Product Design Engineer III
About Us:
Every person on the planet dreams of a better home. And at LIXIL, we’re committed to making better homes a reality for everyone, everywhere. We make it happen with pioneering water and housing technology solutions. Home to world leading brands like INAX, American Standard, GROHE, TOSTEM and many more, we touch the lives of more than a billion people each day, transforming houses into homes.
Our planet is the home we all share. So how we do business matters. Our inclusive and empowering culture, entrepreneurial spirit and commitment to having a positive impact on the planet are integral to our business strategy.
LIXIL today is on a journey of transformation. The world around us is changing. Technological advances. Evolving needs. New demographics. Shifting expectations. These changes serve as opportunities for solutions to be discovered, and to unlock progress for all.
We invite you to make this journey with us. It is as challenging as it is inspiring. Together we can shape the future of living. We’re a home for growth, for imagination, for creativity. A home for your talent and ambition.
A home for everyone.
Overview:
Part of the Engineering team, you are the driving force behind the creation of our products. You are responsible for designing and developing cutting-edge solutions and products that seamlessly integrate creativity and innovation. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to bring imaginative ideas to life while applying sound engineering principles.At the forefront of technological advancement, you will continuously push the boundaries of what is possible to make better homes a reality for everyone, everywhere.
Responsibilities:
The world’s leading product company for water technology is seeking a Mechanical Product Design Engineer to aid in new product design and development within our Ceramic and Bathing product segment of the business. You will be part of a core department that works to invent and deliver new products that support the business’s objectives and key results.You will be responsible for leading and collaborating on engineering design from concept to commercialization of new products, working closely with cross functional teams ensuring robust performance and manufacturability. This position requires strong technical abilities, outside-the-box thinking, strong time management, and communication skills to bring new products to market.
We are looking for individuals who are motivated to create solutions that help make better homes for everyone, everywhere.
- Lead Engineering design for mid to large sized new product development projects
- Drive creation of schedules for engineering design and validation timing for NPD projects
- Create new product designs including technical design, prototyping, testing, and tooling design
- Design 3D models in order to achieve the product intent with design for manufacturing, working in collaboration with Industrial Design, Manufacturing, and Suppliers
- Create and maintain detailed dimensional drawings, bill of materials (BOM) drawings, and any required technical communication documents
- ECR/ECN Control - Maintain up-to-date drawings and 3D models with latest revision changes using WindChill PDM system
- Provide technical support and problem solving to the manufacturing facilities and suppliers associated to product design and process related issues
- Conduct Design for Manufacturability (DFM) reviews, Design Failure Mode & Effects Analysis (DFMEA), and Root Cause Analysis (RCA)
- Provide and execute design schedules in collaboration with Engineering and Project Management, and Manufacturing, and suppliers.
- Work effectively in a team environment
- Mentors, guides and supports less experienced
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field and 6 years experience, or a Master’s Degree and 4 years of experience.
- Professional proficiency using PTC Creo 3D modeling software or equivalent
- Experience in the design of plastics such as composites, injection molded, & thermoformed parts is a plus
- Demonstrates knowledge with product costs associated with design
- Proficient with GD&T, able to perform tolerance stack up analysis
- Expert in using PDM/PLM systems, WindChill Preferred
- Self-motivated, who leads project teams with minimal supervision
- Excellent interpersonal, communication & organizational skills
- Strong project management and time management skills
- Strong understanding and experience working with industry best practices is a plus
- Must be able to travel occasionally, within and outside of the US
Hiring Range:
The Hiring Salary Range for this position is $74,000.00-$102,000.00 annually.
(Salary offer to be determined by the applicant’s education, experience, knowledge, skills, location, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.)
EEO Statement:
AS, AMERICA INC. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetics, disability, marital status, age, veteran status, domestic partner status, medical condition or any other characteristic protected by law.Only at LIXIL’s request preferred vendors may be invited to refer talent for specific open positions. In such cases, a current and fully executed agreement with LIXIL must be in place.
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