Engineering Jobs in Howard, WI

Product Development Engineer

Location: On-site – Fond du Lac & Green Bay, WI

A top innovator in advanced materials and packaging is revolutionizing sustainable product design, and you can be a part of it. This company is investing in new technologies, product performance, and operational excellence, and is seeking a Product Development Engineer to join a high-impact R&D and applications development team.

This role supports new product development and process optimization efforts, playing a key part in engineering performance-driven, eco-conscious solutions for global manufacturing markets. If you're someone with a curious mindset, strong technical acumen, and a passion for solving real-world problems, this is your opportunity to make a significant impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Push boundaries with innovative products and processes that disrupt the market and wow customers.
• Partner cross-functionally with Engineering, Quality, and Operations to evaluate, trial, and implement new materials, processes, or specifications.
• Engage in hands-on technical activities such as lab experimentation, design of experiments (DOE), and pilot-to-production scale trials.
• Help shape product direction and create detailed technical docs, including specs and compliance standards.
• Assist with project execution within structured development pipelines (Stage Gate frameworks), applying risk management principles.
• Communicate technical concepts and trial outcomes effectively to internal teams and external partners.
• Utilize data-driven methodologies, including statistical analysis and Lean practices, to assess and improve performance outcomes.
• Maintain thorough and organized documentation of test plans, results, and recommendations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field, preferably Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or Polymer Science.
• 2–3+ years of experience in product development, materials R&D, or process engineering within a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in experimental design and statistical analysis is essential (DOE, Minitab, JMP, etc.).
• Familiarity with polymers, packaging materials, coatings, or flexible materials is highly desirable.
• Able to thrive in dynamic teams and roll with the punches in a fast-paced tech environment.
• Rock problem-solving and communication skills, with a history of innovative thinking and a curious mindset.

What Sets This Opportunity Apart

• Join a globally respected innovation leader known for its sustainable product roadmap and customer-centric approach.
• Work at the intersection of R&D and real-world application, impacting the production of everyday essential goods.
• Join a workplace that's all about teamwork, growth, and always leveling up.
• Gain exposure to high-impact projects in an organization with strong technical mentorship and career development support.
• Competitive salary, performance incentives, and a full suite of employee benefits including healthcare, PTO, and retirement plans.

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Job Title : Nuclear Engineer (Naval Reactors Engineer) Category / Component : Officer • Active Overview Design, regulate, and oversee the Navy's nuclear propulsion program, including reactor design, fleet operations, and eventual defueling and decommissioning of nuclear powered ships and submarines from Naval Reactors Headquarters and associated Department of Energy laboratories and shipyards.

Key Responsibilities Provide technical direction in areas such as reactor and fluid systems design, reactor physics, materials development, component design for steam generators, pumps, and valves, instrumentation and control for reactor and propulsion plants, testing and quality control, radiation shielding, and chemistry and radiological controls; review designs and analyses from laboratories, shipyards, and industry partners; coordinate with fleet units to ensure safe and reliable nuclear plant operation.

What to Expect Assume significant technical responsibility early in your career as part of a lean headquarters staff; work primarily in an analytical and oversight role rather than operating plants at sea; balance long term engineering projects with time sensitive fleet and shipyard issues; frequent coordination with senior civilian engineers, naval officers, and technical teams; high expectations for attention to detail, judgment, and written and oral communication.

Work Environment Work mainly at Naval Reactors Headquarters in the Washington, District of Columbia area with regular engagement with Department of Energy laboratories, nuclear training sites, shipyards, and nuclear powered ships and submarines; office based work that includes document reviews, technical meetings, inspections, and site visits rather than day to day shipboard watchstanding.

Pathways, Training & Advancement Officer commissioning through programs such as Officer Candidate School or the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program followed by a structured technical qualification program at Naval Reactors; rotational exposure to laboratories, prototypes, shipyards, and fleet support issues; progressive responsibility leading projects and becoming a subject matter expert, with opportunities for professional military education and advanced graduate study in technical fields.

Entry through the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program for qualified college students and recent graduates, or selection via Officer Candidate School for those who already hold qualifying degrees; all applicants must meet Nuclear Propulsion Program academic and technical screening standards in addition to general officer commissioning requirements.

Qualifications All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards, which typically include: Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, which may involve United States citizenship or other legal residency and work status, depending on the program and current law and policy A high school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions, and a bachelor's or qualifying professional degree for officer positions Meeting age limits that vary by program and are set in law and Navy policy.

Some communities have more restrictive age ranges Meeting medical, vision, and dental standards, including body composition and physical fitness requirements, with some jobs requiring more demanding standards Meeting character and conduct standards, including background screening Achieving required test scores for your program, such as the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery for enlisted roles or officer qualification tests for officer programs Eligibility for a security clearance when required for your rating or designator Additional qualifications can include specific skills, education, licensure, or experience that are unique to a job or community and will be reviewed with you by a recruiter.

Additional qualifications for this job may include: Completion of a rigorous technical degree in engineering, physics, mathematics, or a closely related field that includes strong backgrounds in calculus and physics; outstanding academic record, particularly in technical coursework; United States citizenship and eligibility for a high level security clearance; strong technical aptitude and comfort with detailed analytical work.

Education Education benefits are available through standard Navy programs such as Tuition Assistance, the Post-9/11 GI Bill, ACE-recommended college credit for Navy training, Navy COOL-funded certifications, USMAP apprenticeships, and other Navy College Program opportunities.

Specific options depend on the Sailor's status, training, and current Navy policy.

Pay, Benefits & Service Pay, benefits, and service commitments follow standard Navy Active and/or Reserve policies for this type of role, including basic pay, allowances when eligible, health coverage, and retirement options.

Exact entitlements, special pays, and service obligations depend on program, component, years of service, and current law and Navy guidance.

Incentives Incentives such as bonuses, special pays, and loan repayment may be available at times for specific ratings or communities, but they change frequently and cannot be guaranteed.

Applicants must confirm current incentives and eligibility with an official Navy recruiter or authoritative Navy source.

Notes and Disclaimers This description is a general overview of typical duties, training, and opportunities in this community.

It does not replace official Navy instructions, policies, or contracts and does not guarantee specific assignments, training, incentives, or outcomes.

Actual opportunities depend on Navy needs, individual performance, screening results, and current law and policy.