Product Development Engineer

2 days ago


Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States Target Full time

About Us

At Target, we're on a mission to help all families discover the joy of everyday life. Our team is passionate about delivering high-quality products that meet the needs of our guests.

We're seeking an Associate Product Engineer for Furniture & Storage to join our Engineering and Technical Design team. In this role, you'll work closely with cross-functional partners to ensure Target's furniture and storage products are thoughtfully designed, rigorously tested, and efficiently manufactured.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and maintain technical specifications for furniture and storage products in Target-owned brands, ensuring alignment with brand goals for quality, functionality, and cost.
  • Partner with design, sourcing, and compliance teams to create solutions that balance design intent with manufacturability and cost efficiency.
  • Monitor and incorporate user feedback, vendor insights, and industry advancements into product development processes.
  • Safeguard quality assurance by maintaining a working knowledge of government regulations, safety requirements, and Target's performance standards.
  • Research trends in materials, manufacturing techniques, and product innovation to identify opportunities for improvement and white space in the market.
  • Collaborate with vendors to bring the brand vision to life in a way that meets performance standards, safety protocols, and sustainability goals.
  • Support the creation, testing, and refinement of prototypes to validate concepts and ensure product performance.

About You:

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent experience.
  • 1+ years of related industry experience, ideally in furniture, storage, or consumer product development.
  • Strong technical knowledge of manufacturing processes, materials, and product assembly.
  • Problem-solving skills and a creative approach to technical challenges.
  • Excellent communication and project management skills.
  • A passion for innovative design solutions and commitment to sustainability.

$54,800 - $98,600 per year

This role offers a unique opportunity to shape products used by millions every day, combining creativity with engineering expertise to deliver high-quality furniture and storage solutions that bring joy to our guests.

This position will operate as a Hybrid/Flex for Your Day work arrangement based on Target's needs. A Hybrid/Flex for Your Day work arrangement means the team member's core role will need to be performed both onsite at the Target HQ MN location the role is assigned to and virtually, depending upon what your role, team and tasks require for that day.



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