Associate Product Engineer

Cornerstonebuildingbrandscareers; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits starting day 1

401k

PTO

Paid holidays

Job summary

The Cornerstone Building Brands Product Engineering Team is seeking a Product Engineer I to lead innovation across window and door products. You will design, prototype, certify, and launch new products while driving cost savings and revenue initiatives.

You will analyze existing products, ensure specifications, and monitor compliance with AAMA/WDMA/NAMI/CSA/NFRC/IGMA standards. Travel up to 15% and cross-functional collaboration required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering required; Mechanical preferred.
• 2+ years of relevant engineering experience.
• Experience in fenestration/construction preferred.
• Strong problem solving and cross-functional collaboration.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings and data reports.

Responsibilities

• Designs, prototypes, certifies, and launches new products.
• Analyzes current products to ensure specs are maintained.
• Reviews feasibility of newly proposed products and designs.
• Monitors product compliance with industry standards (AAMA, WDMA, NAMI, CSA, NFRC, IGMA).
• Creates detailed drawings and reports for coordination with other teams.
• Manages Engineering Change Orders and Non-Standard Product Requests.
• Liaises as technical lead for projects related to assigned product lines.
• Visits manufacturing facilities for launches and audits.
• Participates in kaizen and voice-of-customer exercises.
• Visits construction sites to assist in customer service and field testing. Occasional homeowner contact may be required.

Skills

Problem solving

Teamwork

Project management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Mechanical preferred)

Tools

AutoCAD

3D modeling software

Microsoft Office Suite

ERP/MRP software

Job description

The Product Engineer I is an essential member of the Product Engineering Team. The primary objective of this role is to lead Cornerstone Building Brand's focus on innovation and problem solving for the building industry. The Product Engineer works directly with window and door products. This role will focus on creative ways to meet ever-changing customer requirements, with a primary concentration on new product development and improved performance. In addition, the Product Engineer I will discover, lead, and implement revenue generating and cost savings initiatives.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Designs, prototypes, certifies, and launches new products.
• Analyzes current products to ensure specifications are maintained and current.
• Reviews, analyzes, and determines applicability and feasibility of newly proposed products and deigns.
• Monitors products to ensure compliance with industry certification program standards (AAMA, WDMA, NAMI, CSA, NFRC, and IGMA).
• Creates and reviews detailed drawings, schematics, prototypes, and data rich reports for coordination with other business teams.
• Manages Engineering Change Orders and Non-Standard Product Requests
• Embraces the role of Product Champion and liaises as the technical lead for all projects related to their assigned product lines.
• Visits manufacturing facilities to assist in new product launches, production support, internal/external audits.
• Participates in kaizen and voice-of-customer exercises.
• Visits construction sites to assist in customer service, field testing, and service department support. Occasional homeowner contact may be required.

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering required (Mechanical Engineering preferred).

2 plus years of relevant engineering work preferred.

Experience in new product development preferred.

Demonstrated ability to problem solve, work in teams, and complete projects.

Experience in fenestration and/or construction will be given priority consideration.

Must be able to handle multiple competing demands.

Must demonstrate an understanding of manufacturing processes, especially as they relate to building products and the construction industry.

Must possess the ability to make sound decisions, utilizing industry knowledge.

Must maintain strong communication lines with cross functional teams including engineering, sales, service, manufacturing, suppliers, and customers.

Must possess the ability to articulate complex technical concepts in layman's terms.

Must have the ability to proactively identify changes in building codes, and trends in customer specifications to stay ahead of industry demands.

Must demonstrate a strong desire to continuously improve company products and systems.

Must have exceptional overall computer aptitude, including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, AutoCAD, and 3D modeling software. ERP/MRP software familiarity is preferred.

Must have strong experience, and skill, in using hand and machine tools.

Up to 15% Travel required

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $70,000-$80,000 + medical, dental, vision benefits starting day 1 + 401k and PTO. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process. (Full-time is defined as regularly working 30+ hours per week.)

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Why work for Cornerstone Building Brands?

Our teams are at the heart of our purpose to positively contribute to the communities where we live, work and play . Full-time* team members receive** medical, dental and vision benefits starting day 1. Other benefits include PTO, paid holidays, FSA, life insurance, LTD, STD, 401k, EAP, discount programs, tuition reimbursement, training, and professional development.

*Full-time is defined as regularly working 30+ hours per week. **Union programs may vary depending on the collective bargaining agreement.

Cornerstone Building Brands is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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