Product Engineer

Job ID: 522874ExemptOldcastle, a CRH company, is reinventing what's possible in building solutions. We are the leading provider of innovative outdoor living products and utility infrastructure solutions for the water, energy, and communications markets throughout North America. We're a trusted and strategic partner to engineers, contractors, distributors, specifiers, retailers, and homeowners alike as the manufacturer of precast concrete, polymer concrete, and plastic infrastructure products. Our portfolio of brands includes Oldcastle APG, Oldcastle Infrastructure, Belgard hardscape, Echelon Masonry, RDI railing, Catalyst Fence Solutions, Sakrete packaged concrete, Amerimix mortar, Pebble Technology International pool finishes, and Techniseal sands and sealant technologies.Oldcastle Infrastructure - Built For Life from Oldcastle Infrastructure on Vimeo.Job SummaryThe Product Engineer is responsible for new product design and existing product enhancement to support Oldcastle Infrastructure’s digital water solutions. They will be responsible for all design tasks, including managing the Product Lifecycle, gathering and prioritizing product, customer, and market requirements, defining the product vision and long-term roadmap, and working closely with the commercial and operational functions to deliver winning products. It also includes working with sales, marketing, and customer support to ensure revenue, profitability and customer satisfaction goals are met. Job LocationThis role will be based out of the plant in Avon, CT. Job ResponsibilitiesEstablish design specifications based on industry and customer standards and expectationsPerform, oversee, and direct product design and detailing along with product prototyping and internal and third-party testing of productCollaborate with a cross-functional team, utilizing a stage-gate product development process to bring a product from concept to commercial releaseEstimate projects and provide scope documents and integrate with SalesforceCollaborate with Operations in the design and implementation of tooling, automation, and assembly processes. Ensure manufacturability of designs and a seamless introduction of those designs to productionEstablish product specifications, material standards, and testing requirements for operations’ teams based on industry and customer expectationsUtilizing plumbing/mechanical systems with electrical and structural components to provide a turnkey package productPartner with Drafting team to review/create customer details, product designs and drawingsProvide technical support and expertise for quality standards and certificationsSet goals and objectives for internal and external customer projectsMaintain existing regulatory approvals and assist commercial team in acquiring new approvalsCreate SKU’s and Bills of MaterialAttend job sites and customer meetings as needed to provide technical supportResearch new technologies to ensure Oldcastle remains at the forefront of the industrySupport maintenance and improvement of product through change management processSupport the Sales and Customer Service teams in pre-sale and post-sale strategies including answering customer questions and investigating product inquiries/issuesTravel is expected to be 35%Job Requirements5+ years’ professional experience, with 3+ years in product management and/or product marketing. Being an accredited PE/PEng or EIT is preferredBachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, or related fieldA proactive collaborative individual with a passion for excellent product and continuous improvement as well as keen attention to detailDemonstrated ability to work in a cross-functional team in a fast-paced product development environmentStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsEffective communicator with excellent interpersonal skillsDemonstrated ability to understand regulatory code/standards and achieve product complianceExperience in any of the following would be considered an asset:Knowledge of the Water and Telecommunication industriesDetailed mechanical knowledge of industrial plumbing/mechanical systemsAutoCAD drafting capabilitiesLean ManufacturingWhat CRH Offers YouHighly competitive base payComprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programsGroup retirement savings programHealth and wellness programsAn inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion About CRHCRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application. Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day. Thank you for your interest! Oldcastle Infrastructure, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.EOE/Vet/DisabilityCRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. AI tools may be used in certain stages of the employment lifecycle, such as candidate review; however, all final employment decisions will be made by a person.