Product Engineer

HTI Intermediate LLC Caseyville, Illinois, United States Engineering

About this position

Job Overview: 

Landmark Foundation Group is a family of brands offering basement waterproofing, foundation repair, crawlspace encapsulation and concrete slab repair. We are seeking a Product Engineer to own and support our portfolio of geotechnical, foundation repair, and waterproofing products. This role serves as the company’s product expert and a technical liaison for internal teams, suppliers, and partners.

The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of construction materials, product specifications, and real-world applications, with the ability to source new product solutions, evaluate competing products, and understand supplier manufacturing processes to ensure effective quality controls are in place.

 

Responsibilities:

  • Serve as the primary product expert for all geotechnical, foundation repair, and waterproofing products
  • Support internal teams (sales, operations, purchasing) with technical guidance, product selection, and application advice
  • Act as a technical resource for customers, contractors, and partners as needed
  • Review, interpret, and modify CAD drawings related to product applications and installations
  • Research and evaluate competitive and alternative products in the market
  • Update product specifications documents and product drawings
  • Own the Quality Control (QC) process across all products
  • Collect, analyze, and report product quality data
  • Create and manage product failure cases, including root cause analysis and corrective action implementation
  • Write Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for quality control programs, vendor evaluation criteria, new product and material introductions
  • Coordinate resolution efforts with suppliers, internal teams, and customers
  • Use QC insights to drive product improvements and vendor accountability
  • Identify gaps in the product lineup and recommend new products based on application needs and industry trends
  • Source and evaluate new products and vendors aligned with company standards
  • Collaborate with suppliers and manufacturers on product improvements and technical documentation
  • Assist with product introductions, training materials, and internal education
  • Other responsibilities as needed to support the overall operations of the business

 

Qualifications:

  • 3+ years of mechanical engineering work in industrial / manufacturing environment
  • Experience with construction materials, geotechnical, civil, structural, or related industries
  • Strong understanding of product specifications, materials, and real-world applications
  • Ability to read and modify CAD drawings (AutoCAD or similar)
  • Analytical mindset with the ability to compare technical products objectively
  • Strong communication skills — able to explain technical concepts clearly
  • Self-motivation to work independently mixed with a collaborative attitude to assist internal teams
  • Ability to analyze complex problems and identify root causes
  • Mechanical engineering background preferred
  • Positive attitude, coachability, and strong work ethic are key character traits for this role

Please Note: All employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment background check.


Salary Information

$75000.0 - $100000.0 Annual Salary