Product Development Lead at Ajulia Executive Search – Wanaque, New Jersey

• Location: Wanaque, New Jersey
• Type: Direct Hire
• Job #25959

Are you looking to make a career change to an established industrial equipment company? This exciting opportunity as Product Development Lead has a competitive salary plus an excellent benefits package including medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, and paid time off. Does this position match your future career goals? Then this Product Development Lead opportunity could be the right fit for you.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead end-to-end product development initiatives from concept, prototyping, and validation through launch
• Convert customer, sales, service, and warranty feedback into clear, actionable product requirements
• Manage multiple product development projects simultaneously while maintaining timelines, priorities, and accountability
• Coordinate prototype builds, testing, design iterations, and validation activities
• Ensure compliance with applicable DOT, VIN, and emissions regulations
• Maintain oversight of product costs, BOM accuracy, and project budgets
• Collaborate with suppliers on design updates, quality improvements, and component revisions
• Maintain complete and accurate product documentation, including drawings, BOMs, manuals, and revision histories
• Support the development and refinement of product development processes and systems
• Conduct market, competitive, and technology research to inform product direction
• Partner with marketing teams to provide technical input for product specifications and launch materials
• Ensure products are delivered on schedule, within budget, and aligned with performance and quality expectations

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience leading or supporting product development or engineering projects
• Strong project management, organization, and prioritization skills
• Ability to influence and coordinate cross-functional teams without direct authority
• Working knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems (experience with mobile or industrial equipment is a plus)
• Familiarity with CAD tools and engineering documentation standards
• High proficiency with Microsoft Office tools, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Teams
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Detail-oriented, structured, and process-focused mindset
• Hands-on, inquisitive, and committed to continuous improvement

BENEFITS:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Direct Hire
• Paid Time Off
• 401(K) matching
• Gym membership discounts
• Employee Assistance Program

Salary: $95K-$115K annually

Ask for: Roger Armenta

Job Id: 25959

Ajulia Executive Search is a New Jersey based Executive Search Firm specializing in retained searches in multiple sectors, including Manufacturing, Finance, IT, Legal, and Pharmaceutical. We have a nationwide client base and offer services in temporary and direct hire placements.

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