Product Development Engineer I

Playa Vista, CA (Hybrid 2x a week in office)

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About Us

The Honest Company (NASDAQ: HNST) is a personal care company dedicated to creating cleanly-formulated and sustainably-designed products spanning categories across diapers, wipes, baby personal care, beauty, apparel, household care and wellness. Launched in 2012, the Company is on a mission to challenge ingredients, ideals, and industries through the power of the Honest brand, the Honest team, and the Honest Standard. For more information about the Honest Standard and the Company, please visit www.honest.com.

Our Mission

We're on a mission to empower people to live happy, healthy lives. We're a wellness brand with values rooted in consciousness, community, transparency, and design. Every day and in every way, we hold ourselves to an Honest standard. We believe that it is our responsibility to do our part to help create a healthy and sustainable future for all. 

The Role

The Product Development Engineer I plays a crucial role in the development and innovation of The Honest Company's product line. This position is responsible for supporting the entire product development lifecycle, from initial prototyping and testing to specification management and commercialization. Working under the guidance of Senior Engineers, the Product Development Engineer I will contribute to research and development efforts aimed at delivering a robust pipeline of new items, product improvements, sustainable enhancements, process development designs, technology initiatives, and margin enhancements. This role involves hands-on technical testing, supplier collaboration, scientific analysis, and detailed documentation, ensuring the successful development and launch of high-quality, consumer-focused products. The ideal candidate will possess a strong foundation in engineering principles, a keen interest in innovation, and a commitment to supporting The Honest Company's business objectives.

What You'll Do:

  • Technical Testing and Validation: Coordinate and execute technical testing of softgoods materials and products. Test and validate new designs in collaboration with Contract Manufacturers (CMs).
  • Supplier Collaboration: Participate in supplier meetings and track/coordinate technical development tasks and milestones.
  • Product Development Support: Assist in the design, development, and launch of consumer goods. Provide project execution to ensure successful transition to commercialization and launch.
  • Market and Regulatory Awareness: Maintain knowledge of market demands, user needs, and regulatory requirements specific to the consumer products industry.
  • Scientific Analysis: Utilize scientific principles including statistical analysis, Design of Experiments (DOE), problem-solving, and root cause analysis.
  • Senior Engineer Support: Support Senior Engineers in executing product innovation aligned with strategic business plans and goals.
  • Innovation and Problem Solving: Employ innovative approaches based on available scientific knowledge to projects.
  • Documentation and Reporting: Coordinate and document knowledge, and report R&D work for each project. Summarize data and present findings for analysis and recommendations.
  • Intellectual Property Support: Support the protection of technologies, processes, materials, and products via appropriate use of patents and trade secrets.
  • Industry Trend Monitoring: Stay updated on industry trends and competitor products, using insights to guide product engineering decisions.

What You'll Bring: 

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, or related field

  • 1–3 years of experience in product development, ideally in consumer goods or softgoods

  • Hands-on experience with materials testing, validation, and analysis

  • Familiarity with statistical tools, root cause analysis, and Design of Experiments (DOE)

  • Strong collaboration skills with suppliers and cross-functional teams

  • Clear and organized communicator with strong documentation abilities

  • Curiosity and drive for innovation and continuous improvement

  • Awareness of market trends, user needs, and regulatory considerations

Compensation 

The pay range for this role is $78,400 - $107,700. Actual compensation is based on many factors including but not limited to depth of experience, skill level, ability, knowledge, education, certifications, and specific work location. This may be different in other locations due to differences in the cost of labor. 

The total rewards package for this position may also include base, annual incentive plan, benefits, retirement plan, equity, and Employee Stock Purchase Plan.

Benefits & Perks

At Honest, we’re all about investing in our people. We’re dedicated to providing a benefits package that supports your well-being, growth, and balance. Check out our benefits and perks we offer to help you thrive both in and out of the office:

  • Comprehensive Health & Wellness 🏥: We’ve got you covered with top-tier health, dental, and vision plans to keep you and your family feeling great.
  • 401k with Company Match 💰: Your future matters to us. We match your 401k contributions to help you secure a strong financial future.
  • Wellness & Fitness 💪: Stay healthy with a monthly fitness reimbursement and, for those in our Playa Vista office, an onsite gym to keep you active and energized.
  • Work-Life Balance ⚖️: We value your time. We provide a generous and flexible vacation policy to relax, recharge, and spend time on what matters most.
  • Family-Friendly Leave 👶: Growing your family? We offer generous maternity and paternity leave to support you during this exciting journey.
  • Ownership & Equity 💼: Ownership isn’t just a mindset here—it’s real. Every full time employee is granted equity, giving you a direct stake in our future. When we win, you win.
  • Education Reimbursement 🎓: We’re committed to your growth—whether it’s for professional development or a new passion, we offer education reimbursement to help you learn and level up.
  • Pet Insurance 🐾: We love your furry family members too! Our pet insurance ensures your pets are taken care of, because they’re part of the family.
  • Employee Discounts 🛍️: Treat yourself and your loved ones to Honest products with exclusive employee discounts.

Please note: Benefits offerings may vary based on the position and geographic location.

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