[Remote] Product Development Engineer

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Bunzl Distribution NA is a global leader in various industries including Cleaning & Hygiene and Food Processing. They are seeking a New Product Introduction Engineer to lead the commercialization of innovative products by collaborating with multiple departments and ensuring efficient product launches.

Responsibilities

• Own the New Product Introduction (NPI) process from engineering handoff through production release
• Coordinate first article inspections with contract manufacturing partners
• Serve as the technical liaison between Product Development and suppliers during product launches
• Review engineering drawings and provide technical support on manufacturability questions
• Lead cross-functional launch activities with Engineering, Procurement, Finance, Transportation, Marketing, and Quality
• Create and maintain new product data, item masters, and Bills of Materials (BOMs) within the ERP system
• Coordinate product cost information, landed costs, and launch readiness across departments
• Support supplier qualification and production readiness activities
• Maintain standardized launch documentation, project timelines, and NPI processes
• Identify opportunities to improve launch efficiency and product commercialization processes
• Travel domestically and internationally as needed to support supplier and customer activities

Skills

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related technical discipline
• 3–7 years of experience in product development, manufacturing engineering, supply chain engineering, or New Product Introduction
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and GD&T
• Experience working with contract manufacturers or supplier partners
• Strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Excellent communication skills with experience collaborating across cross-functional and global teams
• Experience with ERP systems such as Microsoft Dynamics GP or similar
• Willingness to travel approximately 5–10 times per year
• Experience with BOM creation, product setup, and engineering change processes
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes, supplier development, or product commercialization

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance available to employees and eligible dependents starting the first day of the month after 30 days of employment (unless otherwise specified by a collective bargaining agreement).
• 401(k) retirement plan with a generous company match of $0.75 per $1.00 contributed, up to 6% of eligible pay, available after 30 days.
• Paid time off, including (Pro-rated based on hire date):
• 10 vacation days and 2 personal days annually (prorated in the first year based on hire date).
• 40 hours sick for exempt | 56 hours sick for non-exempt per year, in accordance with Washington State law.
• 6 paid national holidays and 2 floating holidays
• Any leave required under federal, state, or local law, as applicable, such as leave under the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act
• Bunzl Distribution offers competitive salaries, a comfortable work environment, and a full range of benefits including a 401k with a company match.

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