Product Engineer Jobs in Minnesota
Product Engineer jobs in Minnesota are in strong demand, with hiring concentrated in medical devices, industrial manufacturing, and enterprise technology across the Twin Cities metro, Rochester, and Duluth. Companies like Medtronic, 3M, and Honeywell maintain significant engineering operations in the state and post product engineer openings at levels from early-career to senior. The most sought-after specialties right now are hardware development, systems integration, and design verification. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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About Ergotron:
Ergotron, Inc. is a global leader in designing ergonomic solutions that connect people and technology to enhance human performance, health and happiness. Through its 40+-year history, Ergotron has led the industry with innovative, professional-grade products and customer-focused service. The company has earned more than 200 patents and through the Technology of Movement™, established a growing portfolio of products and solutions to help create environments that promote wellness, productivity and efficiency.
Ergotron is headquartered in St. Paul, Minnesota, with a strong presence in North America, EMEA and Asia Pacific. For more information, please visit www.ergotron.com.
Position Summary:
Responsible for supporting testing activities related to new and existing company products. Designs, builds, and documents test fixtures. Automates tests using control software and hardware. Collaborate with all departments within the company to ensure that product requirements are met and products are built to last.
Position Responsibilities:
- Designs, performs and supports new product development tests, product audit tests, and other testing as requested.
- Independently determines appropriate test methods, equipment, and acceptance criteria based on product requirements and applicable standards.
- Create and document test fixtures and procedures.
- Author and revise design verification methods and procedures
- Verification of test set-ups and the performance of the product or part under test.
- Support FMEA and DRVP reviews. Evaluate new products and ensure design specifications are met.
- Collect test data, analyze test results, identify root causes of failures and publish test reports that provide engineering recommendations to design teams that inform product decisions.
- Support maintenance and calibration of test lab equipment.
- Maintain a clean and safe work environment. Use PPE as required.
- Additional duties as requested.
- Supports site specific QMS initiatives for continuous process improvement.
Position Requirements (Knowledge and Experience):
- Bachelors Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or similar Engineering.
- 1-5 years relevant work experience in mechanical testing/lab environment.
- Strong written/verbal communication skills including technical terminology and report writing.
- Attention to detail, ability to follow written procedures, and organizational skills.
- Mechanically inclined, self-motivated, and capable of handling and prioritizing multiple projects in parallel.
- Hands on experience in mechanical product testing, pneumatics, and data acquisition.
- Experience with safety standards testing i.e. UL, IEC, BIFMA is a preferred.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Sharepoint)
- Experience with 3D CAD software, LabView user interfaces, and other test software.
- Able to lift up to 50 lbs. Able to stand for extended periods of time.
- Able to work in person in a mechanical test lab setting.
- Must be able to perform the physical requirements of the job as described to you for the position.
Benefits:
- Ergotron provides a fast-paced, innovative and flexible work environment with a comprehensive and competitive pay and benefits package. (Use below bullets for United States, delete for Global positions)
- Our total rewards package includes, but not limited to; competitive wages consisting of base pay, bonus and/or incentive pay based on position, medical, dental, vision, life, disability, tuition reimbursement, 401k with match, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- We work hard and we recharge. With competitive Paid Time Off (PTO) programs which includes vacation and sick and safe time, and eleven paid holidays our employees have ample time throughout the year to spend with family and friends, traveling or relaxing.
- We are proud to support our employees and their growing families by offering ten weeks of paid maternity leave, four weeks of paid paternity leave, and three days of paid grandparents leave.
- Both our newest and our most tenured employees are formally recognized. Our career milestones program ensures that our new team members feel welcome and rewards employees at five years, ten years, fifteen years and beyond.
Core Values:
- Customer-Centric Innovation
- Built to Last
- Always Improving
- Integrity
About Ergotron:
Ergotron, Inc. is a global leader in designing ergonomic solutions that connect people and technology to enhance human performance, health and happiness. Through its 40+-year history, Ergotron has led the industry with innovative, professional-grade products and customer-focused service. The company has earned more than 200 patents and through the Technology of Movement™, established a growing portfolio of products and solutions to help create environments that promote wellness, productivity and efficiency.
Ergotron is headquartered in St. Paul, Minnesota, with a strong presence in North America, EMEA and Asia Pacific. For more information, please visit www.ergotron.com.
Position Summary:
Responsible for supporting testing activities related to new and existing company products. Designs, builds, and documents test fixtures. Automates tests using control software and hardware. Collaborate with all departments within the company to ensure that product requirements are met and products are built to last.
Position Responsibilities:
- Designs, performs and supports new product development tests, product audit tests, and other testing as requested.
- Independently determines appropriate test methods, equipment, and acceptance criteria based on product requirements and applicable standards.
- Create and document test fixtures and procedures.
- Author and revise design verification methods and procedures
- Verification of test set-ups and the performance of the product or part under test.
- Support FMEA and DRVP reviews. Evaluate new products and ensure design specifications are met.
- Collect test data, analyze test results, identify root causes of failures and publish test reports that provide engineering recommendations to design teams that inform product decisions.
- Support maintenance and calibration of test lab equipment.
- Maintain a clean and safe work environment. Use PPE as required.
- Additional duties as requested.
- Supports site specific QMS initiatives for continuous process improvement.
Position Requirements (Knowledge and Experience):
- Bachelors Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or similar Engineering.
- 1-5 years relevant work experience in mechanical testing/lab environment.
- Strong written/verbal communication skills including technical terminology and report writing.
- Attention to detail, ability to follow written procedures, and organizational skills.
- Mechanically inclined, self-motivated, and capable of handling and prioritizing multiple projects in parallel.
- Hands on experience in mechanical product testing, pneumatics, and data acquisition.
- Experience with safety standards testing i.e. UL, IEC, BIFMA is a preferred.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Sharepoint)
- Experience with 3D CAD software, LabView user interfaces, and other test software.
- Able to lift up to 50 lbs. Able to stand for extended periods of time.
- Able to work in person in a mechanical test lab setting.
- Must be able to perform the physical requirements of the job as described to you for the position.
Benefits:
- Ergotron provides a fast-paced, innovative and flexible work environment with a comprehensive and competitive pay and benefits package. (Use below bullets for United States, delete for Global positions)
- Our total rewards package includes, but not limited to; competitive wages consisting of base pay, bonus and/or incentive pay based on position, medical, dental, vision, life, disability, tuition reimbursement, 401k with match, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- We work hard and we recharge. With competitive Paid Time Off (PTO) programs which includes vacation and sick and safe time, and eleven paid holidays our employees have ample time throughout the year to spend with family and friends, traveling or relaxing.
- We are proud to support our employees and their growing families by offering ten weeks of paid maternity leave, four weeks of paid paternity leave, and three days of paid grandparents leave.
- Both our newest and our most tenured employees are formally recognized. Our career milestones program ensures that our new team members feel welcome and rewards employees at five years, ten years, fifteen years and beyond.
Core Values:
- Customer-Centric Innovation
- Built to Last
- Always Improving
- Integrity
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Product Engineer Job Market in Minnesota
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- Manufacturing
- Technology & Software
- Investment & Asset Management
What Minnesota Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in product engineer jobs across Minnesota.
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, or industrial engineering or a closely related field
- Proficiency with CAD software such as SolidWorks, CATIA, or AutoCAD for product design and documentation
- Experience leading product development from concept through manufacturing release and validation
- Knowledge of design for manufacturability, tolerance analysis, and materials selection
- Familiarity with regulatory standards such as ISO 13485 or FDA quality system requirements for medical devices
- Strong cross-functional collaboration skills working with manufacturing, quality, and supply chain teams
Product Engineer Jobs in Minnesota: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a product engineer in Minnesota?
Most product engineer roles in Minnesota require a bachelor's degree in mechanical, electrical, or industrial engineering from an accredited program. Minnesota does not require a state-issued license for most product engineer positions in industry, though engineers who stamp public drawings must hold a Professional Engineer license issued by the Minnesota Board of Architecture, Engineering, Geoscience, Surveying, Landscape Architecture, and Interior Design. Employers in medical devices often also expect familiarity with FDA quality systems.
Which companies hire product engineers in Minnesota?
Minnesota product engineer roles are posted by Leidos, Benchmark, and 3M and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Minnesota's concentration of medical device manufacturers, defense contractors, and industrial conglomerates means product engineers here work across a broader range of regulated industries than in most states.
Which Minnesota cities have the most product engineer jobs?
Fridley, Minneapolis, and Eden Prairie have the most product engineer openings in Minnesota. The Twin Cities anchor the market through major corporate headquarters and manufacturing campuses in devices, aerospace, and software, while Rochester benefits from its medical technology cluster tied to large health system and device company operations in that corridor.
Are there remote product engineer jobs in Minnesota?
Yes, but they're less common than in purely software-focused fields because product engineering often requires hands-on lab work, prototype builds, and manufacturing floor collaboration. About 71% of product engineer openings tied to Minnesota are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with hybrid arrangements more common than fully remote. Systems integration, documentation, and program management portions of the role tend to be the most adaptable to remote work.
How can I get hired as a product engineer in Minnesota with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a co-op or internship with a Minnesota medical device or industrial manufacturer, since companies like Medtronic, Boston Scientific, and 3M run structured programs that convert directly to full-time roles. New graduates applying to associate or junior product engineer titles and candidates with adjacent experience in quality, manufacturing engineering, or test engineering find the most openings. Building a portfolio of CAD models or a senior design project and earning a Solidworks or CATIA certification strengthens an application considerably for Minnesota employers.
Where can I find and apply to product engineer jobs in Minnesota?
You can find and apply to product engineer jobs in Minnesota on Migrate Mate, which lists current Minnesota openings across medical devices, industrial manufacturing, and technology. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience and location, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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