Product Engineer

MinebeaMitsumi Companies•Laconia, NH

12h

About The Position

The Product Engineer designs bearing assemblies and components to fit customer applications. The role partners closely with the sales department, customers, and vendors to identify requirements and develop drawings and technical specifications that ensure manufactured products meet or exceed those requirements. The engineer also provides internal expertise across manufacturing, quality, sales, and production control, and collaborates with cross-functional teams to support successful product delivery. The position requires a bachelor's degree in engineering and at least two years of experience in design engineering or a closely related field. It involves extended periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer, access to all areas of an industrial facility, and occasional travel may be required.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in engineering.
Minimum of two years of experience in design engineering or a closely related field.
Proficiency with computer design systems, including SolidWorks and CAD, and Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
Extensive knowledge of bearing design and engineering principles, with the ability to work independently to complete projects and assignments.
Excellent attention to detail.
Self-starter with a team-oriented approach.
Excellent written and oral communication skills with employees at all levels.
Ability to build professional, cooperative relationships with customers and external partners on behalf of NHBB.
Creative problem-solving ability and capacity to make timely decisions that consider the interests of both the customer and NHBB.
Ability to access and navigate all areas of the industrial facility.

Responsibilities

Partner with customers and stakeholders to develop specifications and designs that meet customer requirements while considering production capabilities and long-term strategies for the customer and NHBB.
Calculate cost analyses and complete sales and vendor drawings as needed.
Provide internal expertise and support for manufacturing, quality, sales, and production control activities involved in delivering products to meet customer needs.
Investigate and analyze new materials, equipment, and engineering practices.
Review drawings to assess alternative production techniques and recommend improvements to cost and quality.
Prepare data, drawings, and presentations to communicate project information professionally and in an organized manner.
Mentor new team members as assigned to improve department capabilities.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide engineering recommendations and share best practices.
Maintain an understanding of industry standards and trends to improve processes within the primary work area.
Comply with safety and environmental rules and regulations, maintain an organized work area, and report concerns to leadership or the Safety team.