Product Engineer

Helen of Troy•New York, NY

13d•Hybrid

About The Position

Our Home & Outdoor division is united by thoughtful design and lasting quality. From kitchens to campsites, we provide consumers with premium, innovative products for life -- in and out of the home. This business unit includes our OXO , Osprey, and Hydro Flask brands, and this role may support one or more of these brands. Look around your home, and you'll find us everywhere, in your kitchen, living room, bedroom, and bathroom. We are already making your everyday lives better. We are powered by knowledgeable, enthusiastic, and forward-thinking people committed to developing a culture of inclusion. Whether you are just starting your career or in need of a challenge, we recognize, develop, and empower talent!

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university in mechanical engineering, product engineering, or electromechanical engineering
2+ years of professional experience in related field.
Knowledge of either Creo or SolidWorks CAD software.
Knowledge of common consumer product manufacturing methods such as plastic injection molding, sheet metal fabrication, metal CNC machining, overmolding, and/or compression molding
General shop and prototyping skills such as measuring, cutting, drilling, gluing, sanding, etc.,
Software knowledge in Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint.
Ability to travel internationally to Asia (10%) as needed.
Authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of common consumer product materials such as plastics, metals, silicone, and fasteners
Knowledge of common assembly/joining methods such as plastic snap design, overmolding, ultrasonic welding, and common metal components such as screws, pins, springs, etc.,
Basic understanding of electrical schematics/systems and ability to troubleshoot

Responsibilities

Evaluating and directing functional and technical aspects of new products in collaboration with internal and external design firms
Cooperating with manufacturing partners in the production of new products in a wide range of materials and manufacturing methods
Working with manufacturers and quality team to improve the quality of existing products
Reviewing and critiquing designs received as CAD files from design firms and soliciting feedback from manufacturers
Creating prototype samples by ordering from external fabricators or in-house fabrication methods
Preparing designs for quoting by preparing bills of materials, functional/quality requirements, and key manufacturing questions
Collaborating with product managers to review and compare quotes from multiple manufacturers
Meeting with design firms to provide insight on design decisions as they relate to material selection, manufacturing methods, assembly methods, and cost
Reviewing and critiquing pre-production samples from manufacturers
Ensuring that new products meet standards of performance and quality by designing product testing procedures and conducting testing
Approving product for mass production when acceptable quality is achieved.