Job Description

Craft Your Career with BrassCraft Manufacturing Company!

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Sr. Product Design Engineer leads the development of new and improved products from concept through production launch. Reporting directly to the VP of Engineering and Product Management, this role plays a key part in driving innovation across the product portfolio. This role collaborates closely with Product Management, Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality Assurance, Suppliers, and Customer service to deliver solutions that meet customer, quality, cost, and compliance requirements. They also support product lifecycle activities, drive product improvements, and resolve quality concerns across new and existing plumbing and gas-related products.

This is a hybrid role requiring three days per week in the office, subject to change based on company needs.

PRINCIPAL FUNCTIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead the building and development of new and enhanced customer‑focused products from initial idea to production launch.

• Own product development activities including design, prototyping, testing, verification, validation, and certification in alignment with quality and design control requirements.

• Develop and support test plans methods and review results to confirm product performance and compliance.

• Partner with Manufacturing Engineering and Suppliers to architect manufacturable designs, participate in supplier reviews, and support smooth transitions to production.

• Manage development activities and drawing/print support throughout the product development cycle.

• Support both newly introduced and current products through launch coordination, documentation, quality issue resolution, product improvements, and opportunities for cost savings.

• Provide advanced technical expertise for assigned product areas, supporting customer inquiries, internal training, and developing user documentation and presentations.

• Leverage sales feedback, market insights, and customer voice to identify unmet needs, drive meaningful product innovation, and shape the long‑term product roadmap.

• Monitor emerging technologies, competitive trends, and evolving industry standards, leveraging insights to drive innovation, inform design decisions, and strengthen the product portfolio’s competitive position.

• Present complex technical concepts and project status updates to senior management and other key stakeholders, providing clear recommendations, risk assessments, and data‑driven insights

• Travel approximately 10–15%, including visits to suppliers, manufacturing sites, customers, or industry events

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or a related field

• 10 years of experience supporting product development projects

• Advanced mechanical design experience, including CAD modeling, GD&T, tolerance analysis, simulation, prototyping and should cost analysis.

• Hands‑on experience with product verification and validation, test methods, and structured experimentation.

• Experience using quality assurance and reliability tools, DFMEA/DFMEA, manufacturing processes, and ISO‑based quality systems.

• Familiarity with plumbing industry standards and regulations, proficiency with engineering documentation tools, and experience in partnering with various teams with occasional travel.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

COMPETENCIES:

• Effective organizational and prioritization skills, with attention to detail and sound technical judgment.

• Solid understanding of machining, molding, and assembly manufacturing processes.

• Demonstrates ability to proactively problem-solve and respond to challenges with urgency.

• Clear written and verbal communication skills, with a collaborative, team‑oriented approach to learning and execution.

ABOUT US

BrassCraft Manufacturing Company is a leading manufacturer and distributor of high-quality water and gas flow control products, plumbing service, and repair parts for the new construction and repair/remodel markets. Headquartered in Novi, Michigan, BrassCraft supports a wide array of channel partners including wholesalers, retailers, and specialty dealers, who serve residential and commercial markets across the Americas. BrassCraft has set the plumbing standard for 70+ years, with industry leading brands including BrassCraft® and Plumbshop®

BrassCraft (the “Company”) is an equal opportunity employer, and we want to have the best available persons in every job. The Company makes employment decisions only based on merit. It is the Company’s policy to prohibit discrimination in any employment opportunity (including but not limited to recruitment, employment, promotion, salary increases, benefits, termination and all other terms and conditions of employment) based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, pregnancy, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, physical/mental disability, medical condition, marital/domestic partner status, military and veteran status, height, weight or any other such characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. The Company is committed to complying with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities. This commitment applies to all persons involved in the operations of the Company regardless of where the employee is located and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee of the Company.

BrassCraft is an E-Verify employer.

Company: BrassCraft Manufacturing

Full time

Hiring Range: $103,700.00 - $163,020.00 USD

Actual compensation may vary based on various factors including experience, education, geographic location, and/or skills.

Brasscraft (the “Company”) is an equal opportunity employer and we strive to employ the most qualified individuals for every position. The Company makes employment decisions only based on merit. It is the Company’s policy to prohibit discrimination in any employment opportunity (including but not limited to recruitment, employment, promotion, salary increases, benefits, termination and all other terms and conditions of employment) based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, pregnancy, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, physical/mental disability, medical condition, marital/domestic partner status, military and veteran status, height, weight or any other such characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. The Company is committed to complying with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities. This commitment applies to all people involved in the operations of the Company regardless of where the employee is located and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee of the Company.

Brasscraft is an E-Verify employer. E-Verify is an Internet based system operated by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in partnership with the Social Security Administration (SSA) that allows participating employers to electronically verify the employment eligibility of their newly hired employees in the United States. Please click on the following links for more information.

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