provide technical guidance, leadership, and support to meet project cost, schedule, and performance goals while effectively communicating progress to department and senior leadership.

Responsibilities

• Manage product design activities and schedules, including product development, continuous improvement, and research projects.
• Employ project management skills to ensure successful project completion.
• Lead research, development, verification, and validation of new product designs.
• Guide design teams to meet project scope and performance requirements.
• Identify and mitigate project risks.
• Supervise product design team members, including conducting performance reviews and partnering with management on disciplinary actions.
• Mentor team members to enhance their design knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Oversee training and development of team members.
• Communicate product design schedules, status, and risks to peers, department leadership, and senior leadership.
• Guide and influence cross-functional collaboration with operations, materials, marketing, sales, support, and project managers to achieve project goals.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (B.S.) or equivalent; Master’s degree (M.S.) or advanced degree preferred.
• 4+ years of engineering design and development experience with a proven track record on complex product development and continuous improvement projects.
• Experience in design and/or manufacturing processes.
• Working knowledge of 2D and 3D modeling software (Inventor preferred) and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Demonstrated success in leading and developing team members, project management, and business or operational systems.

Skills

• Positive demeanor with strong mentoring and team interaction abilities.
• Efficient in leveraging resources from cross-functional groups.

Benefits

• $300 annual wellbeing account for health and happiness-related expenses.
• Better Living Day: a paid day off for personal enjoyment.
• Annual profit sharing to recognize contributions to Marvin’s success.
• Organized volunteer opportunities through Giving at Marvin.
• Brighter Days Fund: financial support from colleagues and the Marvin family during personal hardships.
• Health insurance, paid holidays, paid parental leave, and a 401(k) retirement savings match starting on day one.

Pay

$91,000 - $121,000 annually.