Project Engineer I - Duryea, United States - Pride Mobility

Description

Salary:
$55,930


DESCRIPTION/JOB SUMMARY

To lead engineering projects, bring new products to production, and improve existing products within the established time frames in accordance with Pride's procedures and protocols



RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES

• Facilitate meetings for product development and design reviews with both internal and external stake holders
• Construct and maintain project timelines and Design History Files (DHF's)
• Serve as technical project lead with outside design partners and suppliers
• Track performance and analyze the completion of key goals
• Document and report project progress to stakeholders
• Provide timely responses to project related questions via multiple communication channels
• Produce innovative designs that improve existing products by aiding in manufacturability and improving quality while reducing fields claims in accordance with Pride's procedures and protocols
• Produce innovative designs for accessories that complements Pride's product line in accordance with Pride's procedures and protocols
• Ensure designs are safe, effective, manufacturable, reliable and Superior Product at Reduced Cost (SPARC) initiatives are met
• Develop, release and revise mechanical drawings and 3D models
• Assist and direct selection of materials for best application
• Create and implement Change Orders to release new option, model, and finished good Bill of Materials (BOM)
• Plan and create model and finished good BOMs that meet the requirements of Engineering, Sales, Reimbursement, Purchasing, Inventory, Manufacturing, Distribution, Technical Service, & Finance
• Assist Pride's internal teams to qualify new suppliers and/or alternative components to ensure global production needs are met
• Perform inspections, verification and validation testing on parts and products
• Mechanical building and assembly of prototype products such as beta samples, show samples, and test samples when needed
• Assist in continuous improvement of design procedure and protocol to help drive design efficiency
• Develop familiarity with regulatory requirements to make compliance recommendations
• Travel to domestic and international contract manufacturers as needed for product launches
• Ensure all safety and security rules are strictly observed and any accidents, incidents or injuries are promptly reported to management
• Attend the Annual C-TPAT Security Training, HIPAA and all Safety Training
• Focus on continuous improvement, and consistently demonstrate good business judgment
• Work effectively with all Pride departments to exceed internal and external expectations
• Pride retains the discretion to modify duties and/or assign other duties as necessary

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Must be skilled in time management, and be a creative team player, friendly, professional, detail-oriented, and honest

Must have the ability to:

• Multi-task, problem-solve, and prioritize in a fast-paced working environment
• Work as part of a multi-disciplined cross-functional team
• Use hand tools and standard power tools
• Read and comprehend work instructions
• Prepare and build prototypes
• Prepare and present summary reports
• Travel internationally at least twice a year for up to 2 weeks at a time
• Lift/push/pull 40 lbs.

Must have:

• Relentless drive to achieve advancement and continuous improvement
• Basic working knowledge of 3D modeling software such as SolidWorks or Creo
• Strong mechanical inclination
• Basic working knowledge of Microsoft Office Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Excellent presentation, verbal and written communication skills
• Proven successful time management and organizational skills to plan, design and implement each stage of a project within specific time constraints
• Ability to guide, direct, and motivate team members

PREFERRED SKILLS

• Basic familiarity with Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and simulation preferred
• Basic understanding of Lean Principles preferred
• Basic working knowledge of RoHS/REACH preferred

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

• At least 1 years ofexperience in project management or Research & Development, OR at least 1 year of related professional experience in 3D solid modeling of mechanical components and assemblies along with 2D detailed drawings

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

• At least 3 years of project management, Research & Development, or Manufacturing experience preferred
• At least 3 years of professional experience in 3D solid modeling of mechanical components and assemblies along with 2D detail drawings preferred
• At least 1 year of hands-on experience with machining, welding, and fabrication of mechanical assemblies preferred
• At least 3 years of hands-on experience in the design, manufacturing, and assembly of fabricated mechanical structures preferred
• At least 1 years of experience in Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerance (GD&T) preferred
• At least 1 year of staff management experience in a Manufacturing or Product Development environment preferred
• At least 3 years of experience with the specific products preferred
• Current or previous successful employment experience with Pride Mobility Products Corporation preferred

REQUIRED EDUCATION

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or a related field, OR Associate Degree in Engineering or a related field with at least 6 years of experience in designing mechanical systems and assemblies

OR High School Diploma with at least 12 years of project management, Research & Development, or Manufacturing experience in a fast-paced working environment



PREFERRED EDUCATION

• Master's Degree in Mechanical, Industrial or Electrical Engineering, or Master's Degree in Business Administration preferred
• Project Management Professional Certification or Certified Associate in Project Management CAPM preferred

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now, or in the future

DETAILS

• This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive
• This is a safety sensitive position
• In exceptional circumstances, some of the physical requirements of this position may be modified or eliminated as a reasonable accommodation for a person with a disability as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act

Pride Mobility Products/Quantum Rehab is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

If you are a person with a disability, a disabled veteran, or require a reasonable accommodation or assistance in completing an application for employment, please contact our human resources department at x1250.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant.

However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information.

41 CFR c)