Where is the Product Development Engineer role at Newbury Franklin Industrials based?

This role is based in Buffalo, NY.

How many years of experience does this Product Development Engineer role require?

The posting calls for 3–5 years of relevant experience.

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Product Development Engineer

Newbury Franklin Industrials · Buffalo, NYtoday

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Industrialize new rubber molding projects from RFQ through tooling, trials, and production validation.

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Why it is interesting. Own the full industrialization cycle for rubber molded parts, from tooling design through material trials and PPAP.

Might not be for you. Heavy project management and customer communication; less open-ended R&D.

Bench and deskGeneralist First industry roleBS acceptable Realistic requirements

Adjacent materials role3–5 years’ experience in mold design, preferably in rubber molding (compression, transfer, injection). Knowledge of rubber curing, flow, and shrinkage characteristics.

Seniority: Mid-level
Work: On-site
Type: Full-time
Degree: BS
Experience: 3–5 yrs
Industry: General manufacturing
Role: Product Development

Materials

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Role details

Benefits

Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance

Position Summary:

The Product Development Engineer is responsible for the industrialization of a new project from initial RFQ to validation during production. They will serve as the primary technical liaison between the Moldtech, potential customers, suppliers, and tooling manufacturers. The Manufacturing Engineer – Development ensures open and constant communication among all stakeholders, and ensures new projects meet quality, cost, and delivery requirements.

Exempt: Yes

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Oversee all initial phases of communication with potential new customers, including review of RFQs, design reviews, and generating quotes.
Work directly with customers to understand project requirements, then clearly define all project requirements and communicate to Moldtech team.
Develop project timelines and ensure milestones are achieved on schedule.
Lead design and development of new tooling and processes with the help of internal resources, tooling manufacturers, equipment manufacturers, and the customer.
Support APQP deliverables such as PFMEAs, control plans, and PPAP submissions.
Ensure work instructions, process parameters, and quality requirements are clearly defined and documented for hand-off to production.
Conduct trials for new materials, compounds, and tooling, and validate results before production release.
Assist other initiatives of the Engineering team as directed by management.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Materials Science, or related field; or equivalent experience.
3–5 years’ experience in mold design, preferably in rubber molding (compression, transfer, injection).
Knowledge of rubber curing, flow, and shrinkage characteristics.

Skills & Competencies

Proficient in CAD software (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or equivalent).
Knowledge of APQP, PPAP, and ISO/IATF quality requirements.
Strong problem-solving and root cause analysis skills.
Excellent communication and organizational abilities.
Ability to manage multiple projects under tight timelines.