Product Engineer

Product Engineer

Malibu TN - LOUDON, TN 37774

Job Description

Summary Malibu is the world's leading towboat manufacturer and is now looking for a Product Engineer responsible for New Product Introduction to join their Product Development Engineering team. This position will perform engineering duties to support both New Product Engineering and Product Development in the continuous improvement of the Malibu product.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Manage new product design and continuous improvement of assembly jigs and fixtures to support new product integration into the production line.
• Lead and support various DFMs for in-house production components and assemblies.
• Assume the lead engineering role on multiple new product designs and continuous improvements on in-boat mechanical systems; including, but not limited to steering, interior hardware, exterior hardware, and other mechanical systems.
• Support in creating validation standards, developing testing protocols, and documenting test results for production to test sub-assemblies before the parts reach the assembly line.
• Confer with management and production to determine engineering feasibility and cost effectiveness of new machines or fixtures to support new products.
• Develop and maintain technical drawings and specifications.
• Work closely with other product engineers and process engineers during development of new products to ensure design will integrate into production.
• Regularly identify opportunities for product and designs improvements to enhance the form, fit, and function of current and new designs.
• Point of contact for any electrical or mechanical assembly issues that may occur on the production line.
• Point of contact to support and resolve any quality or customer service issues that may occur.
• Use engineering and computer design software, specifically AutoCAD, NX, and SolidWorks.
• Ensure proper cross-departmental coordination and effective communication of all assigned projects.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Qualifications

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: Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an ABET accredited University or Equivalent Level of Education plus Experience.

Experience: 2+ years of experience in a Production Environment, Manufacturing Engineering, or Marine.

Language Skills : English required. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, or technical procedures. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, and customers.

Mathematical Skills:

Will use mathematics to solve problems, up to the algebraic level.

Technical Qualifications:

Experience in a Production Facility required

Experience in a Marine Manufacturing Environment preferred

Experience with 3D modeling software required

Experience in 3D modeling with NX preferred

Experience in developing assembly fixtures and jigs for production preferred

Excellent computer skills in Microsoft Suite required

Boating experience preferred

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.

Employee Activity Profile:

1. Sits 4 hours
2. Stands 3 hours
3. Walks 2 hours
4. Drives 1 hours

Employee Lifts and/or Carries:

Maximum: 50 (lbs) Frequently: 25 (lbs) Occasionally: 50+ (lbs) (Two Person Lift)

Employee uses Hands for repetitive activities:

1. Simple Grasping: Right, Frequent Left, Frequent
2. Pushing/Pulling: Right, Occasional Left, Occasional
3. Fine Manipulation: Right, Frequent Left, Frequent

Employee uses Feet for repetitive activities:

1. Right: Occasional Left: Occasional

Employee is required to perform these activities:

1. Bending At Waist: Occasional
2. Squatting: Occasional
3. Climbing Ladders, Stairs: Occasional
4. Kneeling On Ground: Occasional
5. Reaching Above Shoulder: Occasional

Work Environment The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job (ie; heat/cold, dust/dampness, height; chemical; noise) PPE requirements are included. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Safety glasses required while in production areas.

Other PPE may be required based on specific projects.

Open to working in tight and confined areas.

Typical 8-10 hour work days, frequent overtime required.

Competencies

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies :

Teamwork: Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.

Motivation: Measures self against standard of excellence.

Quality: Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.

Attendance/Punctuality: Is consistently at work and on time.

Dependability: Takes responsibility for own actions.