Mid Level Product Development Technician Jobs
Mid level product development technician jobs go to technicians ready to own projects end to end, guide junior colleagues, and make process and formulation decisions with minimal supervision. Openings are spread across on-site, hybrid, and remote settings in Manufacturing, Staffing & Recruiting, and Electronics & Hardware, with employers like Molex, Jobot, and 24 Seven Talent hiring at this level now.
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Senior Engineer
Division: All American 1930
Location: 1931 S. 14th Street, Manitowoc, WI 54220
Schedule: Full-time, on-site
Classification: Exempt
What do you get when nearly a century of American manufacturing craftsmanship meets a new generation of product innovation?
You get the opportunity to make something that lasts.
All American 1930 has built its reputation on products designed for performance, durability, and generations of use. What began as a consumer products division of Wisconsin Aluminum Foundry has grown into a recognized brand known for its pressure canners, cookware, sterilizers, and other products that bring quality craftsmanship into homes and businesses across the country.
Today, we're building on that legacy while continuing to evolve our products, processes, and brand for the future.
We're looking for a Senior Engineer – New Product Development who wants to be part of that next chapter.
This is your opportunity to take ownership of product development from concept through launch. You'll turn ideas into tangible products, solve complex engineering challenges, improve existing designs, and work alongside cross-functional teams to bring innovation to life.
If you enjoy combining technical expertise, creative problem-solving, project leadership, and hands-on manufacturing, this could be your next opportunity.
You will own:
New Product Development
- Manage projects from concept through completion, including scope, timelines, budgets, specifications, risks, and launch readiness.
- Drive product requirements, concept evaluation, design direction, and engineering decisions.
- Oversee initial 3D modeling, prototyping, tooling, bills of materials (BOMs), and production validation.
- Lead product validation and verification to ensure quality, performance, and regulatory requirements are met.
Drive Continuous Improvement
- Identify opportunities to improve product quality, production efficiency, and cost.
- Lead process development and implementation for new and existing products.
- Manage process changes and related ISO documentation.
Bring Teams Together
- Partner with engineering, production, quality, product management, and supply chain to keep projects moving.
- Work with suppliers and sourcing partners to address material, component, and delivery challenges.
- Communicate project progress, risks, and decisions to senior leadership and stakeholders.
- Oversee the development of technical publications across product lines.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of project management experience in a consumer products environment.
- Experience leading projects from concept through completion.
- Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to make data-driven decisions and manage project costs, timelines, and resources.
- Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive results.
Work Environment and Physical Requirements
This position combines office-based engineering work with hands-on manufacturing involvement.
You should be comfortable with:
- Extended periods of sitting and working at a computer using engineering software and documentation tools.
- Standing during meetings, technical reviews, and project presentations.
- Frequent walking through manufacturing areas, supplier facilities, and project sites.
- Using hand tools, precision instruments, and assembling or testing prototypes.
- Occasionally lifting and carrying tools, prototypes, equipment, or materials weighing up to 25–50 pounds.
- Wearing required PPE, including safety glasses, gloves, and steel-toe boots, in designated manufacturing environments.
- Occasional travel to supplier locations, manufacturing facilities, and project sites.
Our history was built by people who believed in making things better.
We are looking for someone who takes ownership, challenges the status quo, and wants to leave their mark on products that matter.
Apply at www.wafco.com/careers
Senior Engineer
Division: All American 1930
Location: 1931 S. 14th Street, Manitowoc, WI 54220
Schedule: Full-time, on-site
Classification: Exempt
What do you get when nearly a century of American manufacturing craftsmanship meets a new generation of product innovation?
You get the opportunity to make something that lasts.
All American 1930 has built its reputation on products designed for performance, durability, and generations of use. What began as a consumer products division of Wisconsin Aluminum Foundry has grown into a recognized brand known for its pressure canners, cookware, sterilizers, and other products that bring quality craftsmanship into homes and businesses across the country.
Today, we're building on that legacy while continuing to evolve our products, processes, and brand for the future.
We're looking for a Senior Engineer – New Product Development who wants to be part of that next chapter.
This is your opportunity to take ownership of product development from concept through launch. You'll turn ideas into tangible products, solve complex engineering challenges, improve existing designs, and work alongside cross-functional teams to bring innovation to life.
If you enjoy combining technical expertise, creative problem-solving, project leadership, and hands-on manufacturing, this could be your next opportunity.
You will own:
New Product Development
- Manage projects from concept through completion, including scope, timelines, budgets, specifications, risks, and launch readiness.
- Drive product requirements, concept evaluation, design direction, and engineering decisions.
- Oversee initial 3D modeling, prototyping, tooling, bills of materials (BOMs), and production validation.
- Lead product validation and verification to ensure quality, performance, and regulatory requirements are met.
Drive Continuous Improvement
- Identify opportunities to improve product quality, production efficiency, and cost.
- Lead process development and implementation for new and existing products.
- Manage process changes and related ISO documentation.
Bring Teams Together
- Partner with engineering, production, quality, product management, and supply chain to keep projects moving.
- Work with suppliers and sourcing partners to address material, component, and delivery challenges.
- Communicate project progress, risks, and decisions to senior leadership and stakeholders.
- Oversee the development of technical publications across product lines.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
- Minimum of 5 years of project management experience in a consumer products environment.
- Experience leading projects from concept through completion.
- Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to make data-driven decisions and manage project costs, timelines, and resources.
- Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive results.
Work Environment and Physical Requirements
This position combines office-based engineering work with hands-on manufacturing involvement.
You should be comfortable with:
- Extended periods of sitting and working at a computer using engineering software and documentation tools.
- Standing during meetings, technical reviews, and project presentations.
- Frequent walking through manufacturing areas, supplier facilities, and project sites.
- Using hand tools, precision instruments, and assembling or testing prototypes.
- Occasionally lifting and carrying tools, prototypes, equipment, or materials weighing up to 25–50 pounds.
- Wearing required PPE, including safety glasses, gloves, and steel-toe boots, in designated manufacturing environments.
- Occasional travel to supplier locations, manufacturing facilities, and project sites.
Our history was built by people who believed in making things better.
We are looking for someone who takes ownership, challenges the status quo, and wants to leave their mark on products that matter.
Apply at www.wafco.com/careers
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Mid Level Product Development Technician Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level product development technician job?
Position yourself as someone who has moved beyond following instructions to shaping outcomes. Highlight projects where you owned the full development cycle, resolved technical problems independently, and delivered measurable results. Emphasize cross-functional collaboration, familiarity with formulation or testing protocols relevant to your sector, and any process improvements you led. Applications that show depth of ownership, not just task completion, stand out at this level.
Which companies hire mid level product development technicians?
Companies hiring mid level product development technicians right now include Molex, Jobot, and 24 Seven Talent, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, hiring tends to come from established manufacturers, consumer goods companies, and specialty producers who need technicians capable of running development workstreams with limited oversight.
Are there remote mid level product development technician jobs?
Yes, though lab-dependent roles remain largely on-site. About 23% of mid level product development technician openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and these tend to involve documentation, data analysis, supplier coordination, or regulatory support rather than hands-on bench work. Hybrid schedules are common at companies that want technicians present for key development phases but flexible elsewhere.
How do I move up to a mid level product development technician role?
The path from entry level to mid level is built on accumulated ownership. Early in your career, focus on mastering core lab techniques, understanding development workflows, and volunteering for tasks that stretch your scope. Over time, seek out projects where you can lead testing phases, troubleshoot independently, and document findings for stakeholders. Demonstrated impact on a completed product cycle is the clearest signal that you are ready for mid level responsibility.
Which industries hire the most mid level product development technicians?
Mid Level product development technician roles concentrate in Manufacturing, Staffing & Recruiting, and Electronics & Hardware, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive consistent hiring at this level because they run continuous product pipelines that require experienced technicians who can manage formulation, testing, and iteration cycles without constant supervision.