Save Job Back to Search Job Description Summary Similar JobsEmployee-owned company with significant long-term wealth potentialHigh-impact role shaping future products and business strategyAbout Our ClientOur client is a well-established, employee-owned manufacturer serving customers globally through innovative engineering solutions and a commitment to operational excellence. The company maintains a strong reputation for product quality, continuous improvement, and customer responsiveness while supporting a growing international footprint.With a collaborative culture and entrepreneurial mindset, the organization offers employees an opportunity to influence business decisions, contribute directly to innovation efforts, and participate in long-term value creation through employee ownership. The business continues to invest in growth, new technologies, and future product development initiatives.Job DescriptionLead new product development initiatives from concept through commercializationResearch emerging technologies, market trends, and customer needsParticipate in customer meetings, trade shows, conferences, and industry eventsEvaluate manufacturability, performance, scalability, and cost considerationsCollaborate with engineering, operations, quality, and commercial teamsDevelop innovative solutions that align with strategic growth objectivesPresent recommendations and product opportunities to leadershipMPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.The Successful ApplicantBachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Optical/Photonics Engineering, Illuminating Engineering, or a related field5+ years of experience in R&D, product development, innovation engineering, or product designExperience bringing products from concept through commercializationStrong understanding of Design for Manufacturing (DFM)Experience with 3D CAD tools (SolidWorks preferred)Excellent project management and communication skillsCustomer-facing experience and strong business acumenWhat's on OfferBase salary: $135,000-$150,000Quarterly performance-based bonus opportunitiesYear-end bonus potentialMedical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance401(k) with company matchEmployee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)Paid time off and paid volunteer timeCompany shutdown between Christmas and New Year'sIf you're passionate about innovation, product commercialization, and influencing future business strategy, we'd love to connect.The salary range for this role is $135,000 -$150,000. This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee's position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, any collective bargaining agreements, and business or organizational needs.The successful candidate may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus.We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including Paid Time Off, medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k), life and AD&D insurance, and short- and long-term disability coverage to eligible employees.ContactEvalee TorresQuote job refJN-092026-7112481Job summarySectorEngineering & ManufacturingSub SectorEngineering Design and R&DIndustryIndustrial / ManufacturingWhereIrvineContract TypePermanentConsultant nameEvalee TorresJob ReferenceJN-092026-7112481
