Design and Development Manager

Pearson Whiffin

Full-time Operations Specialties Managers
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Location
Kent, Washington, United States
Posted
June 12, 2026

Job Description

Head of Product Development (Engineering)

West Kent | Competitive Salary + Bonus + Benefits

Drive Innovation. Own Product Design. See Your Work in the Real World.

We’re working with a growing, engineering-led manufacturer delivering high-performance physical products into demanding, real-world environments. This is not theoretical design β€” these are products that must perform, comply, and last.

They are now looking for a hands-on Product Development leader to take ownership of R&D, design engineering, and continuous product improvement.

The Role

This is a design and development-led engineering role at its core.

You’ll be responsible for:

  • Leading new product development (NPD) from concept through to manufacture
  • Owning design decisions, materials selection, and product performance
  • Driving product improvement and value engineering across ex...