Product Engineer I

The Product Engineer provides engineering support for all aspects of assigned product line to ensure functionality, quality, cost, and attainment to schedule by performing the following duties.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Selects and designs if necessary appropriate fixtures, workholding/tooling, etc. required for efficient machining of SGS product. Tooling must have a focus on flexibility, quality, cost, and manufacturing ease.
• Uses computer-assisted engineering and design software (CREO), Company business system (SAP) and equipment to perform engineering and design tasks.
• Create shop packs, including routers, part prints, process sheets for all releases.
• Provides routings and support to manufacturing to ensure product is manufactured based on the intended functionality of the design.
• Develops and maintains procedures and processes that support and protect core product technologies.
• Interfaces with others in the organization and customers to jointly determine customer needs and provide appropriate manufacturing solutions.
• Supports quoting process by providing cost estimates for tooling and machining including outsource operations.
• Reviews engineered drawings to assure appropriate application of GD&T and to remove obvious errors as well as reduce manufacturing problems.
• Assists in procuring materials needed for manufacturing. Analyzes, evaluates, sources, and coordinates the procurement of new materials to support part, model, or design changes.
• Assists with the development of product design and assure its functionality.
• Implements the product design within the required schedule and budget parameters.
• Assists other team members in quoting, sales order entry or any other related task to achieving the business unit’s objectives.
• Identifies any problems with the implementation or available resources that may affect the schedule or budget and communicates such problems accordingly.
• Evaluates, analyzes, and makes recommendations on products, designs, and cost improvements to improve the competitive position of the company.
• Analyzes the risks of a new design or process’ and communicates results accordingly.
• Analyzes, evaluates, and recommends cost improvement ideas through product, vendor, and design changes.
• Provides support to sales and marketing on product presentations and customer support.
• Provide “Industrial Engineering” or any other engineering assistance required by manufacturing to accomplish the business unit’s goals.
• Assist with the correct implementation and adherence of a business and quality system that supports ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015 and future AS9100 initiatives.

JOB SPECIFIC SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE, TRAINING, OR EXPERIENCE:

• CAD experience required.
• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering preferred but extensive Gleason experience will be considered in lieu of a degree.
• A basic understanding of cylindrical & bevel gears and workholding equipment is a plus.
• The individual needs to be a goal-oriented team player.
• This individual must be a demonstrated self-starter able to work with others as well as carry out written and verbal instructions.
• This individual must have the ability & desire to interact directly with customers. Some travel & entertaining customers required.
• Must be able to handle multiple tasks at the same time.
• Six Sigma or Lean Training Certification is a plus.
• Work holding equipment design experience; Gleason product line knowledge; project management skills; manufacturing background; exposure to Curvic^®couplings; ability to assist in accurately quoting and managing projects are all considered beneficial skills.

Job Details

Job Family

GWR & GSAC

Job Function

Indirect

Pay Type

Salary

Education Level

Bachelor’s Degree

Hiring Min Rate

60,830 USD

Hiring Max Rate

101,384 USD