Product Development Engineer

Job Title: Product Development Engineer

Schedule: Full Time

• Exempt

Compensation: $70,000.00-$90,000.00 DOE

Location: Export PA

JOB SUMMARY

Are you interested in joining a Company built for auto enthusiasts by auto enthusiasts? Bring your engineering experience, desire to be part of a fast-growing hard-working team to APG at one of our fastest growing divisions, PRL Motorsports. The Product Development Engineer is responsible for researching, planning, and designing mechanical products, systems, and accessories related to automotive applications in the Performance market segment.

PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Researching, designing, developing, and producing vehicles and components

• Preparing cost estimates, design specifications, plans and drawings

• Analyzing energy, environmental, and safety aspects of the planned project

• Predicting vehicle or component behavior under different conditions using computerized models

• Developing testing procedures

• Investigating product failures

• Analyzing, interpreting, and condensing technical data into reports or presentations

• Supervise technical staff

• Work closely with other types of engineers, such as civil, electrical, aerospace, chemical, and industrial; work with other internal departments such as Marketing and Legal

• Other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering plus 2+ years mechanical engineering experience utilizing CAD (Solidworks) (preferred)
• Associates of Science/Technology in Mechanical Engineering OR equivalent combination of experience and education within the automotive industry.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Experience working for a start-up/small company's engineering department is a plus

• Experience working on automobiles and having extensive knowledge of aftermarket parts is required. Must also be proficient at working on cars and feel comfortable being in a shop environment

• Designing and working with metal fabrication is strongly desired: Sheetmetal, Tubing, welding, etc.

• Experience working with vendors, negotiating pricing, and seeking out new manufacturing partners strongly desired

• Able to lift 50+lbs, and be able to efficiently and competently take apart and re-assemble vehicles.

BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES

• Strong organizational and prioritization skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Excellent oral and written communication skills

• Strong attention to detail with focus on accuracy.

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES

Proficiency with SolidWorks software and reverse engineering software PolyWorks experience (preferred).

We offer a full benefits package for eligible employees including:

• Medical, dental, and health insurance

• 401k with company match & immediate vesting

• PTO (Paid Time Off)

• Short term and Long-Term Disability

• Life Insurance and more!

Aftermarket Performance Group (APG) is a fast-growing leader in the automotive enthusiast industry. The company is divided into two divisions

• Truck and Off-road and Automotive. The Truck and Off-road division focus on the wholesale distribution and direct-to-consumer segments within diesel performance (Premier Performance Products, Truck Tech), Jeep and Off-road (Northridge4x4), Off-road Truck (Stage 3 Motorsports, TrailRecon, PRL Motorsports, Adams Driveshaft), and Manufacturing/Proprietary Brands (Grimm Off-road). The Automotive division includes Wholesale (Launch Distribution), compact performance (RallySport Direct, SubiSpeed, FTSpeed) and Manufacturing/Proprietary Brands.

Candidates must pass a pre-employment background check, and a drug test where applicable, for safety related positions upon hire (please note, not all charges disqualify you from employment). If this is a accounting position you need to add in pass a credit check / or if it is for a driving position you need to add in MVR check

APG is an equal opportunity employer. This job description is subject to change without notice. This description is intended to explain the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an entire list of all activities, tasks and skills required of people in this position.