Product Development Engineer | Bristol County, MA

This position is responsible for working with Sales, Operations, and Pre-Production teams to utilize and/or improve upon existing processes in the implementation of new products. The Product Development Engineer will also use engineering and problem-solving principles to determine effective process windows during the various stage of the APQP process.

Client Details

Our client is a leading designer and manufacturer of plastics and rubber products.

Description

* Communicate with new and existing customers for needs assessment, follow-up, refine project requirements, and ensure design solution meet customer expectations.

* Utilize technical product and application knowledge to assist engineering and/or sales team.

* Review incoming orders for technical and functional feasibility; make suggestions to provide the customer with the ultimate solution for the application.

* Participate in technical communications with sales, customer service, marketing and manufacturing.

* Prepare proposals and product demonstrations for customers in a timely manner.

* Develop formal quotes (utilize cost modeling) in response to sales opportunities and organize responses to technical RFQ packages from customer design proposals and sales team.

* Research and analyze data such as: customer design proposal and specifications to determine feasibility and costs.

* Use Precix programs etc. to support application recommendations.

* Provide customers with requested/required information for design and approvals.

* Anticipate business changes, identify and introduce new ideas and solution to create efficiency and improved processes in operation.

* Coordinate activities concerned with technical developments including designs of experiment, controlled experiments and vendor sample requests.

* Determine most efficient production methods to be implemented on new product launches.

* Work closely with chemists to ensure sufficient material testing is performed for implementation of new products.

* Set up and execute controlled experiments and designs of experiments for new or existing products.

* Design projects must be managed to specific phases or aspects such as: Input, Output, Verification and Validation.

* Follow current company procedures for technical requests.

* Submit bill of materials for entry into the current business system by following company procedures.

* Complete engineering change notice(s) or other required documentation.

* Plan and develop experimental test programs.

* Evaluate and approve design changes, specification and drawing releases.

* Evaluate, test, and implement alternative products according to specifications and quality standards.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

Profile

A successful Product Development Engineer should have:

* Exposure and understanding of Automotive, Aerospace and Industrial Quality Standards.

* Six sigma, continuous improvement, or other problem-solving methodology is necessary for true solution implementation. Experience with lean manufacturing methods is beneficial.

* Project management skills, strong organization skills and analytical skills.

* Knowledge of urethane products, a plus.

* Proficient with MS Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

* SAP and CAD experience a plus.

* Must be able to work closely with Quantity, Operations, Maintenance, Machine Shop, IT, Sales/Marketing, Finance etc. and be able to communicate effectively to coordinate projects/tasks.

Job Offer

• An annual salary ranging from $72,000 to $95,000.
• Competitive benefits package.
• Opportunity to work in a thriving and supportive company culture.
• Chance to contribute to innovative product development initiatives.
• Comprehensive training and career development opportunities.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.