Condux International

Design Engineer - New Product Development

Mankato, MN

full_time

$100,000-$130,000

About This Job

Who We Are

Condux International

, we design and manufacture innovative tools and equipment that make installing conduit and cable

safer, more reliable, and more efficient

. As a trusted source in the underground fiber construction industry, we’re committed to pushing the boundaries of what’s possible.

We don’t just design products, we build solutions that help our customers succeed. Now, we’re looking for a

New Product Development (NPD) Design Engineer

to support the development of our tools and equipment from concept to production.

Why Join Us?

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Enjoy Work-Life Balance – A Monday–Thursday 9-hour schedule with half-day Fridays!

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Comprehensive Benefits – We offer medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with match, paid time off, and more to support your well-being.

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Lead with Innovation – Drive new product development from concept through production in a fast paced engineering-focused environment.

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Collaborate and Mentor – Guide and support a team of engineers while working cross-functionally with product management, marketing, operations, and quality assurance to ensure project goals are met

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Engineer with Impact – Develop equipment that enhances safety, efficiency and performance in underground fiber installation.

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Build What’s Next – Join a growing company where your contributions will directly impact future product lines.

What You’ll Do

As a

NPD Design Engineer

, you will lead the development of new tools and equipment from concept through production. You’ll manage engineering timelines, oversee testing and prototyping, ensure regulatory compliance, and collaborate across departments to bring practical, high-performing solutions to life. You’ll also mentor a team of engineers, helping share the future of product development at Condux.

Key Responsibilities

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New Product Development – Lead the design and development of new products from concept through production using a Stage-Gate process. Conduct market research to understand customer needs and industry trends. Ensure new products meet performance, safety, and regulatory standards.

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Team Leadership & Collaboration – Supervise and mentor a team of engineers, providing guidance and support to meet project goals. Collaborate with product management, marketing, operations, and quality teams to align on objectives and drive successful project execution.

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Engineering Design & Validation – Create and review engineering documentation and product specifications. Oversee prototyping and iterative testing to validate design concepts. Apply tools such as FEA and DFMEA to evaluate performance and mitigate risk.

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Project Management – Manage timelines and budgets to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery. Support manufacturing during product launch and troubleshoot engineering issues as needed. Ensure all documentation aligns with regulatory and quality standards.

Compensation details:
100000-130000 Yearly Salary

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