Product Engineer

Mission

Maintains current production Bills of Material and drawings for a range of products that are currently in production. In addition, be a driving force for cost reduction opportunities for existing production applications and new features for current range of products.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Product Maintenance and Sustaining Engineering

  Lead Product Maintenance activities for existing production products within the Power and Light (PAL) Division. Prepare and implement Design Notifications (DNs), revise engineering drawings as required, and provide ongoing technical support to Manufacturing, Quality, Service, Sales, and Marketing teams. Coordinate weekly Sustaining Meetings with cross-functional stakeholders to ensure effective prioritization, execution, and communication of product changes and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Cost Reduction and Value Engineering

  Identify and evaluate cost reduction opportunities across the existing product portfolio. Define priorities in collaboration with Purchasing and lead Engineering activities related to value engineering initiatives. Work closely with suppliers and vendors to develop and implement cost-effective solutions while maintaining product quality, performance, and reliability.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration and Technical Leadership

  Provide technical leadership and support throughout the product lifecycle, ensuring alignment between Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, and Customer Support organizations. Act as a key point of contact for technical issue resolution and product improvement activities.

• Additional Responsibilities

  Perform other duties and special assignments as required to support business objectives and organizational priorities.

Your skills and experience

Required Skills/Abilities

• Good command of English is required. Other languages are a plus.
• Good command of a 3-D CAD software is required. Autocad Inventor is a plus.
• Other software skills (Excel, PowerPoint, Word) are required.
• Committed to accuracy and detail.
• Must have a proven track record of positive results.
• Must be customer oriented.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or industrial engineering.
• 1-2 years as an Engineer in construction equipment product development preferred but not required.
• Familiarity with 3D modelling and Bills of Material.
• Prior experience working with Portable Energy equipment is definite a plus.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Expect to spend 50% of the time working on the product on the shop floor and in the R&D Lab.
• Must be able to lift to 30 pounds at time (occasional).

We encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every single requirement. We value diverse experiences and perspectives and are excited to see what you bring to the role.

Your job location

This role requires you to work on-site at our office in Rock Hill - South Carolina, United States of America. You will be part of a dynamic team and enjoy the benefits of face-to-face collaboration.

Please note: This role does not offer visa sponsorship.

#UVC

Why it is great to work with us

Your career grows through your skills, your curiosity, and the people you work with. You join a global network where we learn from each other and share knowledge openly. We focus on long-term development and encourage you to explore new ideas that help us move forward. Innovation is part of how we think and act - we test, improve, and use what we learn to create solutions that matter. You can make a meaningful impact by contributing with your insights and taking ownership of your work, supported by flexible ways of working and leaders who empower you.

Application process

Our selection process includes interviews and, for some roles, skills assessments that help us gain a deeper understanding of your profile. We look forward to getting to know you, learning about your strengths, and discussing how you can grow with us. If you have questions during the process or need support, please contact us:

Talent Acquisition: Mariana Paredes, Human Resources Generalist