Associate Product Engineer

ASSA ABLOY•Mason City, IA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Are you a recent college graduate with an Engineering degree? Do you want the opportunity to gain exposure, be mentored and grow within an Engineering Team? Are you passionate about creating and/or re-tooling products to answer customer’s needs? If you answered yes to these questions, then this Associate Product Engineer position could be for you! Although this role will be based out of our Curries brand location, this is an ASSA ABLOY group level role. This position will be based on-site out of our manufacturing facility located in Mason City, Iowa. We are growing and there has never been a more exciting time to join us! Come see who we are at: https://www.assaabloy.com/group/en/about-us What would you do as our Associate Product Engineer? You will support the Product Engineering team by assisting with the analysis of product design requirements in collaboration with Product Management and cross-functional partners. Under the guidance of more experienced engineers, you will help ensure new or improved designs meet customer needs while balancing functionality, sustainability, reliability, manufacturability, and aesthetics. You will also assist with validating manufacturing processes to ensure product specifications and standards are met.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Product Design Engineering
Internship, co-op, or early-career experience in a manufacturing or engineering environment preferred
Exposure to sheet metal product design and fabrication is a plus
Working knowledge of CAD tools such as AutoCAD, ProEngineer, or SolidWorks, with the ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings
Strong desire to learn, along with solid analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities with guidance and support
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, etc.)
PLEASE NOTE: We may be able to offer relocation assistance. However, at this time, we are unable to offer employment-based visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Internship, co-op, or early-career experience in a manufacturing or engineering environment preferred
Exposure to sheet metal product design and fabrication is a plus

Responsibilities

Assist with preparing and maintaining design and product specifications, design guidelines, and design plans
Support the review and analysis of customer design proposals, specifications, manuals, and related data to help evaluate feasibility, cost, and maintenance requirements
Develop and update drawings for new or improved product designs using CAD software, with review and guidance from senior engineers
Assist with creating and executing product test plans, including alpha, beta, durability, and compliance testing
Learn and apply engineering analysis tools (e.g., DFMEA, PFMEA, VSA, FEA) to help identify potential product or process issues
Support material selection efforts for new or improved product designs in collaboration with Supply Chain and ASSA ABLOY sustainability guidelines
Assist with developing and documenting specifications for purchased materials and components
Support product costing activities by assisting with material, labor, and overhead cost analysis
Participate in Value Analysis / Value Engineering activities as part of a cross-functional team
Assist with testing and verification activities for internal requirements and external third-party certification agencies (e.g., UL, Intertek, FBC) and industry organizations (e.g., SDI, NAAMM/HMMA)
Participate in field activities with Product Management, such as Voice of Customer (VOC) data gathering, to help identify product improvement opportunities and inform new product development
Actively contribute to a safe, collaborative, and respectful working environment
Follow federal, state, local, and corporate governance policies, AADG programs, and the ASSA ABLOY Code of Conduct
Perform other duties as assigned

Benefits

Competitive salary
Paid vacation, sick time, and company holidays
Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, and short- and long-term disability coverage
401(k) program with company contributions
Tuition reimbursement, learning, and career development opportunities
Onsite health clinic
Flexible spending programs
Employee Assistance Program
Discount portal
Recognition, well-being, and employee experience programs designed to support you throughout your career