Mechanical Engineer II - Product Quality bei AprilAire

We are looking for a Mechanical Engineer II (Product Quality focus) to join our engineering team in our Sun Prairie Innovation Center! In this role you will provide cross functional support throughout the NPD process, develop new cost effective design solutions, and prepare engineering specifications and production documentation.

The Product Engineer II is tasked with responsibilities in the following key areas:

• · Plan and direct testing of new products, components and materials and the improving and updating of existing products and components.
• · Participate on cross functional teams to ensure the continuous, on-going improvement of processes, methods, productivity and quality, while reducing costs.
• · Provide status and information to keep stakeholders informed of progress on key test plan activities and outcomes.

Leadership Accountabilities

• Create, maintain, and obtain approval of Design Verification Plans and Reports (DVP&R).
• Identify product or productivity improvement opportunities.
• Collaborate with other functional groups as a technical resource for product line.
• Be a technical voice in design reviews and design decisions.

Execution

• Prepare production samples and prototypes for testing at internal and external labs.
• Install units for field performance testing.
• Support process improvement and cost reduction projects without compromising product quality.
• Coordinate with vendors for obtaining parts and samples for test tooling.
• Prepare testing set ups (i.e. equipment, fixtures, etc.), build test fixtures as required and perform tests according to procedures.
• Monitor test data, analyze and prepare test reports.
• Collaborate with Product Management to ensure products are meeting customers expectations
• Use engineering problem solving tools and methods to systematically solve production or customer issues.

Process

• Develop and/or recommend improved or new testing procedures.
• Review and approve CRs and CNs in the Windchill PLM system.
• Collaborate with others in the Engineering team and other departments to accomplish goals and solve issues
• Initiate purchase orders and requisitions

Technical

• Act as a technical resource to other departments to address and resolve inquiries and problems.
• Collaborate with Lab Operation team on planning and executing tests.
• Follow engineering and problem-solving principles in the execution of day-to-day work
• Provide technical input in NPI activities and Engineering design reviews.

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, or similar disciplines
• 3+ years of product engineering experience including new product design and sustaining activities
• Experience in the design of high volume products is desirable
• Experience working within industry codes and standards.
• Understanding of robust engineering practices with experience in the following a plus:
  • Constructing test plans and conducting developmental testing of humidification, refrigeration systems, filtration, and ventilation.
  • Investigating field returned warranty unit and determining solutions when issues occur
• Passion for improving Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) and achieving the goal of healthy air.
• Experience having a primary role on a team to bring new products to market using a New Product Development process.
• Working knowledge of SolidWorks; ability to use for design is a plus
• Industry experience in consumer products, commercial products and/or electronic products that are mass produced.
• Must have effective technical communication skills.
• Must be able to produce professional and usable engineering output with minimal direction.
• Working knowledge of regulations, standards, and codes such as those produced or endorsed by, but not limited to, IEC, IEEE, NEMA, NEC, UL, AHRI, and ASHRAE.
• Understanding of Design for Six Sigma is a plus
• Experience with Windchill PLM is a plus
• Demonstrated understanding of environmental, reliability & qualification testing.
• Teamwork, ability to work cohesively in a team environment.
• Motivation, high energy. demonstrate high urgency while working within the team environment to drive projects/tasks to completion in order to meet project deadlines.
• Project Management skills, ability to plan and manage projects from ideation to implementation.