Product Development Engineer

Berkshire•Whitsett, NC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Berkshire is the global contamination control leader for cleanroom and controlled environment consumable products. We provide customers with technically advanced materials aimed at application performance. We focus on total solutions that consistently minimize the risk of product and process contamination. With our customer relationships we continuously focus on complete engineered clean solutions. For over 55 years, Berkshire has understood and delivered world class manufacturing, reliable supply chain, highest standards for quality, technically advanced products assuring mutual success each step of the way. Berkshire Corporation is looking for a proactive, detail-oriented strategist who balances independent initiative with a collaborative spirit. The ideal candidate is a professional of high integrity who tackles complex problems with a positive, solution-focused mindset. Demonstrates integrity and professionalism. Possesses strong problem-solving skills; able to collect, analyze, and interpret data, synthesize and analyze alternatives and recommend the best final solution. Able to successfully manage multiple projects while maintaining a high attention to detail and adhering to established deadlines. Adapts readily to the changing needs of a small company. A self-starter dedicated to continuously increasing their technical and market knowledge level. Able to work well unattended and as a leader of teams and projects.

Requirements

BS or MS in an engineering, textile, or science related discipline.
1-5 years of experience working in a manufacturing company with familiarity with ERP systems, process and industrial engineering, as well as a product development processes.
Strong working knowledge with statistical quality control and quality improvement methods is required.
Ability to effectively communicate with internal and external customers professionally in both verbal and written form.
Strong MS Excel skills.
Possess Lean/Six Sigma Certification, or willing to obtain.
Strong attention to detail to work with ISO 9001 documentation requirements.
Demonstrate investigational and problem-solving skills.
Strong interpersonal skills, ability to successfully collaborate with diverse individuals at various levels both within the company and outside with vendors or customers.

Nice To Haves

Minitab experience
Textile industry experience – nonwovens, yarns, knitting, and/or finishing
Critical environment industry experience (pharmaceutical, medical device, healthcare, clean room, semiconductor)

Responsibilities

Facilitates research and process engineering developments in conjunction with the VP Operations / R&D, Manufacturing Manager, Marketing Director, and Business Unit Management.
Manages cost analysis through the NonStandard Quote (NSQ) process, while maintaining detailed records for all Nonstandard quotations.
Works with Finance and Manufacturing departments to outline and link new products and processes to current and planned rates, costs, and efficiencies for detailed cost modeling and margin analysis.
Facilitates ERP (M3) administration through Bills of Material (BOMs), in relation to NSQs and commercialized opportunities.
Follows product launches through the Berkshire Corporation Development (BCD) process and through commercialized release of 1st production runs.
Evaluates, analyzes, and makes recommendations on products, designs, and cost improvements to improve the competitive position of the company.
Maintains and organizes detailed records of development activities including prototypes, BCDs and Berkshire Corporation Quality (BCQs), data, reports and changes to design requirements.
Analyzes test data to determine if designs meet functional and performance specifications.
Develops raw material and finished product specifications based on customer needs and statistical evaluation of product performance measurements.
Works with vendors to improve products and alter processes to provide products with superior performance to the market.
Provides technical support to the manufacturing team as needed or as required on a project by project basis.