Product Engineer I

SUMMARY:

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.

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.

Create shop packs, including routers, part prints, process sheets for all releases.

Provides 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.

Reviews engineered drawings to ensure manufacturability and appropriate application of GD&T.

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.

Implements the product design within the required schedule and budget parameters.

Assists in specifying and procuring materials needed for manufacturing. Analyze, evaluate and work with supply chain to coordinate the procurement of new materials to support manufacturing of products.

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.

Provide Manufacturing Engineering assistance required by operations 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.

COMPUTER SKILLS:

SAP Modules: Sales; Materials; Quality; Production

Other: CREO; Word; Excel; PowerPoint; Project; Outlook

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.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

Travel requirements are <10% of the time and generally within the United States. On a rare occasion some international travel may be required.

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

Education Level: Bachelor's degree (B. A.) from four-year college or university

Specialized area of study: Bachelor’s Degree – Mechanical Engineering

Education and related experience: 5-7 year(s) related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.