Product Engineer

Hapco • Abingdon, VA

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About The Position

The Product Engineer I focuses on the development, implementation, and improvement of all products, new and existing, that are manufactured by Hapco. The Product Engineer I will utilize sound engineering practices when designing, evaluating, and resolving issues related to products, new and existing. The Product Engineer I should establish and maintain strong working relationships with both internal and external customers.

Requirements

• Business related computer literacy
• Analytical problem solving skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Multi-task-oriented skills
• An Associates degree in Engineering Technology
• At least (1) year of working experience

Nice To Haves

• A Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Mechanical, or Aerospace Engineering (waives the experience requirement)

Responsibilities

• Learn existing product lines and assist the Design Engineering group with project reviews as needed
• Prepare detailed drawings, using AutoDesk programs (AutoCAD, Inventor, etc.), while maintaining established practices and techniques for drafting, design, and production standards
• Perform engineering calculations to assist and justify design decisions; emphasis on structural load, stress/strain, and kinetic calculations; Both hand calculations and FEA may be required
• Conduct physical testing of products, such as static load tests, vibratory tests, and impact tests
• Utilize a variety of computer software for daily tasks, such as AutoDesk programs, Microsoft Excel, PTC MathCAD Prime, and Manufactured Resource Planning (MRP) systems
• Review projects and products with cross-functional teams
• Obtain a working understanding of codes and design standards that are applicable to Hapco products, such as the AASHTO SLTS and LRFDLTS, NAAMM, ADM, AWS D1.1 and D1.2, and ANSI C136 standards
• Ensure products and designs are compliant with applicable codes and design standards
• Interpret and implement complex plans, concepts, and specifications into Hapco product design and workflow
• Work effectively, both independently and in groups, with minimal supervision
• Follow verbal and written instructions with minimal supervision
• Multi-task and continually prioritize tasks to be completed throughout each day
• Train and assist co-workers and external customers with product knowledge
• Occasional travel for business purposes will be required. Travel could include customer meetings, industry meetings, field issue analysis, etc.
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree