[ref. y86333522] Product Engineer - Randstad
Product Engineer needed for a client in the Murfreesboro TN area. . This dynamic role focuses on managing and improving the components and buying processes for our chillers and heat pump products. As a Product Engineer, you will have a hands-on and collaborative role working with the purchasing/procurement team, parts vendors, and learning the HVAC system design.
Initially, this role will split time between the production floor and deskwork (50/50), with an eventual shift to more desk-based tasks and design responsibilities (80/20) as you grow into the role.
- Engineering Degree (any discipline) - Mechanical mindset preferred
- Familiarity with parts, purchasing, and vendor relationships is helpful
- strong hands-on problem-solving skills and eagerness to learn
- Charismatic with the ability to confidently interact with vendors and negotiate favorable terms
job type: Permanent
salary: $55,000 - 75,000 per year
work hours: 8am to 4pm
education: Bachelors
responsibilities:
- Managing and improving bill of materials for chillers and heat pumps
- Working closely with the purchasing/procurement team to coordinate materials and vendor relationships
- Engaging with parts vendors to ensure quality, availability, and cost-effectiveness
- HVAC system design learning and integration into product development
- Supporting 2D/3D design tasks as needed
- Conducting hands-on system testing to ensure product quality and performance
As the role evolves, you will take on more design and deskwork responsibilities, as well as managing key vendor relationships. This will also include negotiating bulk discounts and securing price breaks with vendors, so strong communication skills and the ability to negotiate effectively are a must.
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qualifications:
- Experience level: Experienced
- Minimum 2 years of experience
- Education: Bachelors
- Product Design
- Purchasing / Procurement (1 year of experience is required)
- Project Management
- Scheduling
- CAD
Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.
At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.
Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, an incentive and recognition program, and 401K contribution (all benefits are based on eligibility).
This posting is open for thirty (30) days.