Product Engineer - Engine Starters and Engine Starting Systems

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Are you ready to make an impact in the world of Engine Starters and Starting Systems? Join our Engineering team and take the lead in driving product innovation, improving performance, and collaborating with top industry experts. In this exciting role, you’ll tackle real-world engineering challenges, manage impactful projects, and have the opportunity to shape the future of our cutting-edge products. If you're passionate about engineering, problem-solving, and working on the forefront of technology, we want to hear from you!

This position is responsible for the Engine Starters and Engine Starting Systems product line. This role includes a range of product engineering responsibilities, from product application to product improvement and cost reduction. The individual will collaborate with internal teams and external partners such as vendors and customers.

To perform this job successfully, the selected individual(s) must be able to satisfactorily perform each of the essential duties and job responsibilities listed below. Additional details listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or or ability required to perform the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

BENEFIT HIGHLIGHTS:

• Day Shift Monday-Friday
• Accrued Vacation
• Prorated Paid Time Off
• (9) Paid Holidays
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• HSA/FSA
• Life Insurance
• AD&D
• 401k with Employer Match
• Employee Assistance Program

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Product Line Engineering :
  • Product maintenance at different life cycle stages
  • Application engineering and support for sales activities
• Product Improvement : Lead initiatives for product improvements, cost reductions, and product innovations.
• Root Cause Analysis : Troubleshoot and analyze product failures to determine the root cause and implement solutions.
• Testing and Data Analysis : Conduct dynamometer lab or field tests, collect data, and analyze results.
• Project Management : Lead projects, creating detailed plans, tracking deadlines, and ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget.
• Cross-functional Collaboration : Work with teams across the company, sales, quality, production, accounting to support the product and the project needs.
• Technical Reporting : Prepare technical reports and present findings to internal teams and external stakeholders (vendors, customers, etc.).
• Other Duties : Perform any other related duties as assigned by management.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Experience : Minimum of 5 years of product engineering or development related to heavy-duty equipment or powertrain applications. Basic knowledge of internal combustion engines is desired but not mandatory.
• Education : Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Technical Expertise : Hands-on experience with product development, testing, quality, and manufacturing.
• Project Management : Strong ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring adherence to timelines, budget, and quality standards. Familiarity with process improvement tools and root cause analysis techniques.
• SolidWorks : Proficiency in SolidWorks
• Microsoft Office : Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite for documentation and communication.
• Problem-Solving Skills : Ability to apply engineering knowledge and concepts to solve practical problems while meeting financial targets.
• Communication : Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with team members, vendors, and customers.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS:

Occasional travel may be required for customer meetings, vendor visits, or testing activities.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Primarily office work, with occasional physical activity required for testing in the lab or handling product samples.
• Regular communication via email and phone.
• Alternating between standing and sitting throughout the day
• Clarity of vision both near and far (includes use of computers)
• Seizing, holding, grasping, turning, or otherwise working with the hand(s)
• Lifting up to 80 lbs may be required
• Reaching, pushing and pulling, below and overhead
• The ability to hear, understand, and distinguish speech and/or other sounds (e.g., machinery alarms, medical codes or alarms)

We are an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other applicable legally protected characteristics.