The Role
Lead product development from concept to commercialization: develop 3D models, prototypes, testing, and documentation; partner with manufacturing, sourcing, and cross-functional teams to optimize materials, processes, tooling, cost, and scalability.
Summary Generated by Built In
UFP Construction is more than a supplier. We're a trusted partner to builders, delivering innovative building components and construction solutions that help bring projects to life faster, smarter, and more efficiently.Senior Product Innovation Engineer
Location: Onsite in Charlotte, NCWe're currently looking for a Sr. Product Innovation Engineer to join the team in our Charlotte office. The ideal candidate would transform ideas into commercially viable products by combining engineering, design, and manufacturing expertise. This role leads products from concept through prototyping, validation, manufacturing, and commercialization while partnering with Marketing, Industrial Design, Manufacturing, Sales, and Business Units.Key Responsibilities- Lead engineering activities throughout the product development lifecycle, from concept through commercialization.
- Translate customer needs, market insights, and business objectives into innovative, manufacturable product solutions.
- Develop 3D models, assemblies, drawings, specifications, and technical documentation using SolidWorks and related tools.
- Lead prototyping, testing, validation, and field evaluations to ensure product performance and readiness.
- Partner with Manufacturing, Sourcing, and suppliers to optimize materials, processes, tooling, cost, and scalability.
- Create installation instructions, assembly guides, technical documentation, and visual work instructions using SolidWorks Composer and other tools.
- Serve as the engineering lead on cross-functional innovation projects and communicate technical concepts to diverse stakeholders.
- Research emerging technologies, materials, manufacturing methods, and industry trends to identify new product opportunities.
- Manage multiple development projects, timelines, risks, and deliverables.
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Product Design, Manufacturing, or related technical field.
- 5+ years of product development, engineering, manufacturing, or product innovation experience.
- Strong proficiency in SolidWorks and 3D CAD.
- Experience designing products for manufacturing.
- Strong problem-solving, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
- Experience in construction, building products, manufacturing, or prefabrication.
- Experience with Design Thinking, product testing, commercialization, or project management.
- Knowledge of structural principles, manufacturing processes, and product development standards.
- SolidWorks Composer and technical animation experience.
- DriveWorks, PDM, or design automation experience.
- AI-assisted engineering and design experience.
- DFM/DFA or Lean Manufacturing knowledge.
- Hands-on construction, fabrication, or manufacturing experience.
The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Product Design, Manufacturing, or related technical field
- 5+ years of product development, engineering, manufacturing, or product innovation experience
- Strong proficiency in SolidWorks and 3D CAD
- Experience designing products for manufacturing
- Strong problem-solving, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills
- Experience in construction, building products, manufacturing, or prefabrication
- Experience with Design Thinking, product testing, commercialization, or project management
- Knowledge of structural principles, manufacturing processes, and product development standards
- SolidWorks Composer and technical animation experience
- DriveWorks, PDM, or design automation experience
- AI-assisted engineering and design experience
- DFM/DFA or Lean Manufacturing knowledge
- Hands-on construction, fabrication, or manufacturing experience
UFP Industries Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage includes medical, dental, and vision, an HSA with a company contribution, company-paid life and disability, an EAP, and a health concierge service. The package is framed as a premium set of benefits supporting employees and their families.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — Employees can buy company stock through an Employee Stock Purchase Program at a discount. Additional ownership perks such as stock gifts tied to service milestones are highlighted in parts of the materials.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) plan with a company match is available, including pre-tax and Roth options with various investments. Eligibility commonly begins within the first months of employment, encouraging earlier participation.
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The Company
What We Do
UFP Industries is a holding company whose operating subsidiaries – UFP Packaging, UFP Construction and UFP Retail Solutions – manufacture, distribute and sell a wide variety of products used in residential and commercial construction, packaging and industrial applications. Founded in 1955, the company has operations in North America, Europe, Asia and Australia.
