Lead, Product Design Engineering
Saint Genis Laval, FR
Job ID: 17978
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Newell Brands is a leading $8.3B consumer products company with a portfolio of iconic brands such as Graco®, Coleman®, Oster®, Rubbermaid® and Sharpie®, and 25,000 talented employees around the world. Our high-performance culture, unparalleled curiosity about the world around us, and talented people fuel our success. Our culture is enabled through our core values which guide all we do and how we win as One Newell. They are Integrity, Teamwork, Passion for Winning, Ownership & Leadership.
Coleman® | Newell Brands
Location: Europe
Department: R&D
Reporting to: Engineering Manager / R&D Director
Shape the Future of Outdoor Innovation
At Coleman®, we have been helping people create unforgettable outdoor experiences for over a century. As part of Newell Brands, a leading global consumer products company, we design innovative products trusted by millions of consumers worldwide.
We are looking for a passionate and driven Project Engineer to join our R&D team and lead the development of innovative outdoor products from concept to launch. If you thrive in a fast-paced international environment, enjoy turning ideas into commercial reality, and want to see your products come to life on a global scale, this opportunity is for you.
What You'll Do
As a Project Engineer, you will play a key role in the development of new products while ensuring excellence in quality, performance, cost, and delivery.
Product Development & Innovation
- Lead the design and development of innovative products aligned with market and consumer needs.
- Drive technical studies, design decisions, and feasibility assessments.
- Generate and champion new product concepts that support the innovation pipeline.
- Ensure products meet performance, quality, regulatory, and manufacturing requirements.
Project Leadership
- Manage projects throughout the entire New Product Development (NPD) process through Production Start Authorization (PSA).
- Build and maintain project schedules and ensure key milestones are achieved.
- Coordinate cross-functional teams and drive accountability for deliverables.
- Monitor risks, issues, action plans, budgets, and project performance.
Technical Expertise
- Create and maintain technical documentation including drawings, specifications, BOMs, testing reports, and validation plans.
- Lead prototype evaluation, testing, and product validation activities.
- Manage design data and engineering changes using tools such as SAP, Windchill, and Precision.
- Serve as the technical expert for your product category and materials.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Work closely with Marketing, Sourcing, Manufacturing, Quality, Finance, Industrial Design, Supply Chain, and Sales teams.
- Support customer meetings, technical presentations, product training sessions, trade shows, and sales events.
- Collaborate with international colleagues, suppliers, laboratories, design agencies, and development partners worldwide.
Product Lifecycle Management
- Support and continuously improve existing product ranges.
- Identify opportunities for quality improvements, cost optimization, and customer satisfaction enhancements.
- Ensure compliance with ISO 9001 processes and company quality standards.
What We're Looking For
Required Qualifications
- Engineering degree or equivalent technical qualification.
- Minimum 3 years of experience in product design and product development.
- Minimum 3 years of experience working with manufacturing environments (Asian manufacturing exposure is highly valued).
- Strong project management capabilities.
- Fluent English communication skills, both written and spoken.
Key Competencies
- Innovative mindset with strong technical curiosity.
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Strong leadership and stakeholder management abilities.
- Highly organized, rigorous, and results-oriented.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work across international teams.
- Adaptability and comfort working in a dynamic environment.
Nice to Have
- Passion for outdoor activities and willingness to test products in real-life conditions.
- Experience supporting commercial teams through customer presentations, training, and trade exhibitions.
What We Offer
- Opportunity to lead exciting product innovations from concept to market launch.
- Exposure to global teams across Europe, North America, and Asia.
- A collaborative and entrepreneurial culture where ideas matter.
- The chance to work on iconic outdoor brands recognized around the world.
- Professional growth within a leading global consumer goods company.
Travel Requirement: Approximately 10-20%
Ready to build the next generation of outdoor products?
Join Coleman and help create innovative products that inspire people to get outside and enjoy every adventure.
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Newell Brands (NASDAQ: NWL) is a leading global consumer goods company with a strong portfolio of well-known brands, including Rubbermaid, Sharpie, Graco, Coleman, Rubbermaid Commercial Products, Yankee Candle, Paper Mate, FoodSaver, Dymo, EXPO, Elmer’s, Oster, NUK, Spontex and Campingaz. We are focused on delighting consumers by lighting up everyday moments.