Product Development Engineer

Dentalez • Bay Minette, AL

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About The Position

As a Product Development Engineer, you will be responsible for the design and development of new products, from conception, into feasibility and through launch, as well as the implementation of product improvements, cost reductions, and product issue resolution efforts for existing product lines. Some of the Essential Duties and Responsibilities include: Collaborate with Marketing and other Engineering support areas to provide input for new product concepts based upon functional requirements provided by sales and marketing as well as personal innovation. Coordinate the collection new product ideas and incorporate this information into drawings or schematics through modeling in Creo, AutoCAD or other associated CAD software. Assist in the design of 3-D models of components and assemblies and define the relationships (tolerances between components) for various mechanical parts and systems. Translate 3-D models into component or assembly drawings utilizing appropriate ISO or ANSI drafting standards, including coordinate or GTD tolerancing. Prepare and approve product design and test plans, manage design reviews, and recommend adequate changes to the approved models before actual role out of new products. Evaluate existing designs for performance and/or manufacturing enhancements and improved product reliability and manufacturability. Develop and author test protocols and conduct testing for design verification and compile validation reports. Prompt regular attendance is required. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required: Education and/or Experience: Minimum four-year technical degree in Engineering or a related field. Three to eight years' experience in a regulated, stage gate product development process. Strong knowledge of machined products, quality assurance standards, fits and the ability to interpret mechanical drawings accurately including appropriate use of GD&T. Experience designing products within a manufacturing environment with project leadership responsibility. Working knowledge of pneumatics, control system, wire harnessing and electro-mechanical systems. Experience within an FDA registered facility or ISO 9000/9001 or knowledge of stage gate product development processes. Language Skills: Read, write, and verbally communicate in English. Excellent communication skill, both written and oral. Computer Skills: Proficiency in using the personal computer, including Windows-based applications. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite Applications. Modeling and drafting skills with 3-D CAD modeling software such as Solid Edge, AutoCAD or Creo, Knowledge of basic machining, tooling, and gauging principals. Experience with Oracle, SAP, or similar inventory control system a plus. About You Do you have the ability to define problems, collect inputs and formulate solutions which can be visualized through 3-D CAD images or rapid prototypes? Are you resourceful and a self-starter? Do you have experience systematizing process flows for improved efficiency? Are you conscientious and detail minded? Do you enjoy working in a fast paced, quick changing atmosphere? If you answered yes, then a career at DentalEZ could be a great fit for you. Physical/Mental Demands: Must be alert, able to concentrate, able to use good judgement and analytical skills. Communicates verbally and in writing with employees and outside parties. Reads written information and requires the ability to understand conceptual material. Able to sit, stand and perform repetitive activities for sustained periods of time. Uses hands to type on standard pc keyboard frequently. Must be able to organize documents. Must be able to use a standard personal computer workstation. Must be able to climb stairs. Must be able to lift 50 lbs. Display good concentration abilities, judgment, and analytical skills. Works in normally stressful environment with significant pressure. Move about facility to interact with employees. Multi-task on several jobs at once. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, disability or protected veteran status or any other status protected by law. If you are interested in applying for employment with DentalEZ and need assistance or an accommodation to use our website, please contact us by email or phone. Email: [email protected] Phone: [phone]

Requirements

• Minimum four-year technical degree in Engineering or a related field.
• Three to eight years' experience in a regulated, stage gate product development process.
• Strong knowledge of machined products, quality assurance standards, fits and the ability to interpret mechanical drawings accurately including appropriate use of GD&T.
• Experience designing products within a manufacturing environment with project leadership responsibility.
• Working knowledge of pneumatics, control system, wire harnessing and electro-mechanical systems.
• Experience within an FDA registered facility or ISO 9000/9001 or knowledge of stage gate product development processes.
• Read, write, and verbally communicate in English.
• Excellent communication skill, both written and oral.
• Proficiency in using the personal computer, including Windows-based applications.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite Applications.
• Modeling and drafting skills with 3-D CAD modeling software such as Solid Edge, AutoCAD or Creo
• Knowledge of basic machining, tooling, and gauging principals.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with Oracle, SAP, or similar inventory control system a plus.
• Do you have the ability to define problems, collect inputs and formulate solutions which can be visualized through 3-D CAD images or rapid prototypes?
• Are you resourceful and a self-starter?
• Do you have experience systematizing process flows for improved efficiency?
• Are you conscientious and detail minded?
• Do you enjoy working in a fast paced, quick changing atmosphere?

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Marketing and other Engineering support areas to provide input for new product concepts based upon functional requirements provided by sales and marketing as well as personal innovation.
• Coordinate the collection new product ideas and incorporate this information into drawings or schematics through modeling in Creo, AutoCAD or other associated CAD software.
• Assist in the design of 3-D models of components and assemblies and define the relationships (tolerances between components) for various mechanical parts and systems.
• Translate 3-D models into component or assembly drawings utilizing appropriate ISO or ANSI drafting standards, including coordinate or GTD tolerancing.
• Prepare and approve product design and test plans, manage design reviews, and recommend adequate changes to the approved models before actual role out of new products.
• Evaluate existing designs for performance and/or manufacturing enhancements and improved product reliability and manufacturability.
• Develop and author test protocols and conduct testing for design verification and compile validation reports.
• Prompt regular attendance is required.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees