Product Engineer Domestic Case Goods

About the role

The Product Engineer – Domestic Case Goods is responsible for full product engineering ownership throughout the entire lifecycle, from initial “GO” status through discontinuation. This role translates design concepts into fully engineered products by developing detailed drawings, mock-ups, bills of materials (BOMs), and production documentation. The Product Engineer ensures product performance aligns with cost, quality, and efficiency targets while driving continuous improvement initiatives across the product lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Own the end-to-end engineering process for domestic case goods products, from concept through production and discontinuation
• Create and maintain detailed engineering drawings, solid models, and product specifications based on design concepts or preliminary drafts
• Create and manage Engineering Introduction Orders (EIOs), Bills of Materials (BOMs), and all supporting engineering documentation
• Avoid inaccuracies in all product components by focusing on cost efficiency and manufacturability
• Participate in mock-ups, first builds, and initial production runs; validate compliance with fabrication and assembly standards and implement necessary revisions
• Analyze product margins and identify cost reduction opportunities; present recommendations to leadership
• Identify and troubleshoot design and engineering issues, identifying root causes related to fabrication or assembly challenges
• Systems & Data Management
• Create and maintain Material Requirements Planning (MRP) data within Infor and other systems
• Manage engineering revisions through workflow tools and the Engineering Change Order (ECO) process to minimize disruption to manufacturing
• Maintain accuracy and completeness of all engineering records, including BOMs, drawings, and customer service documentation
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, including ASTM and CPSC testing standards, prior to first production
• Collaboration & Communication
• Partner cross-functionally with Product Development, Design, Manufacturing, Fabrication, Assembly, Quality, and Purchasing teams
• Participate in meetings to provide technical insights, procedural guidance, and engineering solutions to improve processes and product performance
• Communicate specifications and technical requirements to internal teams and external partners as needed
• Continuous Improvement & Development
• Lead and support product improvement initiatives, product testing, and standardization of components, tooling, and processes
• Stay current with engineering technologies, software updates, and manufacturing methodologies
• Provide training and guidance to team members and cross-functional partners on engineering processes and systems

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field preferred
• 0-2 years of experience in furniture manufacturing or case goods engineering strongly preferred
• Proficiency in CAD software and MRP/ERP systems (Infor experience a plus)
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and cross-functional collaboration skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects with limited supervision

Additional Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date product knowledge data, customer instructions, and engineering documentation across systems (e.g., AIS, SharePoint)
• Support departmental initiatives, training, and knowledge sharing; serve as a backup resource when needed
• Demonstrate company core values in all job functions
• Perform other duties and special projects as assigned