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Johnson Welded Products, Inc. lists this Senior Product Engineer opportunity in sloan township, Iowa. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Tramec is currently seeking a Senior Project Engineer to join either our Tramec Sloan facility in Holland, Michigan or our Tramec Sloan facility in Galion, OH.
The Senior Product Engineer is responsible for leading the design, development, validation, launch, and continuous improvement of products throughout their lifecycle. This position provides technical leadership, mentors junior engineers, and leads cross-functional teams while partnering with customers, suppliers, manufacturing, quality, purchasing, and sales.
Essential Job Functions:
Lead new product development from concept through production launch.
Provide technical leadership for cross-functional engineering teams.
Develop innovative product designs using SolidWorks.
Create and maintain CAD models, drawings, BOMs, routings, Product Masters, and ECNs/ECOs.
Lead APQP, DFMEA, PFMEA, Control Plans, PPAP, and design reviews.
Evaluate manufacturability, cost, quality, reliability, and serviceability.
Manage projects involving injection molding, stamping, roll forming, welding, machining, and assembly.
Drive cost reduction and value engineering initiatives.
Support tooling development, supplier qualification, prototype builds, and production launches.
Lead root cause investigations using 8D, 5 Why, and DMAIC.
Analyze warranty and field performance data.
Mentor engineers and technicians.
Lead customer and supplier technical reviews.
Support Lean and Kaizen initiatives.
Ensure compliance with QMS and industry standards.
Travel 10–20% as required.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Design Engineering, or related field required.
Master's degree preferred.
Minimum 8 years of product engineering experience.
Experience leading engineering projects from concept through production.
Knowledge of APQP, PPAP, PLM, and engineering change management.
Heavy-duty truck, automotive, or industrial equipment experience preferred.
Computer Skills
SolidWorks
PDM/PLM systems
AutoCAD
Epicor or equivalent ERP
Microsoft Office Suite
Advanced Excel
Project management software
Technical Knowledge
GD&T
DFM/DFA
Lean Manufacturing
Six Sigma
Injection molding
Metal fabrication
Root cause analysis
Product validation testing
Leadership Competencies
Technical leadership
Project leadership
Mentoring and coaching
Strategic thinking
Excellent communication
Strong analytical and organizational skills
Physical Requirements
Walking Sitting Standing Typing Reading Grasping
Stooping Twisting Reaching Climbing Bending Stretching
Lifting- up to 50lbs.
Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and drug screening. Tramec is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as defined by applicable law.
At this time, we are not able to offer visa sponsorship or relocation assistance for this position.
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