Position Overview

• To manage technical projects including new product design and re-engineering of existing products for improved cost and performance.

• To perform engineering analysis, calculations and detail design of new and existing products.

• To review and verify work of others within the Engineering department under the direction of the Manager.

• To interface with suppliers and customers as required.

Work Environment:
Operates independently under managerial direction from the Product Engineering Manager. Daily contact with other plant area supervisors and staff members for an exchange of information and resolution of production issues.

Business Environment:
Required to have general understanding of duties of other departmental groups.

Internal/External Relationships:
Contact with suppliers and customers regarding issues or to provide technical assistance.

Supervisory Responsibilities:
Support Product Engineering Manager by verifying outputs from the technical team.

Knowledge and Experience

1. Engineering degree.

2. Experience in mechanical design of products, materials properties and selection, stress analysis.

3. Experience managing technical projects from concept to production.

4. Experience with, and ability to read technical specifications, industry standards and manufacturing documentation.

5. Production of accurate, clear detail and assembly drawings using AutoCAD & SolidWorks in compliance with drafting standards.

6. Experience with various manufacturing processes, their advantages and limitations including hot work, stamping, machining, heat treatment and finishing.

7. Experience with mechanical testing equipment, methods and knowledge of ISO9001 Quality System.

8. Experience in building cost estimates for manufactured products.

9. Practical experience of product application with respect to fit / form / function evaluations and safety assessments.

10. Experience working within a technical team and providing guidance to junior staff.

11. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

1. Responsible for managing technical projects to completion in a timely and cost-effective manner.

2. Responsible for detail design and development of products and processes within defined objectives.

3. Performing calculations and layouts required to achieve final design drawings.

4. Maintenance of existing product designs including reviews for improvements or cost reductions.

5. Create and maintain bills of materials and design files including specs, drawings, etc.

6. Review and approve work by others in the technical team under the direction of the Product Engineering Manager.

7. Technical support for customers, suppliers and other departments.

8. Other duties as assigned.

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