Senior Product Development Engineer

Why join us?

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Purpose of the job

Providing the technical support for new International products within the different International Markets and working closely with cross-functional team to discern internal and external customer product wants and needs.

This support would encompass engineering issues and creating new assemblies, parts & drawings . This role would require to provide fundamental engineering leadership and expertise. Conduct feasibility studies and develop engineering criteria. Performs expertise analyses to develop design options or recommendations for structures, systems and components. Emphasis will be placed on team participation and ability to achieve results on assigned projects.

Specific responsibilities

• Seeks and receives mentoring from senior level and engineering leadership.

• Applies basic supply chain cost, value stream capabilities and economic principles.

• Seeks approval of budget owner using appropriate request process.

• Performs additional responsibilities as requested to achieve business objectives.

• Follows engineering and quality processes.

Minimum Requirements (Key Knowledge, Skills & Abilities):

• 4 year degree in Mechanical Engineering or Equivalent

• Exposure to project management concepts may be essential for some assignments.

• Must be able to assess process concepts and to determine where continuous improvement opportunities exist.

• Must be able to communicate effectively with peers and develop a partnering relationship with other team members.

• Experience and knowledge in the use of common office automation, communication, software and tools, Herman Miller mainframe applications and engineering related software.

• Must have problem solving ability and be able to apply engineering expertise to problem solving.

• With minimal supervision must be able to effectively react to changing priorities and work flow and be able to anticipate, recognize, and respond effectively to changes which affect project plans.

• Must be able to perform all essential job functions with or without accommodation

Essential Functions:

Research, investigate and understand product criteria, functions, requirements and cost targets (customer criteria, performance requirements, build objectives, manufacturability, assembly, quality, craftsmanship, service, installation).

• Independently develops and applies engineering approaches to projects/assignments.

• Defines and completes engineering tasks with minimal oversight of leadership.

• Investigate new or existing suppliers, materials and manufacturing processes that could provide solutions.

• Complete sketches, models, detailed engineering analysis' and studies that support the development of new parts and products;

• Develop and specify appropriate prototype fabrication processes and materials; coordinate the build of prototype products and the fabrication of prototype parts.

• Evaluate and test concept models and prototypes against the project objectives, criteria and requirements.

• Identify potential problems on new products and concepts, and develop good corrective actions by following a rigorous problem solving process.

• Solicit cost estimates for prototype and production parts.

• Communicate clear, concise, accurate and detailed engineering documentation (ECO's, deviations, test requests, work orders, model shop requests, drawings, instructions, emails, etc.).

• Work directly with Performance Engineering to develop Performance Requirements and test plans; request physical testing on parts and products then evaluate test results.

• Create, maintain and release accurate 3D CAD models, drawings, service parts, instruction sheets, gerber files, schematics, ECO's, BOM's and material specifications for prototype products and production products.

• Support the development of planning guides, CSI, tech specs, product labeling and marketing materials.

• Support the completion of PPAP and assure parts are properly released for production following HMI procedures.

• Work directly with Quality Engineering, Dimensional Engineers and suppliers to refine product designs to achieve quality and craftsmanship objectives.

• Manage individual task work to meet project team objectives for budget and timing.

• Regularly review part and product designs with development team members, managers, designers and suppliers to solicit their feedback and suggestions for improvements.

• Maintain engineering notes, models, records, calculations and analysis' that demonstrate the progression of the product designs and review with lead engineers.

• Complete patent disclosures and Right to Use (RTU) with HMI legal staff.

• Support new patent applications with HMI legal staff when appropriate.

• Support other project team members and project activities that require input and task work from the product development engineer: project schedules, project budgets, CMF development, prototype builds, PR's, testing, supplier communications.

Person profile Experience & Competencies

• 8+ years of professional level experience in new product development or continuous improvement of current products.

• Demonstrated proficiency in Creo modeling or other equivalent 3D CAD software.

• Ability to effectively produce clear accurate and detailed engineering drawings.

• Effective communication skills at all levels

• Ability to take initiative and assume accountability.

• Ability to work with teams and achieving quality results on time.

• Lateral thinker and confident problem solver

Characteristics

1. Thinks logically and conceptually

2. Develops innovative ideas and methods

3. Can establish priorities and handle many projects

4. Welcomes responsibility, make decisions and accepts risk.

5. Can work independently and as part of a team. 6. Has flexible approach to change.

Who We Hire?

Simply put, we hire everyone. MillerKnoll is comprised of people of all abilities, gender identities and expressions, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, veterans from every branch of military service, and more. Here, you can bring your whole self to work. We’re committed to equal opportunity employment, including veterans and people with disabilities.