Job description

Product Engineer - Zeeland, Michigan
DISHER is currently partnering with a building products leader in Zeeland, Michigan as they look to add a Product Engineer to their growing team. In this integral role, you will be responsible for taking a concept from idea to launch while effectively working through a full product development cycle.

What it's like to work here:
This family owned company is passionate about innovation, providing great service for their customers and putting out the best products. The team is focused on having an environment of flexibility and trust and building into their diverse, collaborative and inclusive company culture. As a part of this team, you will experience these things as well as the investment in your personal growth and development.

What you'll get to do:

• Apply new technology and technical skills/knowledge to products to solve a customer need
• Use your knowledge of engineering principles, focused mainly in mechanical, but touching on materials, electrical, and optical areas as well
• Bring products through the product development cycle to market
• Take a concept from the idea phase through the production launch.
• Develop testing plans for concepts that have no existing plan.
• Face issues head-on with a mindset based in problem-solving and growth
• Present and communicate your work/projects to company executives

What will make you successful:

• BS in Mechanical Engineering or closely related field AND 3+ years of hands-on new product experience is preferred
• 3+ years of experience with design and manufacturing of injection molded products preferred. Hands-on glass or building products experience is a plus.
• Experience with DFMEA, DVP&R’s, Test Plans, Cost Estimates, Prototypes and working within a stage gate process.
• A flexible thinker with a passion to get things right.
• Understanding of the ups and downs of R&D - knowing there is benefit in putting something on the shelf until other factors align yet having a drive to push through issues that can be solved with alternatives.
• Knowledge of 3D software, particularly SolidWorks, is a plus but not required
• Knowledge of Engineering Quality – Advanced Quality process knowledge and understanding. Practical experience with DOE, Control Plans and capability studies and can apply the knowledge gained to improve E&D design standards and processes.
• Basic computer skills such as MS Word, Excel and ability to sort and present data in graphic form.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, time management, planning skills and the ability to manage multiple projects at various stages is critical for the success of this role.

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Zeeland, MI: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• injection molded product design/manufacturing: 3 years (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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