Senior Project Engineer

Sr. Product Engineer – Up to 58/hr. on long term contract!

The ideal candidate would have at least 5 years of experience in product development from concept to production. Excellent written and oral communication skills are required. Experience working on a cross-functional team and the ability to communicate across categories. A positive can-do attitude and being a valued team player are a must. With minimal supervision, works cross-functionally with engineers, mechanical designers, manufacturing, suppliers, industrial design, and marketing by performing large, complex engineering assignments related to the creation, development, and/or improvement of product designs. Makes independent studies, analyses, interpretations, and conclusions. Assists other engineers and mechanical designers in the use of mechanical engineering/mechanical design principles, computer-aided design, and the completion of engineering/mechanical design activities. This position requires working within the project budget, implementing the project to the schedule, and leading the engineering approvals of production parts. Experience in Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (DFMEA) techniques.

Skills and Abilities The successful candidate:Problem Solving/Decision Making: Ability to use a variety of methods and techniques in solving technical issues.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 have an understanding of handling, packaging, distribution, and sustainability strategies as they relate to product design/material usage decisions.Experience in the engineering approval of parts for production (ISIR/PPAPs)Experience performing and understanding DFMEA/PFMEAs.Experience creating and defining performance requirements on engineering drawings.A proven history of successful product launches into production.Experience working in Product Data Management (PDM) systems such as Windchill is a plus.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 protocols that govern the Steelcase design/engineering process.Computer Skills: Ability to guide and/or create CAD models to document and analyze the engineering/mechanical aspects of the design and utilize other computer applications and software. Creo experience is required, and Windchill experience is nice to have. 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. Must be a team player with good collaboration skills.Administrative: Ability to work on multiple assignments and effectively manage time and priorities.Communication: Ability to communicate technical information with all audiencesUnderstand how products function in the market.Has a high level of inquisitiveness in many areas – not just furniture.Can 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 equivalent is required.· A minimum of 4 years engineering experience in product development.

Required Skills· PTC CREO· 4 plus years in product dev: concept to production· Team Player skills - values team, humility· 3 C's: Committed/owner - Curious – Connected