Project and Design Engineer

Project & Design Engineer

About American Bath Group (ABG)

American Bath Group (ABG) is a leading manufacturer of high-quality bathing products, dedicated to innovation, craftsmanship, and customer satisfaction. With a strong portfolio of trusted brands, we provide tubs, showers, and bathware solutions designed for both residential and commercial applications.

At ABG, our mission is simple: to make a positive impact on people's lives. Guided by our values of Integrity, Transparency, and Servant Leadership, we are committed to excellence, safety, and sustainability-while creating rewarding career paths in the manufacturing industry.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Director of Product Management & Engineering, the Project & Design Engineer - Bathware will be a key member of ABG's shared product development team.

This position is ideal for someone who started as a CAD expert (2-5 years) and is now ready to grow into a broader engineering and project management role. During the first 180 days, the Project & Design Engineer will manage smaller sub-projects while still owning the CAD stage, and over time, will take on full end-to-end project ownership-from concept to launch.

This role requires an innovative thinker who thrives on solving design challenges, driving collaboration, and seeing projects through to completion.

Primary Responsibilities

• Develop and manage new bathware product designs for multiple channels in North America while maintaining brand standards and market positioning.
• Oversee product development from concept through launch, managing CAD, supplier coordination, prototype development, and handoff to commercial teams.
• Create 2D and 3D design data (sketches, renderings, CAD models, photo-realistic visualizations) for internal and external use.
• Participate in Voice of Customer research and industry events to understand market trends and user needs.
• Collaborate with Product Development, Industrial Design, and Manufacturing teams to align on design feasibility and project timelines.
• Support implementation of new design tools, processes, and innovation methods that enhance product development.
• Contribute to process improvement in Design for Manufacturability (DFM), FMEA, and stage-gate product development methodologies.
• Partner with manufacturing personnel, negotiate with suppliers, and participate in product validation efforts.
• Assist with the setup of BOMs, ECNs/ECRs, and PDM/PLM documentation as part of project management.

Cultural Fit

• Comfortable working in dynamic, undefined environments with multiple concurrent projects.
• Hands-on leader who collaborates well with floor personnel, engineers, and cross-functional stakeholders.
• Communicates openly, transparently, and confidently with all levels of the organization.
• Driven to start, finish, and deliver-a self-starter who sees projects through completion.

Must-Have Qualifications

1. CAD Proficiency: Solid 3D and surface modeling experience in SolidWorks or equivalent.
2. Self-Starter & Finisher: Proven ability to take initiative, work independently, and close out projects.
3. Engineering Degree: Bachelor's in Industrial Design, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent technical field.

Nice-to-Have Qualifications

1. Bathware or plumbing product design experience.
2. Knowledge of composite manufacturing and mold/tooling design.
3. Experience with BOM setup, ECN/ECR processes, and PDM/PLM archival systems.

Education & Experience

• 5-10 years of experience in industrial or product design.
• 2-3 years of project management experience, preferably with stage-gate or structured product launch processes.
• Familiarity with bathware industry standards and certifications (CSA, ICC, IAPMO, FHA, ADA).
• Understanding of Design for Manufacturability, FMEA, and risk management methods.
• Experience with FEA tools a plus.
• Availability to travel up to 10% as needed.

Why You'll Love Working Here

As a Project & Design Engineer - Bathware, you'll play a direct role in shaping innovative products that define the future of ABG's brands. You'll join a collaborative, cross-functional team that values creativity, precision, and accountability-while working in a fast-paced environment that rewards initiative and ownership.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

American Bath Group (ABG) provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.