Product Engineering - Product Engineer I

EQI

12h•Hybrid

About The Position

The Product Engineer is responsible for ensuring accurate technical requirements are identified for quoting and that conforming products are sourced, developed, and qualified to the customer’s requirements. This cradle-to-grave engineering position incorporates elements from several disciplines: manufacturing engineering (casting, forging, machining, painting, plating, heat treatment), engineering design, quality engineering, and metallurgical & materials engineering. This position reports directly to the VP of Engineering and supports EQI’s global teams.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or Material Science from a four-year accredited college or university
7+ years of relevant work experience
Knowledge of and working experience in metal castings of various processes and materials such as: Processes: Resin sand / Green sand / Vacuum Sand Castings, Investment Castings, Die Castings; Materials: Gray Iron, Steel, Ductile Iron, Aluminum
Proficient in print reading and interpretation for quoting, part design, and inspection
Demonstrated knowledge of geometric design and tolerance (GD&T) and gage design and function
Knowledge of AIAG standards (PFD, FMEA, Control Plans, APQP)
Demonstrated ability to investigate quality problems and to apply sound technical judgment to develop possible solutions
Proficient oral and written communication skills
Able to multi-task effectively
Demonstrated high level of interpersonal skills to effectively lead technical discussions and facilitate solutions
High level of analytical ability to assess and identify appropriate alternative courses of action for definition and resolution of problems that are unique and diverse
Familiarity with supplier quality standards, policies, and procedures
Ability to exercise independent judgment is required
Ability to effectively organize and plan

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of production CNC machining, fixtures, and inspection preferred
Demonstrated knowledge of statistical quality tools and their application, e.g. design of experiments and Six Sigma tools and methodology is an asset

Responsibilities

Ensure all aspects of product conformance during the product development cycle, from RFQ technical review, development kickoff review, development, and qualification & approval, including all dimensional, material, metallurgical, and finish requirements.
Provide technical ownership throughout the lifecycle of a product to address any production issue, part quality, design concerns, or other actions inherent to the technical aspects of the product. Collects and analyzes relevant data and effectively communicates the issues and solutions to EQI teams, the customer, and the supplier as required. Able to support this function with minimal oversight, including independent customer or supplier visits as required.
Provide technical input during reviews of customer designs and RFQ packages – including review of material specifications, GD&T, manufacturability, cleaning, surface coating, and packaging. Leverage experience and provide valuable input to improve the overall design of products for manufacturability, cost effectiveness, strength, and durability.
Understand customer quality requirements and effectively communicate them to the EQI global supply chain. Leverage experience to advise on technically accurate and comprehensive work instructions and communicate effectively with the supply chain to avoid any misunderstanding of the requirements.
Interact directly with the customer to understand and clarify product requirements and verify compliance to satisfy customer requirements during RFQ, development, and APQP PPAP process. Able to support this function with minimal oversight or supervision, including independent customer visits for this purpose.
Develop relationships with customer Engineering groups and represent EQI’s interests in a variety of functions – sales, engineering, quality, and customer service.
Review and approve PPAP submissions for new and existing products. Partner with the supply chain team to resolve PPAP discrepancies and submit approved PPAPs to the customer.
Provide technical leadership in change management, including ECN and Process Change Requests (PCR), to ensure product data integrity and that correct revisions are stored and used. Implement and monitor best practices in change management.
Serve as the primary point of contact for technical issues for both customer and supply chain support.