New Product Development - Product Development Specialist - Arrowhead Engineered Products : Job Details

Summary:Responsible for the identification and formal release of assigned products and product lines within the Rotating Electrical Industry. Will lead efforts in resourcing, product testing & analysis, competitive comparison, quality, new product development, and business growth initiatives through coordination with all company departments and functions as needed. Duties:

• Responsible for assigned projects and product lines.

• Setup and perform dynamic testing of electrical products on computer-controlled test benches.
• Technical review and documentation of product specifications, fitments, dimensions, and applications.
• Manage projects across multiple product channels to meet desired business objectives.
• Provide required documentation/technical information as needed to support resourcing, new product development, customer inquiries and quality.
• Research profitable and strategic parts for AEP brands seeking innovative ideas with competitive advantages.
• Stay current with industry trends and products through event attendance, online research, product groups, and trade shows as requested.
• Commercialize products and provide product training to sales team.
• Assist with product launches and preparation of market information.
• Assist in various activities required to support new product sales.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education and Qualifications:

• College degree with 1-3 years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Technical capability to assemble and disassemble electrical parts such as starters, alternators, and similar electrical products.
• Knowledge and experience with any or all transportation, industrial, power sports, agriculture and /or outdoor power equipment products is a plus.
• Exposure to a range of manufacturing processes is a plus
• Ability to read and comprehend instructions and information.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Must have ability to work well in a team-based environment.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Familiarity with PIM and ERP system business applications.

Physical Demands:While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to walk and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.