Lead Product Engineer

Fecon • Lebanon, OH

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About The Position

FECON, LLC is a vegetation management equipment manufacturer located in Lebanon, Ohio near Kings Island Amusement Park. FECON is known for having very high-quality products and a team culture - and we are growing! We design, build, test, sell and service our equipment consisting of products such as our well-known 'Bull Hog' mulchers, the Stump Ex, our high-quality FTX tractors of varying horsepower, as well as many other attachments. We offer competitive wages, full health care benefits and a continuous learning culture for those who want to grow with the company. The Lead Product Engineer is responsible for the implementation and maintenance of innovative, cost-effective product designs that are properly documented for manufacturing; the accurate, timely management of assigned projects; and provides technical expertise that assists in the resolution of production related issues.

Requirements

• Minimum of 2-year degree in Engineering.
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology (MET) or Mechanical Engineering (ME) is preferred.
• 4-10 years of engineering-related experience in a co-op or work-related role.
• Ability to speak with poise and confidence and read write and speak fluent English.
• Advanced problem-solving skills, conflict resolution, project management skills.
• Demonstrated track record of strong execution against priorities.
• Clear thinker with strong verbal/communication skills.
• Experience and/or ability to leverage online/software documentation and tools to facilitate project milestone tracking.

Responsibilities

• Works with production teams and operations staff to coordinate the timing and understand the effects of design changes on Production.
• Ensures Floor Supervisors have possession of and comprehend the most current drawings, production changes, and build procedures.
• Seeks feedback from production on proposed process and design changes and implements changes as necessary.
• Performs engineering change notices (ECN) to drive the resolution of quality issues.
• Acts as a technical product expert and resource to assist internal teams in resolving escalated product technical and operational issues.
• Collaborates with the manufacturing and engineering team to assist with finding cost reduction solutions.
• Collaborate with Supplier Development Engineer and vendors on new product launches to assist in supply chain readiness.
• Acts as a technical expert for field campaign information to assist Customer Service with repair or update documentation.
• Participates in gate meetings to report out on project status, design or specification issues.
• Designs, modifies, documents, and implements efficient, cost-effective, safe and reliable products using CAD software.
• Participates in team meetings to provide status updates, discuss changes, and prioritize tasks.
• Collaborates with the Design Engineering team on the development of new products.
• Collaborates with Production Administration on the use of parts and design changes that affect inventory and ERP system information.
• Reviews designs with the Engineering Manager for approval and feedback.
• Utilizes the Engineering Manager and Director of Engineering as a resource for coaching, guidance, and the prioritization of projects.
• Mentors and assigns tasks to co-ops as needed.
• Participates in maintaining and conducting inventory to ensure an accurate account of parts and supplies available.
• Actively participates in engineering related continuing education and training.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Competitive wages
• Full health care benefits
• Continuous learning culture

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Machinery Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees