Product Design R&D Engineer II

Responsibilities

• Lead design enhancements and product line extensions within assigned platforms (e.g., A-Series, 200 Series)
• Translate product requirements into robust, manufacturable solutions with minimal supervision
• Proactively identify design risks and drive mitigation strategies early in the development process
• Serve as a primary engineering liaison to the Menomonie plant for assigned products and projects
• Ensure design changes are production-ready and aligned with tooling, processes, and plant capability
• Lead implementation of product and process changes, including pilots, validation, and production ramp-up
• Lead and influence cross-functional teams including operations, quality, supply chain, and suppliers
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to less experienced engineers
• Effectively communicate risks, trade-offs, and recommendations to stakeholders and leadership
• Analyze engineering and production data to support design decisions and continuous improvement
• Develop and execute validation plans, including testing, DOE (Design of Experiments), and capability studies
• Support material qualification, supplier changes, and product certification requirements
• Create and present reports summarizing technical analysis and business viability to varied audiences

Qualifications

• Must Have:
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Manufacturing, Materials, related field, or equivalent practical experience)
• 3–7 years of engineering experience in a manufacturing or product development environment
• Experience as a design engineer on a cross-functional engineering team
• Strong aptitude for process improvement, problem solving, technical execution, and project management
• Experience delivering products from ideation through commercialization using a gated design review process
• Nice To Have:
• Experience with window/fenestration products or similar engineered systems
• Knowledge of PDP / stage-gate product development processes
• Experience with statistical tools, DOE, and data analysis
• Experience with Autodesk, FEA, MS Office, BAAN, and MES

Key Competencies

• Strong technical problem-solving and analytical capability
• Solid understanding of manufacturing processes and constraints
• Effective communication and decision-making skills
• Continuous improvement and ownership mindset

Expected Impact

• Independently leads scoped projects and design improvements
• Drives resolution of complex technical issues with minimal oversight
• Improves product manufacturability and plant performance
• Contributes to faster, more efficient product development cycles
• Builds capability within the team through mentorship and knowledge sharing

Pay Range

$90,039.00 - $139,561.00

Culture & Benefits

At Andersen, we believe our people are at the heart of everything we do. Every day, their talent, dedication and passion enables us to be the most trusted window & door company. To support our employees, we provide a comprehensive Total Rewards Package – a thoughtful combination of pay and benefits that reflects our commitment to investing in each team member’s wellbeing and success. While specific benefits may vary by position or location, we’re proud to offer a comprehensive Total Rewards Package designed to support your well-being, growth, and future. Our benefits include: 401 (k) Plan, Employer Fixed Contributions & Company Matching Profit Sharing*, Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage*, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*, Health Savings Account (HSA) and Health Reimbursement Account (HRA), Life Insurance, Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays, Paid Maternity Leave & Paid Parental Leave*

PROFIT SHARING: In 2026 Andersen has set a profit-sharing target of $3,600 per eligible employee, prorated as appropriate. Profit Sharing will be paid out in quarterly installments to provide eligible employees with payments throughout the year, with payment amounts tied to quarterly operating profit performance.

EEOC EMPLOYER: Andersen is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, disability, marital status, national origin, citizenship, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Andersen Corporation will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of all applicable federal, state and local laws.

We look forward to seeing how your unique skills, background and experiences will inspire our team and help us continue to be the leader we are today.