Description
Product Development Engineer – Hardware
Chula Vista, CA (Onsite)
Kelly Engineering is partnering with a well-established, innovation-driven company in the scientific instrumentation space. This organization designs and manufactures specialized laboratory equipment used by major pharmaceutical companies and research institutions worldwide.
They are seeking a hands-on Product Development Engineer who can take ownership of hardware products from concept through production and customer support.
This is not a narrow corporate role. It's ideal for an engineer who enjoys making real design decisions, working across mechanical and electrical systems, and having visible impact inside a small, fast-moving organization.
What You'll Do
- Lead new hardware product development from concept through production
- Design and integrate mechanical systems with electronics
- Build and test prototypes, iterate quickly, and resolve technical challenges
- Evaluate design tradeoffs including cost, manufacturability, and performance
- Collaborate with contract manufacturers and external partners
- Troubleshoot products in the field and support customers when needed
- Improve reliability, manufacturability, and serviceability
- Work closely with leadership on product direction and long-term planning
What They're Looking For
- 5+ years of hands-on hardware product development experience
- Strong mechanical engineering background
- Working knowledge of electronics and embedded systems
- Experience taking products from concept to production
- Comfortable interacting directly with customers
- Able to operate independently in a small-company environment
Nice to have:
- Startup or small-company experience
- SolidWorks proficiency
- Experience working with contract manufacturers
- Personal electronics projects (Arduino, Raspberry Pi, etc.)
Compensation
Base salary range: $115,000 – $135,000 depending on experience and scope of ownership.
Full-time, onsite in Chula Vista, CA. Some travel required (including occasional international travel).
If you're an engineer who prefers ownership over specialization and enjoys building real-world products used globally, we'd love to connect.
Apply directly or message me for a confidential conversation.
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