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Getman Corporation. lists this Product Line Engineer opportunity in bangor, Michigan. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
LOCATION:
Bangor
JOB SUMMARY
The Product Line Engineer will carry out and lead design, development, and product optimization of Getman products throughout their entire life cycle. The position involves working in a dynamic design environment and thorough knowledge of customer product needs, requiring the ability to integrate both theoretical knowledge and practical experience to produce high-quality products. The position will regularly interface with internal and external customers and stakeholders in global business environment, being the technical point of contact for Getman brand and assigned products.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Carry out design and development activities for assigned Getman products throughout their entire life cycle.
Utilize strong engineering fundamentals to apply knowledge of customer applications and modularization strategies, competitive products, design for manufacturing and assembly, and service needs to differentiate and add value to Getman products while maintaining cost competitiveness.
Lead, train, and mentor other engineers and technical staff to complete specifications, calculations, analysis and material/component selection related to assigned product line.
Understand customer needs for Getman products through regular customer site visits. Develop expertise about various applications, how to support products, and provide recommendations to encourage sales growth.
While staying on the forefront of new improvements and solutions for Getman products, utilize strategies of common content to promote efficiencies when sculpting the technical direction for the product line.
Prepare detailed designs, schematics, computer aided 3D models, and assembly drawings in SolidWorks from concept discussions and mark up drawings for other engineering team members to follow.
Utilize ERP software (Epicor) to create or modify Bills of Material (parts, assemblies, modules, or full trucks) as required for designs.
Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues and make other improvements on product designs.
Work cross-functionally within Getman for the development, integration and support of new products and features as well as existing products within the assigned product line.
Plan, develop and execute schedules for projects and production requirements as required, taking actions necessary to expedite the successful accomplishment of assigned projects.
Participate in short-term and long-range planning, including Advanced Planning and coordination.
This is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of activities, duties, or responsibilities required, and the incumbent will perform other duties as assigned.
This description may be changed to include new responsibilities and tasks or change existing ones as leadership deems necessary.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each responsibility satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the responsibilities.
Education and/or Experience
Minimum BSME, BSEE or other related degree from an accredited engineering college.
Minimum of 8 years of product engineering experience, with experience in leading technical development efforts in cross functional environments, with internal and external stakeholders.
Strong experience in Design for Manufacturing and Assembly.
Demonstrated experience of understanding the operating environment and customer expectations for Mobile Underground Mining Equipment to help guide the direction of the assigned product offerings.
Proven experience of taking customer level requirements and developing system and component level requirements and specifications leading to technical solutions.
Skills, Talents and/or Characteristics
Technical and application knowledge in underground mining equipment.
Organizational skills, including ability to communicate with internal and external customers and stakeholders in global business environment.
Ability to select, apply and develop technical solutions for product subsystems and full vehicle systems, including hydraulics, electrical/instrumentation.
Willingness to work in factory environment and develop accurate fabrication and assembly drawings and BOMs. Lead or contributor role in ECR, ECN processes for the designated product line.
Strong working knowledge of CAD software, preferably SolidWorks.
Microsoft Project or similar project management tool experience to track project timelines, working knowledge and background with Stage- Gate models.
Development of equipment Operations and Maintenance manuals and Spare Parts manuals together with technical documentation professionals.
Apply advanced mathematical and engineering concepts for structural and vehicle system analysis.
Read, interpret, and apply documents such as industry standards, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Strong written and verbal communications.
Proven ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships both internally and externally.
Getman Corporation is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need assistance during the application or interview process, please let us know.
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