Product Development Engineer
Apply NowCompany: Aftermarket Performance Group
Location: Export, PA 15632
Description:
Product Development Engineer
Location: Onsite Export PA
Salary: $70,000-$100,000 per year DOE
Shift/Schedule: Monday-Friday 40 hours per week
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:
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS:
We offer a full benefits package for eligible employees including:
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, Alligator Performance) 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 an 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.
Location: Onsite Export PA
Salary: $70,000-$100,000 per year DOE
Shift/Schedule: Monday-Friday 40 hours per week
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 prototyping aftermarket automotive components.
- Preparing cost estimates, design specifications, plans and drawings.
- 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 collaboratively with other engineering staff to design and produce aftermarket automotive performance products to APG's high standards.
- Other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent field) OR equivalent combination of experience and education within the automotive industry required.
- Proficiency with various CAD software including but not limited to Autodesk Inventor and/or Solidworks is required.
- Strong understanding of 3D modeling, geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T), and manufacturing processes.
- Familiarity with PLM (Product Lifecycle Management) software and design version control.
- Knowledge of Design for Manufacturing (DFM) is preferred.
- Experience working with automotive aftermarket design OR having extensive knowledge of aftermarket parts industry is required. Proficiency working on cars and working in a shop environment is a plus.
- Designing and working with metal fabrication is strongly desired: Sheetmetal, Tubing, welding, etc.
- Experience collaborating with vendors, negotiating pricing, and seeking out new manufacturing partners strongly desired
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- High degree of accuracy and attention to detail
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, Alligator Performance) 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 an 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.