Product Development Manager Jobs in Illinois

Location:

Rosemont, IL, US, 60018

Career area: Engineering
Department: Engrg Auto
Job Type: Permanent
Apply by: June 30, 2026

Hydro Extrusions is a world-leading aluminium extrusion business counting around 100 production sites in 40 countries and employing 20,000 people. Through our unique combination of local expertise, global network, and unmatched R&D capabilities, we can offer everything from standards profiles to advanced development and manufacturing for most industries. Since 1905, Hydro has turned natural resources into valuable products for people and businesses with focus on a safe and good workplace for our 30,000 employees in more than 140 locations.

What we offer you

• Medical, Rx, Dental, Disability, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts
• Retirement Savings Plans with Company Match/Contributions
• Education Assistance
• Bonus Plan Eligibility
• Parental Leave

Pay Range:

$121,000-$150,000/year

Job Title: Product Development Manager – APQP

Employer: Hydro Extrusion USA, LC

Location: 6250 N. River Road, Ste 5000, Rosemont, IL 60018

What will make you successful?

Required Education/Experience:

The position of Product Development Manager - APQP requires a bachelor’s degree, or its foreign equivalent, in a related engineering field and five (5) years of progressively responsible, post baccalaureate industrial/manufacturing experience. Two (2) years of this experience must involve executing launch processes and working with EV customers.

Additionally, the applicant must have experience in the following:

• GD & T
• PFMEA
• Control Plan
• Quality Control

What you will be doing

This position will assign and prioritize workload across the lab team members. The Product Development Manager - APQP will also draft APQP project plan and will manage, coordinate, oversee and engage in all APQP processes as required to determine CPK analysis, process trials and process verification through all manufacturing areas. The Product Development Manager - APQP will also draft DFM documents as well as report results of CPK data, trial results and lab test results. This person will function as a liaison between teams and drive continuous improvement to achieve operational excellence. More specifically, the Product Development Manager – APQP will be responsible for the following job duties:

• Development Leadership:
• Oversee Products from POC (Proof of Concept) through industrialization / production.

• Oversee capability through the processes to ensure effective quality and efficiency. (APQP)

• Process Optimization:

• Evaluate and refine parameters to ensure product consistency, quality, and cost efficiency.

• Collaborate in Development projects to improve extrusion productivity, reduce scrap rates, and optimize die performance.

• Leadership and Collaboration:

• Lead and mentor a team of engineers, technicians. Responsible for performance management of the OPEX Tech Center team.
• Foster a culture of safety, reliability, and continuous improvement across the organization.

• Collaborate with commercial, quality, production, and supply chain teams to align on trials plans and process requirements

• Compliance and Standards:

• Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulations, and company policies.

• Monitor and enforce safety practices related to equipment and extrusion processes.

• Data-Driven Decision Making:

• Utilize data analytics to drive performance improvement and process capability.
• Create Development to Industrialization metrics and KPIs to track process efficiency, and operational goals.

Opportunity to telecommute from any location in the U.S. Up to 25% domestic and international travel is required.

Equal opportunities

Hydro in North America is an Equal Opportunity Employer where all phases of employment are based strictly upon the qualifications of the individual as related to the work requirements of the position. This policy is applied without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, marital status or any other category protected by law. We strive to provide equal opportunities for all to contribute and succeed with us.

If you need an accommodation in order to complete the application, please contact Hydro Recruiting via email at recruiting.north.america@hydro.com

Possible work locations

Why Hydro?

Are you looking to make a real impact? For over a century, our people have been the driving force in solving some of the world's most pressing issues - and we hope you'll join us in solving the next century's. Whether you're working to close the loop at one of our recycling facilities or ensuring efficient renewable energy processes to decarbonize aluminium production, your contributions make an impact in our shared purpose of propelling our industries and the world into a greener future.

About Hydro

• Hydro is a leading aluminium and renewable energy company committed to a sustainable future
• Founded: 1905
• Number of employees: 32,000
• Company presence in around 40 countries worldwide
• President and CEO: Eivind Kallevik