Engineer

Why join us? Our purpose is design for the good of humankind. It's the ideal we strive toward each day in everything we do. Being a part of MillerKnoll means being a part of something larger than your work team, or even your brand. We are redefining modern for the 21st century. And our success allows MillerKnoll to support causes that align with our values, so we can build a more sustainable, equitable, and beautiful future for everyone. GENERAL PURPOSE In a developing capacity and under direct supervision, applies basic engineering principles, concepts, theories, and techniques in support of business objectives and may provide fundamental engineering leadership and expertise. May conduct feasibility studies, determine manpower and cost estimates, and develop engineering criteria. Performs primary analyses to develop design options or recommendations for structures, systems and components. May apply originality, ingenuity and knowledge of other disciplines in solving basic technical issues. Emphasis will be placed on team participation, ability to plan, and ability to achieve results on assigned projects. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Ability to take good notes; showing work and assumptions. Ability to use originality and ingenuity to apply solutions. Applies basic engineering skills to work assignments. Applies basic problem solving skills and executes solutions to basic problems. Applies basic supply chain cost, value stream capabilities and economic principles. Completes engineering tasks under the direction of leadership. Follows engineering and quality processes. Performs additional responsibilities as requested to achieve business objectives. Seeks and receives mentoring from senior level and engineering leadership. Seeks approval of budget owner using appropriate request process. Works under direct supervision; work is reviewed after completion to evaluate the soundness of judgments involved. Performs additional responsibilities as requested to achieve business objectives. Additional Essential Functions QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Education/Experience Education/Experience - Not Parsed Licenses and Certifications / Skills and Abilities Engineering/Technical degree from an accredited program or 2-year technical degree in related field with 3 years of applicable engineering experience 0-2 years of professional engineering experience Exposure to project management concepts may be essential for some assignments. Basic knowledge in Lean principles and application. Must be able to assess process concepts and to determine where continuous improvement opportunities exist. Must be able to communicate effectively with people at various levels including production, engineering, and management and to be able to work well with and develop a partnering relationship with other team members. Basic knowledge in the use of common office automation, communication, software and tools, Herman Miller mainframe applications and engineering related software. Must have basic problem solving ability and be able to apply engineering expertise to problem solving. At the direction of supervision must be able to effectively react to changing priorities and work flow and be able to anticipate, recognize, and respond effectively to changes which affect project plans. Must have an overall basic business sense and understand how decisions impact business results. Must be able to perform all essential job functions with or without accommodation. Additional Skills and Abilities PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions Must be able to perform all essential functions of the position with or without accommodations. Who We Hire? Simply put, we hire qualified applicants representing a wide range of backgrounds and abilities. MillerKnoll is comprised of people of all abilities, gender identities and expressions, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, veterans from every branch of military service, and more. Here, you can bring your whole self to work. We're committed to equal opportunity employment, including veterans and people with disabilities. This organization participates in E-Verify Employment Eligibility Verification. In general, MillerKnoll positions are closed within 45 days and are open for applications for a minimum of 5 days. We encourage our prospective candidates to submit their application(s) expediently so as not to miss out on our opportunities. We frequently post new opportunities and encourage prospective candidates to check back often for new postings. MillerKnoll complies with applicable disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact MillerKnoll Talent Acquisition at View email address on ihireengineering.com. Employment Type: Full Time