RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Independently determines and develops approach to solutions.
  • Contributes to a project of considerable significance or leads smaller scope projects.
  • Supports material/design/process changes to the product line through design control process, with well-documented research/analyses. Demonstrates accountability for successful and timely completion of designated tasks.
  • Develops technical solutions to complex problems using sound engineering principles, utilizing experimental, computational and analytical methods.
  • Designs and develops in vivo and in vitro models to evaluate product features and improvements.
  • Applies innovative and logical risk-based approach to product development challenges with the capacity for original thinking. Develops robust test methods, design test fixtures and execute measurement system analysis.
  • Ensures compliance with quality policies, procedures and practices through appropriate communication, training and education of sound quality assurance principles.
  • Plans, executes and analyzes design of experiments (DOE).
  • Writes implements and leads bench studies, tolerance stack up analysis, design verification, validation, vendor interactions, materials specifications and component specifications.
  • Performs data analysis using statistical tools, regression analyses and develops transfer functions.
  • Collects, records, reports, interprets and analyzes data, presents results to peers and business leadership.
  • Provides advanced engineering skills and product evaluation support to the platform toward building business cases for new opportunities.

EDUCATION

Bachelor’s/Master’s/Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering discipline.

EXPERIENCE

B.S.: 5+ years of experience in technical area

M.S.: 3+ years of experience in technical area

Ph.D.: 2+ years of experience in technical area

SKILLS

  • Sound knowledge of engineering first principles.
  • Strong technical judgment and technical leadership skills.
  • R&D functional planning, requirement generation and technical (DFSS/Design/Cross functional) reviews for all product development phases.
  • Strong project management, prioritizing and multi-tasking skills to work within tight deadlines.
  • Proficient in solid modeling (Pro/E, SolidWorks or equivalent)
  • Ability to effectively and clearly communicate concepts, ideas and knowledge to other individuals and teams.
  • Experience in directing associates and leading small cross-functional groups is required. 
  • Proficient in Microsoft Project.
  • Disciplined phase-gate product development processes and project planning.
  • Proficiency with fixture design including basic machining considerations and developing test methods.
  • Understanding of Measurement Systems Analysis (MSA).
  • Knowledge of Six Sigma (DMAIC) practices and Design for Six Sigma (DFSS) methodologies.
  • Product development considerations for tightly controlled, high-volume manufacturing process.
  • Strong creative, analytical and problem solving skills required.
  • Good written and verbal communication skills.