Implus · 1 day ago
Product Validation Engineer
Carlsbad, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$80K/yr - $100K/yr
2+ years expImplus Footcare, LLC is an industry-leading global consumer packaged goods company seeking a Product Validation Engineer to support the development of fitness and training products. The role involves testing, evaluation, and validation of new products, ensuring they meet performance and quality expectations while collaborating with design and engineering teams.
Consumer GoodsE-CommerceLifestyleManufacturing
Responsibilities
Build, modify, and maintain custom test equipment in our shop, including cycle rigs, tensile fixtures, and durability jigs
Plan, set up, and execute mechanical, durability, and functional tests for soft and hard goods
Evaluate, measure, and test prototypes, PPAP samples, and pre-production builds for fit, materials, and performance
Conduct hands-on field testing with athletes and consumers to assess real-world performance, durability, and usability
Analyze measurements and test data to identify trends and failure modes, and provide clear, actionable recommendations to Product Development and Engineering
Document test methods, results, and validation findings, and create QC inspection criteria used during mass production
Continuously improve test methods, fixtures, and validation approaches based on product learnings and field feedback
Collaborate with Product Development, Engineering, Quality, and Sourcing teams to identify and reduce risk early in development
Support DFMEA activities to proactively address potential product weaknesses
Benchmark competitor products and help define performance and durability standards
Partner with Quality and Engineering teams to support corrective and preventive actions (CAPAs) when issues are identified
Review customer feedback and marketplace complaints to assess potential quality concerns
Coordinate with Compliance to support required testing to standards such as REACH, UL, Prop 65, and CPSIA
Review vendor mass-production inspection reports to support purchase order (PO) shipment approvals
Qualification
Required
2 to 5 years of experience in product validation, engineering testing, or R&D
Hands-on experience with tensile testers, force gauges, torque tools, and mechanical testing equipment
Ability to design and build custom test fixtures and jigs
Experience developing validation protocols and test methods
Ability to interpret engineering drawings and specifications
Strong technical writing and reporting skills
Strong communication and collaboration skills
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Product Engineering, or a related technical field. Equivalent professional experience may also be considered
Preferred
Experience with both soft goods and hard goods
Knowledge of DFMEA, DVP&R, or validation frameworks
Familiarity with ISO 9001, Six Sigma, or similar systems
Experience with consumer safety standards such as CPSC and Prop 65
Passion for sports, fitness, or performance products
Company
Implus
Implus has evolved to become an innovative manufacturer of consumer goods and accessories.
501-1000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2020 (2)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknownKey Investors
Berkshire Partners
2015-04-30Series Unknown
2011-11-01Acquired
Leadership Team
Alex Baker
Chief Operations Officer
Drew Davies
Chief Commercial Officer (CCO)
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