Product Development Engineer

Cornerstone Building Brands is a premier exterior building solutions provider serving both the residential and commercial markets across North America. The building products we manufacture are the cornerstone of the communities where people live, work and play from homes to hospitals, grade schools to grocery stores, manufacturing facilities to municipal buildings and beyond.

Through the core values and consistent behaviors and mindsets embraced by our employees, we have built a culture dedicated to understanding our customers' needs and what matters most to their success. We know that it's our people that make the difference and we are deeply committed to building a workplace and global community where inclusion is not only valued, but prioritized, providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and team members.

We are looking for a skilled and versatile Product Development Engineer with 5-10 years of experience in engineering. The ideal candidate will have a proven ability to manage projects from concept to completion, with a focus on design and problem-solving. Experience in the window and door industry, especially in extrusion design and thermal analysis, is a plus. This hands-on role requires a strong collaborative spirit to work across teams and drive operational success.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Project Management: Lead design, development, and implementation of engineering projects, managing the full lifecycle from concept through production
• Design Development: Create, refine, and optimize designs for components, ensuring practicality, efficiency, and manufacturability
• Thermal & Performance Analysis: Analyze product performance, including thermal properties, to meet energy efficiency and functional requirements
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work with manufacturing teams to address operational challenges, gather feedback, and implement innovative solutions
• Manufacturing Collaboration: Ensure seamless project execution by collaborating directly with the Manufacturing department, troubleshooting issues, and improving efficiency
• Problem Solving: Use engineering expertise to resolve production issues, reduce downtime, and improve operational efficiency
• Design Documentation: Produce detailed CAD drawings, models, and specifications for both new and existing products using SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or 3D printing
• Testing & Data Analysis: Develop and maintain engineering documentation for testing and validation, ensuring compliance with required standards
• Cross-Disciplinary Communication: Work with manufacturing, quality, and operations teams to ensure smooth project execution and alignment

• Industry Experience: 5-10 years of design or process engineering experience, with exposure to manufacturing environments. Experience in the window and door industry, especially extrusion and thermal analysis, is a plus
• Technical Proficiency: Strong skills in CAD software (SolidWorks, AutoCAD) and familiarity with manufacturing processes such as extrusion, machining, injection molding, or fabrication
• Thermal Analysis: Knowledge of window thermal properties and energy-efficient design preferred
• Problem-Solving: Ability to identify and solve production challenges to improve performance and efficiency
• Collaboration Skills: Strong communication skills to work effectively with diverse teams and manufacturing staff
• Manufacturing Environment: Experience working in manufacturing environments to ensure understanding of operational processes and team collaboration
• Educational Background: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with thermal simulation tools/software
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma methodologies
• Experience in product testing, validation, and quality control
• Strong commitment to continuous learning and process improvement
• Proven track record in a manufacturing environment

Why work for Cornerstone Building Brands?

Our teams are at the heart of our purpose to positively contribute to the communities where we live, work and play. Full-time* team members receive** medical, dental and vision benefits starting day 1. Other benefits include PTO, paid holidays, FSA, life insurance, LTD, STD, 401k, EAP, discount programs, tuition reimbursement, training, and professional development.

*Full-time is defined as regularly working 30+ hours per week. **Union programs may vary depending on the collective bargaining agreement.

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Cornerstone Building Brands is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. You can find the Equal Employment Opportunity Poster here. You can also view Your Right to Work Poster herealong with This Organizations Participation in E-Verify Poster here.If you'd like to view a copy of the company's affirmative action plan or policy statement, please contact Human Resources at 281-897-7788 or HRCompliance@cornerstone-bb.com. If you have a disability and you believe that you need a reasonable accommodation in order to search for a job opening or to submit an online application, please contact Human Resources at 281-897-7788 or HRCompliance@cornerstone-bb.com. This email is used exclusively to assist disabled job seekers whose disability prevents them from being able to apply online. Only emails received for this purpose will be returned. Messages left for other purposes, such as following up on an application or technical issues not related to a disability, will not receive a response.

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Must be at least 18 years of age to apply.

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