Associate Product Development Engineer

Company Description Fortune Brands Innovations, Inc. is an industry-leading home, security and digital products company. We’re focused on exciting opportunities within the home, security and commercial building markets. Our driving purpose is to elevate every life by transforming spaces into havens. We believe our work and our brands can have incredibly positive impacts for not just our business and shareholders, but for people and the planet, too. At Fortune Brands, we’re building something big. We’re advancing exciting innovations in all of our products and processes. We’re delivering trust, dependability, sustainability, and style. To make it all happen, we’ve transformed our workplace into an environment where smart, ambitious people have the support to reach their fullest potential. When you join Fortune Brands, you become part of a high-performing team empowered to think big, learn fast and make bold decisions. We support an inclusive culture where everyone is encouraged be their authentic selves, and where our differences and unique perspectives are a key strength. Assist teams with problem solving and failure analysis using engineering analysis tools Assist design and development engineering on assigned projects from concept to production. Provide engineering support and technical assistance to all engineering customers, both internal and external Work together with team members to develop capable, cost-effective manufacturing and assembly processes concurrent to product design activities to ensure robust designs are delivered Interact with Marketing, Sales, Quality Assurance, Manufacturing, Designers, Purchasing, and suppliers to meet the specifications and needs of the customer in the development of new, reliable products for the market Assist and actively participate in Design Reviews / DFM / DFA for new products Assist in resolving multiple complex engineering problems simultaneously in a multiple team environment Proactively compile, prepare and present data for timely project updates and technical presentations Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Engineering is required Prior Co-op/Internship experience including exposure to product development is strongly preferred Experience with 3-D modeling software Exposure to the following areas:Failure Analysis and scientific problem solvingFEA, FMEA, DOE and DFMAUse of engineering principles. i.e. fluid, mechanical and thermalInterpretation of statistics related to manufacturing processes and part design. Collaborative problem-solving techniques. Geometric dimensioning and tolerances Analysis of component / assembly tolerance stack-up’s Ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic team environment Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously Ability and willingness to travel up to approximately 10% of the time both domestically and internationally Ability to effectively work with domestic and international partners with different cultures and viewpoints Written and verbal communication skills for dealing with multiple levels of staff, customers and suppliers Additional Information Fortune Brands believes in fair and equitable pay. A reasonable estimate of the base salary range for this role is Hiring Pay Range: $56,000 USD - $77,000 USD. Please note that actual salaries may vary within the range, or be above or below the range, based on factors including, but not limited to, education, training, experience, professional achievement, business need, and location. In addition to base salary, employees will participate in either an annual bonus plan based on company and individual performance, or a role-based sales incentive plan. At Fortune Brands, we support the overall health and wellness of our associates by offering comprehensive, competitive benefits that prioritize all aspects of wellbeing and provide flexibility for our teammates’ unique needs. This includes robust health plans, a market-leading 401(k) program with a company contribution, product discounts, flexible time off benefits, adoption benefits, and more. We offer numerous ERGs (Employee Resource Groups) to foster a sense of belonging for all associates. Fortune Brands is built on industry-leading brands and innovation within the high-growth categories of water, outdoors and security. The Company makes innovative products for residential and commercial environments, with a growing focus on digital solutions and products that add luxury, contribute to safety and enhance sustainability. To learn more, visit our website at fbin.com . Fortune Brands is an equal opportunity employer. Fortune Brands evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability/handicap status, marital status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, or any other legally protected characteristic. Reasonable Accommodations Fortune Brands is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. 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