Development Engineer: Prototyping & CAD/CAM Solutions

Federal Foam Technologies, Inc.; New Richmond (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

401(k) plan

Job summary

Federal Foam Technologies, Inc. in New Richmond, Wisconsin is seeking a Development Engineer to act as a liaison between FFT and customers to develop solutions for parts and projects by selecting materials and manufacturing methods.

You will prototype parts, test methods, and adjust designs with sales and technical staff to ensure cost-effective manufacturing. You will analyze drawings, prepare prototypes and cost estimates, and coordinate production machinery usage for development projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related technical area; or an AA with two years related experience.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents and customer specifications.
• Experience with CAM programming, AutoCAD, CREO, and ERP software is required.

Responsibilities

• Meets with current and prospective customers to facilitate business opportunities.
• Analyze blueprints and specifications to determine feasibility of proposals.
• Prepare cost estimates for prototypes and parts.
• Oversee and participate in Engineering Job Orders creation and execution.
• Coordinate production machinery usage for development projects with planning staff.
• Develop and manufacture prototype parts and processes and implement into production as needed.
• Provide technical information and training on manufacturing processes and materials.
• Participate in acoustical development projects and measure sound using various methods.
• Evaluate findings to develop new concepts, products or processes; apply findings to new uses.
• Consult with suppliers on specifications, costs, and quality standards.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Analytical thinking

Communication

Physical ability 50 lbs

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Associate's degree or equivalent

Tools

CAM programming

AutoCAD

CREO

ERP software

Job description

Federal Foam Technologies, Inc. in New Richmond, Wisconsin is seeking a Development Engineer to act as a liaison between FFT and customers to develop solutions for parts and projects by selecting materials and manufacturing methods.

You will prototype parts, test methods, and adjust designs with sales and technical staff to ensure cost-effective manufacturing. You will analyze drawings, prepare prototypes and cost estimates, and coordinate production machinery usage for development projects.