Product Development Engineer

Search conducted by The Ranger Group – Engineering Solutions for Intelligent Product Companies

The Ranger Group's Search practice has partnered with a leading HVAC manufacturer in Fort Worth to identify a Product Engineer responsible for owning product design, development, testing, and cross-functional integration activities. This role plays a critical part in advancing the company’s product portfolio and supporting ongoing innovation in HVAC airflow and mechanical systems.

The ideal candidate brings strong mechanical engineering fundamentals, hands-on design experience, and the ability to lead projects from concept through production while collaborating closely with Manufacturing Engineering, Operations, Sales, and Quality.

• Lead design engineering activities including concept development, prototyping, analytical studies, and product improvement initiatives.

• Own design tasks from initial concept through implementation, ensuring manufacturability, performance, and quality.

• Perform and/or review testing of new designs; analyze test data, recommend corrective actions, and support certification efforts (AMCA, UL, etc.).

  Project Management & Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Manage engineering projects to optimize results and improve alignment between Engineering, Manufacturing, Sales, and Marketing.

  • Collaborate with Manufacturing Engineering, Operations, and Sales to establish priorities, schedules, and action plans for new and updated products.

  • Participate in quality reviews, including evaluation and resolution of non-conforming products.

  • Manage multiple projects simultaneously with accountability to predetermined timelines.

    Continuous Improvement & Technical Support

    • Improve existing engineering processes and implement new procedures to increase design efficiency and product reliability.

    • Provide technical support to internal staff, customers, external consultants, and contractors.

    • Maintain accurate documentation on design changes, test results, engineering requests, and product specifications.

      Required Education & Experience

      • B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent relevant experience.

      • Proficiency with SolidWorks, MS Excel, and MS Word.

      • Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and experience working with electro-mechanical or airflow-related products (preferred).

        Core Skills & Competencies

        • Strong mechanical and analytical problem-solving abilities.

        • Skilled in preparing technical reports and communicating engineering concepts clearly.

        • Effective verbal and written communication skills across technical and non-technical audiences.

        • Strong organizational and time-management skills; able to work independently with limited supervision.

        • Ability to support hands-on testing, prototype assembly, and lab preparation activities as needed.

          Physical Requirements

          This role involves periodic physical activity, including setting up test fixtures, preparing samples, and supporting prototype or lab testing activities.