American Contract Group, Inc Hiring for RESIDENT PRODUCT ENGINEER Full Time

The ideal candidate would have at least 4 years of experience in product engineering. Excellent written and oral communication skills are required.

A positive can-do attitude and being a valued team player are a must. ***Must: CREO and Windchill experience.

Desirable: Wood, Plastic, Sheet metal, electrical product design

With little supervision, works with engineers, mechanical designers, manufacturing, suppliers, and marketing by performing large, complex engineering assignments related to the creation, development and/or improvement of product designs. Makes independent studies, analysis, interpretations and conclusions.

Results are not generally reviewed in detail except when key decisions are required and major milestones are achieved.

Skills and Abilities The successful candidate: Problem Solving/Decision Making: Ability to use a variety of methods and techniques in solving technical issues

Engage in learning and personal development designed to expand capability and expertise

Technology/Engineering Analysis & Methodology: Ability to apply mechanical engineering principles, mechanical properties, material science, manufacturing processes and procedures, and tooling as they relate to the engineering of a product. Must also have an understanding of handling, packaging, distribution and environmental strategies as they relate to product design/material usage decisions

Research, Innovation and Concept Analysis: Ability to research and gather information, generate creative engineering/design solutions, and evaluate the overall relative value of different concepts, ideas and designs in support of stated goals

Economic Analysis: Ability to understand/interpret product and tooling cost data, economic principles and profit/loss analysis as they relate to the engineering of a product.

Systems, Procedures & Standards: Ability to apply appropriate standards and protocol that govern the Steelcase design/engineering process

Computer Skills: Ability to guide and/or create CAD (Pro/E) models to document and analyze the engineering/mechanical aspects of the design and utilize other computer applications and software

Business Industry Knowledge: Ability to acquire knowledge of the office furniture industry, Steelcase organization, processes, products, standards and information systems.

Interpersonal: Ability to work with peers and management in a multi-disciplined team environment

Administrative: Ability to work on multiple assignments and effectively manage time and priorities

Communication: Ability to communicate technical information with all audiences Understands how products function in the market

Has a high level of inquisitiveness in a large number of areas – not just furniture Is able to see multiple solutions to a problem; stays mentally open rather than prematurely choosing the “best solution”

Approaches and draws inspiration from a variety of sources

Has the ability to see solutions in other, sometimes unexpected, places and apply them to a challenging problem

Has a broad range of interests and a multidisciplinary point of view

Has an appreciation for Industrial Design, Marketing, Finance, Project Management, Quality, Operations, etc.

Has a love for exploring new ideas, places, and things inside and outside of work Education/Experience

A minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar is required A minimum of 4 years engineering experience.

The ideal candidate would have a strong background in product engineering. Experience conducting drawing reviews, releasing parts for tooling, evaluating dimensional s, and approving the parts for production would be ideal skills for this candidate.

Skill sets: 1) Good communication skills – collaborating with internal manufacturing plants and suppliers to get alignment on engineering drawings prior to tool release.

2) Good Problem solving skills – ability to quickly determine root cause and corrective action to a problem.

3) Experience approving parts for production and working with manufacturing/suppliers – Evaluating and approving dimensional s of parts and working with manufacturing to make an acceptable product to our customers. A strong background working with manufacturing facilities and suppliers would be ideal. A broad range of manufacturing process knowledge including aluminum extrusions and cnc machining a plus.

The position requires the ability to work on-site.

Job Type: Contract

Pay: Up to $66.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Health insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Grand Rapids, MI: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: One location