Senior Product Engineer

​Who We Are At CPC (Colder Products Company), we’re not just connecting fluid lines – we’re connecting people, ideas, and possibilities. For nearly 50 years, we’ve been engineering cutting-edge fluid connection technologies that power industries from biopharmaceutical, thermal management (liquid cooling of electronics), medical, industrial, and chemical handling markets. But what sets us apart? Our people. We’re a team of problem-solvers, innovators, and forward-thinkers who thrive in a culture that values collaboration, creativity, and continuous improvement. Headquartered in Minneapolis/St. Paul, with over 700 employees in 14 countries, we’re growing fast, and we want you to grow with us! Your Role Are you ready to make an impact and work with a company that values your expertise, ideas, and career growth? You’ll be at the forefront of shaping our organization’s success. This isn’t just a job – it’s a career move where you’ll thrive, learn, and enjoy coming to work. Responsibilities: Drive Technical Execution for Released Products: • Serve as the technical lead/SME on high-impact and highly technical product engineering initiatives such as:• Complex product changes, e.g., design optimization and material substitution requiring customer notification. • Perform root cause analysis utilizing tools (e.g., 8D, 5 Whys, Pareto) to solve complex engineering challenges. • Transfer lessons learned to NPI teams to improve design for injection molding, design for assembly and manufacturing readiness. • Provide technical support to customers, as well as a wide array of internal customers, including Sales, Quality, Marketing, Manufacturing, Tooling, Purchasing, and Design Engineering. • Independently lead project teams ensuring good cross-functional communication and effective project execution • Continuously improve product engineering workflows and process tools to optimize effectiveness and efficiency. • Proactively identify and implement design, material, or process improvements to enhance quality, performance, and profitability. • Participate in the identification and prioritization of retool opportunities and drive successful cross functional project execution. • Assess business risks and prioritize tasks among multiple projects. • Adhere to all safety regulations. • Demonstrate support of CPC/Dover core values. • Perform other job duties as assigned to meet business needs.   Drive Changes Through Formal Change Control Processes: • Identify necessary engineering changes to support product performance and business goals. • Comprehensive engineering evaluation of potential engineering changes to identify risk to product performance, supply, and business impact of proposed engineering changes. • Create and/or revise 3D CAD models and engineering drawings. • Initiate and execute Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) to revise specifications, drawings, and BOMs in Windchill PLM and Oracle ERP systems. • Contribute to risk assessments, validations protocols (IQs/OQs/PQs), and documentation updates for change control.   Essential Supervisory Responsibilities: • Mentorship and informal leadership within the Product Engineering team.  Dependent on future business growth, may supervise or manage a small team of product engineers and/or designers as assigned.   Basic Qualifications: • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field required • 7+ years of experience in an engineering setting required • Effective communicator - able to present technical content to internal and external stakeholders • Advanced modeling capabilities using PTC Creo CAD • Demonstrated hands-on mechanical aptitude • Innate technical ability and curiosity • Ability to apply sound engineering logic to solve complex problems, to properly assess risks, and make decisions • Ability to work independently and to manage multiple projects simultaneously • Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams • Strong but respectful verbal communication style • Strong aptitude for dealing with multiple priorities • Ability to manage and drive complex projects, articulate the strategy, and driving decision making.   Preferred Qualifications: • M.S. in Engineering (Mechanical, Manufacturing, Plastics, or related field), and/or M.B.A. • Knowledge of product lifecycles, and Voice of Customer (VOC) • Working knowledge of injection molded thermoplastic components, mold design, and the influence of molding process parameters. • Working knowledge of plastics joining technologies • Working knowledge of PTC Windchill • Experience performing DFMEA, PFMEA and process DOEs • Design of fluid handling components • Cleanroom and/or controlled environment manufacturing experience • Technical writing experience   Travel:   • Up to 5% Why You’ll Love Working Here   Our Culture At CPC, our people aren’t just employees, they’re the driving force behind our success. We’ve built a culture rooted in respect, collaboration, and integrity, where every voice matters, and innovation thrives. It’s not just us saying it; CPC has been recognized as a Top Workplace 6x in the past 7 years, because we genuinely care about our employees’ growth, well-being, and success. This isn’t just a workplace; it’s a community where you’ll feel valued, empowered, and inspired to do your best work every day. Growth & Development We invest in you. Whether you’re looking to expand your skills, take on new challenges, or advance your career, we’re here to support you. We offer: ·         Mentorship, hands-on training, and career development opportunities to help you reach your full potential. ·         Tuition Assistance to support continued education, plus scholarship programs for children of eligible employees. ·         A Co-Op and intern program in partnership with several universities for hands-on industry experience. ·         Recognition programs that celebrate your contributions, from employee loyalty awards to peer-to-peer recognition.   Because when you succeed, we all succeed. Work/Life Balance We get it – work is important, but so is life outside of it. That’s why CPC ensures you have the time and flexibility to live, recharge, and give back. Our programs include: ·         Multiple paid-time off programs, including vacation, sick time, company-paid holidays, bereavement leave, and paid volunteer time to support causes you care about. ·         Paid Parental Leave so you can focus on what matters most. ·         Wellness support, including access to in-person and online advisors for mental, financial, and overall well-being.   We believe that a balanced, fulfilled team creates the best workplace. Benefits & Compensation At CPC, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial security, and overall well-being, including but not limited to: ·         Health & Wellness: o   Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision coverage starting day one for you and your family. o   Health Savings Account (HSA) contributions for eligible plans. o   Company-paid Long-Term & Short-Term Disability and Life Insurance for added security. o   Onsite gym & wellness programs to help stay active and healthy. ·         Financial Benefits: o   401k plan with automatic employer contributions starting on day one, plus profit-sharing to invest in your future. o   Referral bonuses – get rewarded for connecting talented friends and family to CPC job openings. ·         Pay Range: $108,000.00 - $122,000.00 / year  o   This range is the pay scale for this role in Minnesota. Individual compensation is based on skills, experience, and qualifications related to this position. ·        Bonus Eligibility: Yes Join Us If you’re ready to be part of an innovative team that values connection and collaboration, we want to hear from you! 

Pay Range: USD 108000 - 122000 Annually

This position is eligible to earn a discretionary bonus based on performance metrics and other criteria outlined in our applicable bonus plan.&#x