PRODUCT ENGINEER I

LISI•City of Industry, CA

21h

About The Position

The individual in the Product Engineer I position is responsible for providing technical support to all Operational and Sales departments and outside customers on the development of specialty fasteners. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES . Other duties may be assigned. Reasonable accommodation for disabilities may be made for one or more of the following: Reviews customer drawings and specifications. Analyzes new or updated customer requirements. Ensures equivalent site parts meet customer drawing/specification requirements. Designs or modifies products for customers to utilize in new applications. Prepares and maintains sales and manufacturing drawings; may prepare tooling drawings, overlays, drawings for test fixtures and equipment. Prepares and updates Process Control Requirements; PCD’s. Interfaces with Manufacturing, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality Control, Document Control, Suppliers and the customer to coordinate and communicate engineering requirements. Interfaces with Sales Department in creation and revision of company sales publications. Provides support in adding and updating Item Master codification / engineering ERP records. Investigates manufacturing problems and recommends solutions as identified through the MRB process. Interfaces with customers and field support resources on technical issues. Provides technical support and engineering project management on assigned fastener products. Will continuously look for and review applicable emerging technologies related to existing and new product development and in parallel with core competencies and manufacturing techniques. Responsible for complying with the rules and regulations set forth by Federal, Local, and State government, LISI Aerospace, and MDK Procedures. Responsible for attending all training provided and for adhering to all HSE procedures, policies, and plans, conforming to reporting requirements, and safe operating procedures at all times. Required to bring any known or suspected nonconformance for all company procedures or legal requirements to management’s attention immediately. Continually seek opportunities to improve our HSE performance by establishing objectives and targets, measuring progress, and reporting our results. Other duties may be assigned. Ways of working, Experience, and Behaviors To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies: Analytical – Ability to analyze and understand complex information, product specification, and critical technical information. Able to scrutinize information providing succinct information on risks and proposed actions Technical Skills – Understands and has working knowledge of ISO 9001, AS 9100, NADCAP, Mil-Specs, ITAR, General aircraft construction and aircraft industry trends, Aircraft fasteners industry and Aerospace specifications, machine tools, forging and metal processing. Able to use mechanical testing equipment. Able to clearly share expertise and transfer technical knowledge to others; Working in problem solving team environment; Communicates technical knowledge and expertise with customers to instill confidence regarding quality function. Oral Communication – Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens intently to others and seeks clarification; Provides clear and pleasant responses to inquiries regardless of the situation. Written Communication – Writes technical documents clearly and accurately; Transfers technical data into meaningful written documents that can be understood by all levels of the organization. Team Work – Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests. Business Acumen – Understands business implications of decisions; Displays orientation to profitability; Demonstrates knowledge of market and competition; Aligns work with strategic goals. Cost Consciousness – Works within the direction of the department’s resources; Contributes to profits and revenue; Conserves organizational resources. Adaptability – Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events. Planning/Organizing – Manages multiple projects, Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives; Develops realistic action plans. Professionalism – Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments. Supervisory Responsibilities No Supervisory responsibilities. May assist in the coaching and development of interns, or less experience personnel under the supervision of management. . ESSENTIAL JOB REQUIREMENTS SKILLS AND ABILITIES Education and/or Experience Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering or a related technical field Working experience of manufacturing environment procedures, methods, design and documentation Working knowledge of machine tools and forging preferred Working knowledge of relevant engineering applications, technical reading and writing; knowledge of manufacturing Or equivalent combination of experience and related education Language Skills Ability to read, analyze and interpret professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence and procedure manuals. The ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers and the general public. Computer Skills To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of 2D and 3D CAD software; Testing software; Simulation software; Database software; Internet software; Inventory software; Manufacturing (Lawson Movex preferred) software; and Microsoft Office software. Reasoning Ability Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form. Ability to effectively resolve problems based on sound logic and a reasonable thought process. Certificates, licenses, registrations Evidence of “US person” is required under ITAR PHYSICAL DEMANDS, WORK ENVIRONMENT, HEALTH AND ,SAFETY Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit for extended periods of time, and to speak or listen. The employee is frequently required to sit and requires eye-hand coordination, repetitive hand movement and manual dexterity use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is occasionally required to stand for extended periods of time and walk. The employee must occasionally bend, reach to shoulder level and lift, carrying, pushing and/or pulling up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus. Hearing level within normal/average range. Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. ENVIRONMENT, HEALTH AND SAFETY The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is frequently exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals. The employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts and fumes or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The responsibilities of the position include compliance with company and governmental safety, environmental and hazardous materials regulations and procedures. The employee will be required to wear Personal Protective Equipment in specified areas. Participate in the development and promotion of the HSE culture, be exemplary in terms of health, safety and the environment, in particular by : - Respecting and ensuring respect for the instructions and rules established in the field of health, safety and the environment (in particular the LISI golden rules) - Immediately correcting, whenever possible, or reporting to his or her superiors and/or the HSE department, any malfunction or risky situation in the fields of health, safety and environmental protection - Implementing preventive actions to reduce the environmental footprint and control health and safety risks - Participate, upon request, in analyses (of risks, incidents) and HSE working groups related to his/her professional scope - Be familiar with the main health and safety risks and the main environmental impacts relating to the scope of his/her work - Be familiar with the site's HSE policy and objectives - To be able to make proposals for improving working conditions and limiting environmental impact

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering or a related technical field
Working experience of manufacturing environment procedures, methods, design and documentation
Working knowledge of relevant engineering applications, technical reading and writing; knowledge of manufacturing
Ability to read, analyze and interpret professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
Ability to write reports, business correspondence and procedure manuals.
The ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers and the general public.
knowledge of 2D and 3D CAD software; Testing software; Simulation software; Database software; Internet software; Inventory software; Manufacturing (Lawson Movex preferred) software; and Microsoft Office software.
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form.
Ability to effectively resolve problems based on sound logic and a reasonable thought process.
Evidence of “US person” is required under ITAR

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of machine tools and forging preferred

Responsibilities

Reviews customer drawings and specifications.
Analyzes new or updated customer requirements.
Ensures equivalent site parts meet customer drawing/specification requirements.
Designs or modifies products for customers to utilize in new applications.
Prepares and maintains sales and manufacturing drawings; may prepare tooling drawings, overlays, drawings for test fixtures and equipment.
Prepares and updates Process Control Requirements; PCD’s.
Interfaces with Manufacturing, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality Control, Document Control, Suppliers and the customer to coordinate and communicate engineering requirements.
Interfaces with Sales Department in creation and revision of company sales publications.
Provides support in adding and updating Item Master codification / engineering ERP records.
Investigates manufacturing problems and recommends solutions as identified through the MRB process.
Interfaces with customers and field support resources on technical issues.
Provides technical support and engineering project management on assigned fastener products.
Will continuously look for and review applicable emerging technologies related to existing and new product development and in parallel with core competencies and manufacturing techniques.
Responsible for complying with the rules and regulations set forth by Federal, Local, and State government, LISI Aerospace, and MDK Procedures.
Responsible for attending all training provided and for adhering to all HSE procedures, policies, and plans, conforming to reporting requirements, and safe operating procedures at all times.
Required to bring any known or suspected nonconformance for all company procedures or legal requirements to management’s attention immediately.
Continually seek opportunities to improve our HSE performance by establishing objectives and targets, measuring progress, and reporting our results.