Project Engineer
Job Title Project Engineer
General
Responsibilities:
The Evenflo Project Engineer is responsible to manage new product design projects to schedule and quality targets and to provide functional input for new product development with the ultimate goal of growing the business. The Project Engineer will work with Marketing to define customer requirements and will identify and implement product design, material and process to meet product requirements. In addition to new product design, the Project Engineer is responsible to identify suitable strategies for product improvements and cost reductions. The Project Engineer is responsible to stay current with new market needs through interaction with Field Sales and Marketing.
Examples of Typical Activities:
Work with internal project team which consists of quality, regulatory, packaging, molding operations, manufacturing, marketing, and sales.
Lead the project and make sure all functions agree with the direction of the design. Gain concurrence and make sure deliverables are progressing and being met.
Oversee the launch plan(s); ensure that all the requirements and schedule are being met to bring the product to market.
Document project progress and track future product development milestones & tasks.
Update management on a regular basis on project status. Identify what is falling behind and what assistance is needed from management to move process forward.
Provide support in the development and tracking of sales, engineering & presentation prototype models.
Provide technical design support for new product development.
Create 3D CAD models and 2D drawings for designs of new products.
Create Bills of Materials (BOM).
Work with tooling to confirm feasibility.
Evaluate Regulatory requirements and coordinate test requirements / specifications with Product Integrity and Quality Assurance. Oversee test and validation plans.
Identify the resources needed for capital expenses.
Travel to manufacturing facility (in US and overseas) to evaluate products and potential production concerns.
Responsible for sustainability of current products including problem resolution and corrective action as required to manage issues.
Stay up to date on regulations regarding product lines.
Ensure that the products meet regulatory controls.
Manage external design companies responsible for the day to day design work of new products.
Required Experience
Associate's Degree in Engineering is required with minimum 5-7 years' experience; or
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering with a minimum of 3-5 years of experience.
Required Technical Competencies
Excellent Verbal and Written Communication Skills
Experience with regulated environment including UL, FDA, NHTSA and CPSIA.
Exposure to Design for Manufacture and Design for Assembly
Consumer products experience
Demonstrated understanding of Engineering Change Notices and Bills of Materials
Project Management Skills ability to set project plans and meet key milestones on time.
Computer skills
(MS Office Suite including MS Project)
3D modeling (Pro-E Preferred)
Finite Element Analysis
Mechanical Engineering aptitude
Electro-mechanical knowledge
Knowledge of Plastic engineering and injection molding
Desired Secondary Competencies
Experience designing toys
Juvenile industry experience
Required Behavioral Competencies
Personal Leadership - Leads by envisioning the future, engaging others, energizing people and enabling self and others to develop and execute plans to deliver strategy.
Builds Strategic Working Relationships Develops and uses collaborative relationships to facilitate the accomplishment of work goals.
Self Starter Able to evaluate and prioritize project needs, then provide solutions without direct oversight.
Customer Focus Makes customers and their needs a primary focus of one's actions; develops and sustains productive customer relationships.
Decision Making Identifies and understands issues, problems and opportunities; compares data from different sources to draw conclusions, uses effective approaches for choosing a course of action or develop appropriate solutions; takes action that is consistent with available facts, constraints and probable consequences.
Facilitates Change Encourages others to seek opportunities for different and innovative approaches to addressing problems and opportunities; facilitates the implementation and acceptance of change within the workplace.
Work Standards Sets high standards of performance for self and others; assumes responsibility and accountability for successfully completing assignments or tasks; self imposes standards of excellence rather than having standards imposed.
Energy - Consistently maintains high levels of activity or productivity; sustains long working hours when necessary; operates with vigor, effectiveness, and determination over extended periods of time.
Innovation - Generates innovative solutions in work situations; tries different and novel ways to deal with work problems and opportunities
EEO-M/F/DISABLED/VETS EMPLOYER
. Apply now!Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
General
Responsibilities:
The Evenflo Project Engineer is responsible to manage new product design projects to schedule and quality targets and to provide functional input for new product development with the ultimate goal of growing the business. The Project Engineer will work with Marketing to define customer requirements and will identify and implement product design, material and process to meet product requirements. In addition to new product design, the Project Engineer is responsible to identify suitable strategies for product improvements and cost reductions. The Project Engineer is responsible to stay current with new market needs through interaction with Field Sales and Marketing.
Examples of Typical Activities:
Work with internal project team which consists of quality, regulatory, packaging, molding operations, manufacturing, marketing, and sales.
Lead the project and make sure all functions agree with the direction of the design. Gain concurrence and make sure deliverables are progressing and being met.
Oversee the launch plan(s); ensure that all the requirements and schedule are being met to bring the product to market.
Document project progress and track future product development milestones & tasks.
Update management on a regular basis on project status. Identify what is falling behind and what assistance is needed from management to move process forward.
Provide support in the development and tracking of sales, engineering & presentation prototype models.
Provide technical design support for new product development.
Create 3D CAD models and 2D drawings for designs of new products.
Create Bills of Materials (BOM).
Work with tooling to confirm feasibility.
Evaluate Regulatory requirements and coordinate test requirements / specifications with Product Integrity and Quality Assurance. Oversee test and validation plans.
Identify the resources needed for capital expenses.
Travel to manufacturing facility (in US and overseas) to evaluate products and potential production concerns.
Responsible for sustainability of current products including problem resolution and corrective action as required to manage issues.
Stay up to date on regulations regarding product lines.
Ensure that the products meet regulatory controls.
Manage external design companies responsible for the day to day design work of new products.
Required Experience
Associate's Degree in Engineering is required with minimum 5-7 years' experience; or
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering with a minimum of 3-5 years of experience.
Required Technical Competencies
Excellent Verbal and Written Communication Skills
Experience with regulated environment including UL, FDA, NHTSA and CPSIA.
Exposure to Design for Manufacture and Design for Assembly
Consumer products experience
Demonstrated understanding of Engineering Change Notices and Bills of Materials
Project Management Skills ability to set project plans and meet key milestones on time.
Computer skills
(MS Office Suite including MS Project)
3D modeling (Pro-E Preferred)
Finite Element Analysis
Mechanical Engineering aptitude
Electro-mechanical knowledge
Knowledge of Plastic engineering and injection molding
Desired Secondary Competencies
Experience designing toys
Juvenile industry experience
Required Behavioral Competencies
Personal Leadership - Leads by envisioning the future, engaging others, energizing people and enabling self and others to develop and execute plans to deliver strategy.
Builds Strategic Working Relationships Develops and uses collaborative relationships to facilitate the accomplishment of work goals.
Self Starter Able to evaluate and prioritize project needs, then provide solutions without direct oversight.
Customer Focus Makes customers and their needs a primary focus of one's actions; develops and sustains productive customer relationships.
Decision Making Identifies and understands issues, problems and opportunities; compares data from different sources to draw conclusions, uses effective approaches for choosing a course of action or develop appropriate solutions; takes action that is consistent with available facts, constraints and probable consequences.
Facilitates Change Encourages others to seek opportunities for different and innovative approaches to addressing problems and opportunities; facilitates the implementation and acceptance of change within the workplace.
Work Standards Sets high standards of performance for self and others; assumes responsibility and accountability for successfully completing assignments or tasks; self imposes standards of excellence rather than having standards imposed.
Energy - Consistently maintains high levels of activity or productivity; sustains long working hours when necessary; operates with vigor, effectiveness, and determination over extended periods of time.
Innovation - Generates innovative solutions in work situations; tries different and novel ways to deal with work problems and opportunities
EEO-M/F/DISABLED/VETS EMPLOYER
. Apply now!Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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