Associate Product Engineer

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Carlsbad, CA
Junior
Retail • Sports
The Role
The Associate Product Engineer at Callaway Golf will support technical and logistical aspects of product development, guiding projects from design to production, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring manufacturability and quality of components. Responsibilities include refining fabrication methods, testing components, preparing test plans, and managing supplier processes.
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ABOUT THE BRAND:

Callaway Golf is the leading manufacturer of premium golf clubs, balls, performance gear and accessories worldwide. Through an unwavering commitment to innovation, we push the limits of performance and create demonstrably superior products designed to make every golfer a better golfer.

Our company is a blend of experience and diverse backgrounds, and together we look to move the game forward, and we want top-notch people to join us in that mission!

By joining Callaway Golf, you also join part of the portfolio of brands within Topgolf Callaway Brands, an unrivaled tech-enabled Modern Golf and active lifestyle company delivering leading golf equipment, apparel, and entertainment, with a portfolio of global brands including Topgolf, Callaway Golf, TravisMathew, Toptracer, Odyssey, OGIO, Jack Wolfskin, and World Golf Tour (“WGT”). “Modern Golf” is the dynamic and inclusive ecosystem that includes both on-course and off-course golf. For more information, please visit https://www.topgolfcallawaybrands.com

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Associate Product Engineer to support the technical and logistical aspects of new programs. Under supervision, you will help guide projects from design through production to ensure success, focusing on developing fabrication methods for complex R&D designs and ensuring the quality of supplier components and assemblies in a high-volume manufacturing environment. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams—including Product Design, Innovation, Performance, Program Management, Supply Networks, Testing, and Global Suppliers—to review designs for manufacturability, analyze data to refine processes, and achieve design intent, including cosmetic finishes. You will also develop and implement production processes, test components, create product specifications, establish quality criteria, audit supplier capabilities and performance, generate qualification and inspection plans, and support the production release of products. If you thrive in a collaborative environment and enjoy working at the intersection of design, engineering, and manufacturing, we’d love to hear from you!

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Day to day support

  • Responsible for supporting technical and integration aspects of product development including all components and processes therein.

  • Act as the technical support between Product and Industrial Design, Product Innovation, Program Management and Supply Networks, and Global Suppliers.

  • Track the creation of detailed drawings for new products by interfacing with: Product and Industrial Design and Suppliers. 

  • Set target and limit samples for components and clubs.

  • Help manage component and club deviations.

  • Help manage inspection gages and fixtures for components and clubs.

  • Other duties as assigned.

Product/Process qualifications and improvements

  • Implementation and/or refinement of existing fabrication methods/processes for transition of products into volume production.

  • Monitor all tools of a given program to determine if components meet Design intent and specification. Generate tool and process releases to enable new products to go into volume production.

  • Test components for durability and coordinate component distribution for player testing and Manufacturing pre-production testing.

  • Assess Supplier processes for Process Capability as required to achieve and maintain sustained production.

  • Work with the Supplier base to drive corrective action based on feedback from incoming inspection and manufacturing floor.

  • Prepare test plans and reports (capability studies, qualification, and validation).

  • Characterize key process parameters in Suppliers’ processes and provide control plan.

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES

  • Basic knowledge and experience utilizing engineering fundamentals and testing methods.

  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

  • Able to work with suppliers in an independent mode to solve technical problems.

  • Ability to lead technical meetings and report project status

  • Experience with investment casting, forging, welding, metal finishing, coatings, and/or composites required.

  • Experience with injection and compression molding helpful.

  • Proficient with MS Office (Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint)

  • Knowledge of Siemens Team Center Engineering useful.

  • Knowledge and demonstrated application of quality methods and tools. This includes but is not limited to 6 Sigma, FMEA, Design of Experiments, Statistical Process Controls, Measure System Analysis.

  • Able to work extended hours in critical situations.

  • Valid passport required

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

  • BS in Engineering or equivalent required.

  • Minimum 1 years related experience

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS / WORK ENVIRONMENT (if applicable)

  • Work is performed in a designated professional office workstation and environment.

  • Extensive use of office equipment to include computer, calculator, copier, fax, and other business related machines and software.

  • Occasionally required to lift and/or carry up to 50 pounds, regularly lift and/or carry up to 20 pounds and perform moderately demanding physical tasks.

  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Community Giving:

Callaway Golf is passionate about making a Difference Where we Live and Work. We don't just work here; we live, play, and are integral members of the San Diego County community. Inspired by our late Founder, Ely Callaway, Callaway Golf is committed to more than just crafting exceptional golf equipment—we're dedicated to building vibrant communities and positively impacting the lives of our neighbors, particularly those in need. The Callaway Golf Company Foundation and the Callaway Golf Company Employee Community Giving Program are two key initiatives through which we strive to make a difference.

DE&I and EEOC ADD:

Inclusion & Diversity: As a purpose-led, performance driven company, we strive to foster a culture of belonging based on respect, connection, openness and authenticity. We are committed to building and maintaining a workplace that celebrates the diversity of our associates, supporting them to bring their authentic selves to work every day.

If your experience is close to what we’re looking for, please consider applying. Experience comes in many forms, skills are transferable, and passion goes a long way. We know that diverse backgrounds and experiences make for the best problem-solving and creative thinking, which is why we’re dedicated to adding new perspectives to the team and encourage everyone to apply. We look forward to learning more about you.

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DE&I and EEOC:

Inclusion & Diversity: As a purpose-led, performance driven company, we strive to foster a culture of belonging based on respect, connection, openness and authenticity. We are committed to building and maintaining a workplace that celebrates the diversity of our associates, supporting them to bring their authentic selves to work every day.

If your experience is close to what we’re looking for, please consider applying. Experience comes in many forms, skills are transferable, and passion goes a long way. We know that diverse backgrounds and experiences make for the best problem-solving and creative thinking, which is why we’re dedicated to adding new perspectives to the team and encourage everyone to apply. We look forward to learning more about you.

ARE YOU READY TO MAKE THE TURN? APPLY TODAY!

69,700.00 - 87,100.00 - 104,500.00 USD Annual

Top Skills

Engineering
The Company
Carlsbad, CA
2,111 Employees
On-site Workplace
Year Founded: 1982

What We Do

Callaway Golf Company (NYSE: ELY) manufactures and sells clubs and balls, and sells golf accessories under the Callaway Golf and Odyssey brands worldwide. We push the limits of performance and innovation to develop drivers, fairway woods, golf balls, hybrids, irons and Odyssey putters that are designed to make every golfer a better golfer

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