New Product Development Engineer

Millerbernd Manufacturing•Winsted, MN

31d•$88,000 - $110,000•Onsite

About The Position

NOW HIRING: Millerbernd Manufacturing is hiring a New Product Development (NPD) Engineer to join our Circular Products team in Winsted, MN! The NPD Engineer is responsible for multiple projects driving profitable growth. Projects will vary depending on size and scope, requiring flexibility and tailored project management solutions. This role will include direct interaction with a broad range of internal senior, technical and functional leadership as well as our customers' teams. This is an onsite opportunity based in Winsted, MN.

Requirements

Preferred candidates will have Bachelors degree in engineering and 5+ years of experience OR equivalent combination of education and 8+ years of experience in a manufacturing setting.
A strong understanding of project management principles and software tools; PMP certification is a plus.
Subject matter expert in welding and steel technology
Subject matter expert in mechanics, electronics and equipment controls
Maintain broad knowledge of product design, manufacture and assembly techniques.
Strong organizational skills
Ability and willingness to take a "hands-on" approach to meeting project scope and timing including assisting project team members in completion of deliverables as needed
Computer literate; particularly in word processing, spreadsheet, email
Read and interpret customer specifications and industry standards
Ability to solve practical problems and make decisions
Effective and appropriate verbal and written communication skills
Work with others as part of a high-performance team
Adapt to changing work priorities

Nice To Haves

Strong financial skills a plus
A strong understanding of project management principles and software tools; PMP certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute project plans for new products
Achieve approval of APL, QPL, and specified products
Ensure market requirements are established and attained
Support market growth through innovative solutions
Responsible for day-to-day management of the project team as well as communication with key stakeholders and subject matter experts to ensure successful project execution is met
Ensure that projects are on schedule, on scope and on budget
Lead project teams to ensure the quality of project deliverables match the business strategy
Identify risks (cost, schedule) to project deliverables, clearly communicate those risks to stakeholders and develop plans to minimize those risks
Submit capital investment requests with supporting business case justifications and drive the execution of capital projects
Design scale up equipment to meet safety, quality, and functionality based on input from customers
Engage with sales team for process requirements
Collaborate with manufacturing to ensure equipment is reliable and meets quality and cost targets
This activity includes design for manufacturability for new products as well as enhancements to existing equipment
Support transition of design concepts, detailed design and product release information to manufacturing partners (internal or external)
Provide ongoing technical/engineering oversight to manufacturing partners (internal and external)

Benefits

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance - Two medical plan options, with company HSA contributions
Health & Flexible Spending Accounts (HSA/FSA) - For medical and dependent care expenses
Life & Disability Insurance - Company-paid basic life, AD&D, and short-/long-term disability
Voluntary Benefits - Including optional life, legal & ID protection, accident & critical illness insurance
401(k) with 4% Match - Immediate vesting
Incentive Pay - Performance-based bonus programs depending on your role and shift
Certain roles are eligible for the Performance-based "Freight Train Profit Sharing (FTPS)" Incentive plans
This team incentive plan has a weekly goal and a weekly stretch goal
If goals are achieved, the monthly payout can be up to $1,000 per eligible employee
Unlimited Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
Tuition Reimbursement - Up to $5,250/year for job-related education
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Free, confidential support services
Onsite Training - Includes leadership, welding, and language courses
Uniform Subsidy - For eligible roles