Senior Product Engineer

About the position

The Senior Product Engineer is a technical leader responsible for driving innovation, standardization, and continuous improvement in the design and manufacture of hollow metal doors and frames. This position combines deep technical expertise, cross-functional leadership, and strategic project execution to ensure products are high-quality, compliant, and cost-effective. You will also lead the design, development, and implementation of new hollow metal door and frame products, enhance existing product lines through cost reductions, improved manufacturability, and design standardization, and champion innovation and drive continuous improvement in product development.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and implementation of new hollow metal door and frame products.
• Enhance existing product lines through cost reductions, improved manufacturability, and design standardization.
• Champion innovation and drive continuous improvement in product development.
• Serve as the subject matter expert on all relevant industry codes and compliance standards.
• Coordinate and maintain third-party certifications with bodies like UL, Intertek and SDI.
• Conduct advanced engineering analyses and validation testing to ensure robust, code-compliant designs.
• Provide technical leadership in process troubleshooting and tooling/fixture development.
• Work closely with manufacturing teams to resolve production issues and optimize processes.
• Support feasibility analysis for custom orders and ensure compliance with specifications.
• Collaborate with Quality, Procurement, OE, Customer Service, and other teams to support product lifecycle.
• Serve as an engineering liaison in customer meetings, site visits, and project reviews as needed.
• Mentor junior engineers and lead VA/VE, problem-solving, and best practice initiatives.
• Actively lead or support Lean/Six Sigma projects focused on cost savings and efficiency.
• Drive data-based decision-making and continuous process refinement.
• Promote a safe, respectful, and compliant work environment in alignment with the ASSA ABLOY Code of Conduct and Health & Safety Policy.
• Some overnight travel may be required.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• BS degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Product Design Engineering) preferred.
• Minimum 5+ years of progressive experience in sheet metal product design, fabrication, and manufacturing support.
• Direct experience in hollow metal doors and frames strongly preferred.
• Advanced knowledge of metal forming, sheet metal fabrication, welding, and assembly processes.
• Proven expertise with industry codes and compliance standards (UL, Intertek, SDI, NFPA, ASTM, ADA).
• Proficient in engineering analysis and testing (FEA, DFMEA, PFMEA, validation).
• Mastery of CAD tools (AutoCAD & SolidWorks 3D CAD).
• Experience maintaining and managing third-party certifications.
• Skilled in Lean, Six Sigma, and other continuous improvement methodologies.
• Strong project management abilities and experience leading cross-functional initiatives.
• Effective communicator with strong presentation skills for leadership and customers.
• Ability to mentor junior engineers and promote engineering best practices.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Short and Long-term Disability, Life and AD&D Insurance, Flexible Spending, Employee Assistance Program, discount portal, recognition and well-being programs.
• Paid Vacation, Sick Time, and 12 paid Company Holidays.
• Tuition Reimbursement, Learning and Career Development opportunities.
• Competitive Salary.