Project Engineer III
About The Position
The Project Engineer is responsible for the creation and launch of robust new products and improvements to existing products. This role involves organizing and managing project and technical elements to develop innovative solutions that meet or exceed customer expectations, on time and on budget. Kinetico, founded in 1970 by two engineers, is a global organization known for pioneering non-electric, fully automatic water treatment systems. The company has grown significantly, driven by innovation and a strong commitment to customer satisfaction, manufacturing a wide range of systems to improve water quality. Kinetico is part of the Axel Johnson Group of companies and strives to provide employees with opportunities for growth in a motivating environment.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering
- Minimum 3 years of experience managing technical projects
- Minimum 5 years of experience designing new products
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Demonstrated ability leading cross functional teams
- Experience with design processes and tools; FMEA, DFM, DFA, FEA
Nice To Haves
- MBA a plus
- consumer product design a plus
Responsibilities
- Develops project objectives through collaboration with customers, management and cross functional teams using VoC, product performance requirements and financial / timing targets
- Manages cross functional teams across multiple countries, consisting of internal and external resources, to explore product design options and translates plans into executable product designs
- Uses mechanical engineering expertise, principles and processes to create and deliver innovative, customer focused product solutions to the marketplace
- Works closely with supply chain and manufacturing, across multiple countries, to ensure smooth transition of new designs into production
- Prepares project status reports (using stage gate and other methods) by collecting, analyzing and summarizing information
- Recommends actions to improve product performance, profitability, and time to market
- Creates project schedules by calculating time requirements and sequencing project elements
- Maintains project schedules by monitoring project progress, coordinating activities and resolving problems
- Carries out feasibility studies for new product innovations, including conception, design and prototyping
- Validates designs and assures quality through the use of lab and field testing
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Insurance Coverage
- Employer Provided Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Benefits
- 401(k) Contribution Matching Program
- Employer Funded Defined Contribution Plan
- Paid Vacation, Holidays and Community Service Volunteer Time-off Benefit
- Wellness Program
- Educational Assistance Reimbursement Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
