What you will do?
* implement product engineering initiatives efficiently, under corporate policies, procedures and specifications, to produce within the parameters of quality and target cost.
* support production by assessing product engineering issues of diverse scope that arise on the production line.
* collaborate with all departments of the plant to find the root cause and solution of problems related to design, quality, suppliers, product or process.
* work with global design team to resolve design related issues.
* assist in product launches and gathering information for the product development process.
* propose, evaluate and implement product improvements.
how you will do it:
* create detailed product functional specifications using inputs from sales, product management, and the voice of the customer.
* determine timelines and budgets for completion of engineering tasks within the product development process.
* develop product design concepts, lead prototype generation, and coordinate design and product verification testing.
* evaluate and approve design changes, specifications, and drawing releases.
* provide mentorship to new and/or less experienced co-workers.
what we look for:
* bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering.
* 4+ years’ experience in design, product development or r&d.
* academic and experienced based understanding of fundamental engineering theories, mathematics, mechanics, and physical science concepts to the job.
* ability to perform root cause analysis and corrective actions on difficult problems.
* strong interpersonal skills and decision-making ability.
* effective and professional communication with the ability to write reports and convey detailed technical information.
preferred:
* experience with a stage-gate product development process.
* functional knowledge of process methods and tools such as dfmea, dvp&r, doe, risk analysis.
* ability for occasional travel.
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