GEOTEK/PUPI seeks a Senior Product Development Engineer to guide the design and evolution of engineered composite products used in critical infrastructure. This is a product-focused engineering role; if you are a strong mechanical or structural engineer who owns product design from concept through validation and launch, this position offers significant visibility and impact.
What You’ll Do
- Lead development of new composite structural products and enhancements to existing product lines
- Translate performance requirements into engineered design solutions
- Perform structural analysis and calculations (hand calcs, FEA, modeling, etc.)
- Guide prototype builds, validation testing, and product qualification
- Interpret lab and field test data to drive design decisions
- Create and review engineering drawings, documentation, and technical specifications
- Support technical conversations with customers and internal stakeholders
- Identify product innovation opportunities and drive continuous improvement
- This role blends product engineering, structural design, and technical collaboration
What We’re Looking For
- We are open to experienced engineers from a variety of product-driven industries
- Ideal backgrounds may include:
- Structural or mechanical product design
- Load-bearing component design
- Engineered composites or advanced materials
- Heavy equipment, transportation, building products, or industrial systems
- Manufacturing-focused product engineering
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Civil, or Structural Engineering
- 5+ years of experience in product development or structural design
- Strong background in structural analysis and performance-based design
- Experience working through product validation and testing cycles
- Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly
Nice to Have (Not Required)
- Experience with composite materials
- Familiarity with industry codes or standards (any structural codes)
- 3D CAD experience (SolidWorks or similar)
- PE license or path toward licensure
If you are a strong product-focused engineer who can design for performance and durability, we want to hear from you.
Compensation
The compensation range for this position is $98,174 - $138,099 annually. Final offers may vary based on several factors, including experience, skills, and qualifications. The posted range represents the expected earning potential for this position within the current organizational budget and market conditions.
Location
1421 2nd Avenue NW, Stewartville, MN 55976
Who We Are
For more than three decades, GEOTEK has been internationally recognized for leading composite technologies, engineering, and service. The company grew PUPI into the leading global provider of fiberglass crossarms and continues to develop additional market-leading composite brands for infrastructure worldwide. Founded in 1990 to manufacture and market Common Sense Fencing and other pultruded fiberglass products, GEOTEK also began producing utility composite crossarms for Pultruded Utility Products, Inc., which it acquired in 2000 and renamed Pultruded Utility Products International (PUPI) to reflect the global opportunity for these products. PUPI, pronounced puppy, is a GEOTEK brand. Utilizing proprietary processes and several patented innovations, GEOTEK manufactures and distributes engineered fiberglass composites used by transmission and distribution power lines and substations. The company is positioned for sustainable growth through market expansion and new product offerings.
Our Purpose
As a global leader in composite crossarms, we aim to expand our engineered composite products for infrastructure applications, including light poles and beyond.
Mission
Enhance the world’s infrastructure with engineered composite products.
Vision
Develop, acquire, and grow respected composite product brands where each line delivers market-leading reliability, performance, and value to global infrastructure customers.
TRUE Values
- TEAM – we before me
- RELIABLE – every day in every way
- URGENT – the drive to do
- ENTERPRISING – be curious
Benefits
- Health, Dental, Ancillary Benefits
- Generous PTO and 9 paid holidays
- 401k with 4% company match
- HSA employer contribution
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Profit Sharing
- Company Events (steak cookouts, holiday parties, community giving, and more)
Learn more at GEOTEK.com