Senior New Product Development Engineer

Description & Requirements

RENEWAL BY ANDERSEN SUMMARY:

Renewal by Andersen is a pioneer in the window and door industry, and innovation is a huge part of who we are. Renewal by Andersen Signature Service combines the perfect combination of the best people in the industry, a superior process, and an exclusive product. As such, we take great care in building a team of skilled, passionate Difference Makers, caring for our team members’ personal and professional growth, and celebrating our differences. We are committed to an inclusive workplace where all people feel respected, valued, and driven to realize their full potential. We always have opportunities for our team members to give back to the causes they’re most passionate about, and as an Energy Star Partner of the Year for many years, Renewal by Andersen is committed to environmental health and sustainability. If you want to be a Difference Maker, Renewal by Andersen is the place for you.

POSITION SUMMARY:

There has never been a more exciting time to work in research and development at Andersen. This engineer will be an integral member of the New Product Development team. The purpose of this role is to develop new products and services via Stage-Gate product development processes.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Designs, plans, collects, analyzes, and reports on experimental studies and/or new product concepts/ideas.
• Applies engineering rigor to product designs; ensuring the product will meet performance expectations and delight customers.
• Shows independent creativity and initiative for business and organizational contributions
• Drives discussions and decisions on overall project objectives with managers and other functional leaders.
• Plan, coordinate, and lead activities on technically challenging assignments
• Develop multiple concepts related to meeting a customer need
• Evaluate and recommend engineering and design solutions
• Create and present reports summarizing technical analysis and business viability to varied audiences
• Maintain primary technical communication responsibility, lead tactical discussions, and effectively communicate with all levels of internal and external customers and staff.
  
  

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:

MUST-HAVE QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering
• Experience as a design engineer on a cross-functional engineering team
• Strong aptitude for process improvement, problem solving, technical execution, and project management
• Experience delivering products from ideation through commercialization using a gated design review process
• 7-15 years engineering or technical experience
• CAD experience required
  
  

NICE-TO-HAVE QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experienced knowledge of lean, manufacturing, design, and quality systems
• Demonstrated ability with dimensional engineering and tolerance/variation analysis
• Experience as a design or project lead on a cross-functional engineering team
• Experience with Autodesk, FEA, MS Office, BAAN, and MES
  
  

COMPENSATION: Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to work experience, education, geographic location, certifications, etc. Your recruiter can share more about the specific compensation package for your preferred role during the hiring process. Successful candidates in this role are expected to earn $99,216 - $153,784.

CULTURE AND BENEFITS:

Who we are is not just what we do but why we do it. Ultimately, we do what we do to make a difference. Renewal by Andersen is united by a goal to make a difference in the lives of our homeowners, our colleagues, our families and our communities. Our team members have a passion for what we do and are empowered to exceed expectations and deliver delight not just at work, but in our communities. Our teams across North America invest in all those they interact with because Renewal Cares. It's who we are; we are one network of Difference Makers.

Benefits include, and are not limited to:

• 401 (k) Plan, Employer Fixed Contributions & Company Matching
• Profit Sharing
• Medical, dental, prescription, vision coverage
• Tax-advantaged accounts for healthcare expenses
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays
• Paid Maternity Leave & Paid Parental Leave
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Career Growth Planning & Nationwide Career Opportunities
  
  

PROFIT SHARING: In 2025 Andersen has set a profit sharing target of $3,500 per eligible employee, prorated as appropriate. Profit sharing will be paid out in quarterly installments to provide eligible employees with payments throughout the year, with payment amounts tied to quarterly operating profit performance.

VISA SPONSORSHIP: At this time, we are not sponsoring candidates for work authorization in this position. Should you independently secure work authorization, please consider applying to this position.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: Andersen Corporation is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, disability, marital status, national origin, citizenship, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law. Andersen Corporation will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of all applicable federal, state and local laws.

If you need a reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, participate in a job interview, or engage in any part of the hiring process, please contact HRCompliance@andersencorp.com.

We look forward to seeing how your unique skills, background and experience will inspire our team and help us continue to be the leader we are today.

Posting City:

Cottage Grove, MN