Product Engineer

Working at Watlow

Watlow is a global technology and manufacturing leader who provides world‑class engineering expertise through innovative thermal products and systems, enabling our customers to thrive. We are making a positive impact every day as our solutions enrich the lives of people everywhere. We have been providing breakthrough thermal solutions for nearly a century. Our corporate values guide us uncompromisingly to always do the right thing, continually learn and improve, respect everyone, and lead with service and humility.

As a Product Engineer focused on metal‑sheathed, compacted MgO heater product lines, you will blend both technical engineering depth and customer‑facing support. You will influence product roadmaps, support new product development, improve manufacturing systems, and provide application guidance to ensure successful customer outcomes.

• Advance and support Watlow’s metal‑sheathed, compacted MgO heater product lines, including product and process design, testing, and documentation.
• Develop and execute test plans, reports, specifications, and design packages; support modifications to existing products.
• Lead or support lean product development methods and continuous improvement initiatives for cost, quality, performance, and reliability.
• Partner with Manufacturing, Operations, Product Management, Applications Engineering, and Sales teams to ensure product success.
• Provide technical support to customers, including application guidance, problem resolution, and insights for product innovation.
• Help maintain product compliance with relevant safety and performance standards (UL, CE, CSA, VDE).

Below are the core qualifications and accomplishments needed to join our team.

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related physical science/engineering field; or at least three years of relevant product engineering experience.
• Ability to travel up to 10 %.

• Basic knowledge of electric thermal systems (heaters, sensors, controls).
• Experience with products used in regulated markets (medical, aerospace, analytical, process industries).
• Understanding of Lean Product Development methods.
• Ability to manage multiple projects of various scope and complexity.
• Strong interpersonal communication, collaboration, and coaching skills.
• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, highly flexible environment.
• Ability to travel up to 25 %.

• Annual Incentive Program
• 401(k) plan that includes a company match on your contribution and an annual company contribution that is tied to company performance
• Wellness incentives
• Employee Personal Assistance Program
• Dental, medical, vision and short‑term and long‑term disability insurance
• Paid holidays, personal time, and vacation
• Parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Full range of life and career enhancing benefits

We proactively embrace diversity in all its dimensions across our company and cultivate a culture of inclusion and forward‑thinking that respects and reflects each team member’s individual strengths, views, and experiences. Watlow takes pride in being an inclusive equal‑opportunity employer and considers for employment qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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