Product Engineer I

Springs Window Fashions•Waukegan, IL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Product Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, and optimizing products to meet customer needs and company goals. Their duties typically include collaborating with cross-functional teams, conducting testing and analysis, ensuring product quality, and supporting product lifecycle management. They often work on improving product functionality, features, and manufacturing processes. This role will coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure seamless product launches, optimize production processes, and maintain quality standards. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering or a related field, along with at least one year of experience in product development, design, or engineering. Proven experience in manufacturing process development and optimization, preferably in a high-volume production environment, is required. Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, knowledge of CAD/CAM software, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies are essential. The role also requires excellent communication and teamwork abilities, a strong understanding of product development and production processes, the ability to work cross-functionally and manage multiple projects, and effective organizational skills.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering or related field.
At least one year of experience in product development, design, or engineering.
Proven experience in manufacturing process development and optimization, preferably in a high-volume production environment.
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
Knowledge of CAD/CAM software, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies.
Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
Strong understanding of product development and production processes.
Ability to work cross-functionally and manage multiple projects.
Effective communication and organizational skills.
Core tools PFEMA, APQP, PPAP, MSA, SPC.
MS Office.
Proactively contributes to the team.
Planning and prioritizing activities.
Excellent negotiations skills.
Ability to present data effectively.

Nice To Haves

Project management certification (e.g., PMP).
Experience with project management and Agile methodology.
Knowledge of manufacturing processes and materials.
Familiarity with regulatory standards relevant to the industry.

Responsibilities

Design and develop new products and improve existing products based on customer feedback and market research.
Conduct feasibility studies, prototype development, and testing to validate product designs.
Collaborate with manufacturing to optimize production processes and ensure product quality.
Analyze product performance and identify areas for improvement.
Maintain detailed documentation of product specifications, design changes, and testing results.
Support troubleshooting and resolution of product issues post-launch.
Ensure compliance with industry standards and safety regulations.
Develop and manage detailed NPI plans, schedules, and timelines.
Perform design for manufacturability (DFM) reviews and provide feedback.
Serve as a point of contact between engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain teams.
Facilitate continuous improvement initiatives related to new products.
Coordinate and support pilot production runs and initial high-volume production.
Create Presentations to review with High management team.
Complete improvement projects, as necessary.
Work with the support departments to drive results.
Follow 6s procedures.
Interact with Toolroom and Maintenance Departments on equipment and tool repair and development of new equipment and tools to sustain quality.
Attend daily huddles and other meetings to ensure smooth flow of communication.
Follow safety policies and procedures. Attending regularly scheduled safety meetings.