Leggett & Platt · 1 hour ago
Product Development Engineer
Grand Rapids, MI
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
5+ years expLeggett & Platt Inc. is North America’s leading independent manufacturer of office furniture components and mechanisms. They are seeking a Product Development Engineer to support their Work Furniture business by focusing on mechanical design, product improvements, and documentation while collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive revenue growth through innovative product launches.
FurnitureManufacturingProduct Design
Responsibilities
Designing and detailing new products and modifications to meet technical, safety, and customer specifications
Executing product development steps using SolidWorks and other CAD tools
Supporting prototyping and validation processes
Researching and integrating new technologies, equipment, and processes
Collaborating with cross-functional teams including R&D, manufacturing, sales, and external suppliers
Solving complex engineering challenges with creativity and precision
10% domestic and international travel required
Qualification
Required
5+ years of design experience, ideally in furniture, machine or product design
Proficiency in CAD (SolidWorks preferred), drawing creation, and FEA
Practical experience in a manufacturing environment
Strong communication, organizational, and project management skills
10% domestic and international travel required
Preferred
Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field (preferred)
Experience designing consumer products
Demonstrated innovation and a drive for continuous learning
Analytical problem-solving skills and a sense of urgency
Ability to prioritize tasks and clearly communicate technical concepts
Company
Leggett & Platt
Leggett & Plat, which pioneered sleep technology when it introduced its bedspring more than 125 years ago.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2024-03-25Post Ipo Debt
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Leadership Team
Dennis Park
Sr. Vice President
Scott Douglas
Senior Vice President - General Counsel & Secretary
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