Product Engineer
Kelly Engineering Resources
Engineering, Manufacturing, Other
Midland
Michigan
Product Engineer Job Description
PRODUCT ENGINEER Midland, MI
Our client in the Midland, MI area, a highly reputable manufacturer, is currently seeking a full time, direct hire Product Engineer to join their staff. This person will be responsible for developing, engineering, testing, and pricing new, existing, and customized products.
Major Duties and Responsibilities:
* Develop, engineer, test and price new, existing and customized products. Develop new testing methods as needed.
* Conduct process engineering and develop manufacturing standards.
* Build prototypes for evaluation and testing.
* Complete necessary process documentation. Input and maintain product information in ERP software.
* Work with appropriate personnel to ensure optimization of materials and labor.
* Complete all tasks necessary to ensure the successful front-end processing of custom products.
* Serve as a liaison with Manufacturing, Account Management, Material Services, Customers and Dealers.
* Consult with customers to ensure their needs are understood and met with product and service solutions.
* Work with Sales and Marketing to establish and maintain the product development and management schedule. Shift and adjust priorities as necessary to ensure deadlines are met.
* Visit the production floor as required to ensure accurate and complete production of products.
* Strive to obtain departmental goals that drive continuous performance improvement.
* Keep up to date on competitive product offerings in an effort to understand market requirements and opportunities.
* Create, complete, and submit appropriate reports, forms and other paperwork.
* Work in an extremely safe manner, following all safety rules and regulations.
* Support and uphold the companys values Teamwork, Integrity, Positive Attitude, Achievement and Growth.
* Develop teamwork by establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with all employees and business contacts.
* Exhibit respect and truthfulness in every interaction, while doing what we say well do.
* Work with enthusiasm, remain optimistic, and seek innovative solutions to problems.
* Work with focus, discipline and a sense of urgency to accomplish personal, professional and company goals.
* Demonstrate an intolerance for complacency and fearlessly pursue new opportunities and innovations.
* Understand, embrace and adhere to the principles of continuous improvement.
* Maintain an acceptable attendance record.
* Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
* Bachelors degree in Engineering (Preferably Mechanical Engineering or related)
* 5 years of product engineering experience.
* Knowledgeable and experienced in such manufacturing processes as woodworking, sheet metal forming and fabrication, laser cutting, machining and assembly.
* Familiarity with clients products and product lines, including construction knowledge.
* Working knowledge of continuous improvement and LEAN manufacturing principles.
* Understanding of cost estimating and pricing functions.
* Good written and verbal presentation skills, including the ability to work with customer and document and translate their requirements into product solutions.
* Strong technical writing skills related to product specifications, instructions and testing procedures.
* Practical experience in using Excel, Word, Outlook, AutoCad, Solid Works and other such software applications, as well as familiarity with or the ability to learn in-house programs such as VisionCase.
Physical Requirements:
* While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, talk, see and hear. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl and reach with hands and arms. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move 50 or more pounds. Occasional travel and/or driving is required. Noise levels are typically low to moderate.
Our client offers tremendous opportunity, coupled with competitive pay & outstanding benefits. Qualified & interested parties are invited to today!
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