Product Manager/ Mechanical Engineer

Brooklyn, NY (CTA Digital Headquarters)

Department: Product Development / Engineering

Director of Product Development

CTA Digital is seeking a Mechanical Engineer / Product Manager to lead the design, development, and lifecycle management of innovative hardware accessories and mounting solutions for tablets, laptops, mobile devices, charging systems, and enterprise technology. This role combines hands-on mechanical engineering with product ownership, requiring someone who can take products from concept through production while collaborating closely with sales, sourcing, overseas factories, and customers.

The ideal candidate is an innovative problem solver with strong mechanical design experience, excellent project management skills, and a passion for developing products that solve real-world customer challenges. Product managers in hardware companies often bridge engineering, manufacturing, sales, and customer needs throughout the product lifecycle.

• Lead the design and development of new mechanical products from concept through mass production.
• Create detailed 3D CAD models, engineering drawings, and product specifications.
• Design plastic, metal, and injection-molded components for consumer and commercial products.
• Develop prototypes using 3D printing and other rapid prototyping methods.
• Work directly with overseas manufacturing partners to optimize designs for manufacturability and cost.
• Conduct product testing, validation, and failure analysis to ensure quality and performance.
• Manage multiple product development projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
• Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, and Business Development teams to identify new product opportunities.
• Gather customer feedback and translate market needs into product requirements.
• Prepare Bills of Materials (BOMs), assembly instructions, and technical documentation.
• Support sourcing by evaluating components, materials, tooling, and manufacturing processes.
• Drive continuous product improvements, cost reductions, and quality enhancements.
• Present product concepts and project updates to internal leadership and customers.
• Ensure products meet applicable safety, regulatory, and quality standards.
• Create and maintain new part numbers, product descriptions, specifications, and technical documentation within the company's ERP/PDM system, ensuring all product records and spec sheets are accurate and up to date.
• Participate in customer meetings to provide technical product expertise, support product-focused discussions, gather requirements, and assist the sales team in developing effective solutions.

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering discipline.
• 3–7+ years of mechanical product design and development experience.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks or similar 3D CAD software.
• Experience designing plastic injection molded, aluminum, steel, and sheet metal components.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, tolerancing, and Design for Manufacturing (DFM).
• Experience working with overseas manufacturers, preferably in Asia.
• Knowledge of prototype development, testing, and product validation.
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated ability to independently solve complex engineering and product development challenges with creative, out-of-the-box thinking.
• Proven ability to take projects from concept through completion, driving progress, overcoming obstacles, and ensuring successful execution.
• Strong critical thinking, organizational, and decision-making skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• Experience developing consumer electronics accessories or enterprise hardware products.
• Familiarity with tablet enclosures, charging solutions, kiosks, mounts, or mobile device accessories.
• Knowledge of injection molding tooling, die casting, CNC machining, and extrusion.
• Experience working with PCB/PCBA design, electronic assemblies, connectors, power management, or embedded hardware
• Experience working with major retailers or enterprise customers

• Mechanical Design
• Product Development
• Product Lifecycle Management
• CAD (SolidWorks preferred)
• Rapid Prototyping
• Design for Manufacturing (DFM)
• GD&T
• Project Management
• Supplier Management
• Cost Reduction
• Problem Solving
• Cross-Functional Leadership

• Competitive salary and performance bonus opportunities
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Professional development opportunities
• Collaborative, entrepreneurial work environment
• Opportunity to develop products used by Fortune 500 companies across retail, healthcare, education, hospitality, and enterprise markets