Development Program - Colors, Materials, + Finishes Development Engineer - 2027

HNI Corporation; Muscatine (IA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

HNI Corporation is seeking a Colors, Materials, + Finishes Development Engineer to join the Workplace Furnishings team in the United States. The role focuses on new product development, data analysis, and cross-functional collaboration to drive standardization and continuous improvement across components.

The candidate will work with procurement, product management, engineering and operations to build a strong network and achieve business results, while leveraging Lean principles and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
• 2 years of work experience specific to engineering; internships and co-ops will be considered.

Responsibilities

• Participate in new product development activities.
• Analyze data, identify opportunities and develop business case to support conclusion.
• Participate and contribute to rapid continuous improvement teams to ensure proper implementation of new product development projects.
• Work cross-functionally with Strategic Procurement, Product Business Management, Product Engineering and Operations to build an effective network of communication and support to achieve organizational result.
• Conduct investigations toward standardization of product components.

Skills

Problem solving

Lean manufacturing

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Job description

Position at HNI Workplace Furnishings

HNI Corporationis a global family of brands for the workplace and home dedicated to enhancing the spaces where we live, work, and gather. Wepride ourselves on fostering an environment where we make a positive impact on others; upholding our beliefs in integrity, inclusion and belonging.

Your Impact Starts the Day You Do!

What We Need:

We are looking for a Colors, Materials, + Finishes Development Engineer to join our HNI Workplace Furnishings team.

What You Will Do:

• Participate in new product development activities
• Analyze data, identify opportunities and develop business case to support conclusion
• Participate and contribute to rapid continuous improvement teams to ensure proper implementation of new product development projects
• Work cross-functionally with Strategic Procurement, Product Business Management, Product Engineering and Operations to build an effective network of communication and support to achieve organizational result
• Conduct investigations toward standardization of product components

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What You Have:

• Bachelors' Degree in Engineering
• 2 years of work experience specific to engineering; internships and co-ops will be considered

What You're Good At:

• Strong problem-solving capabilities
• Lean Manufacturing principles including RCI, 3P, Value Stream Mapping, and statistical analysis

We are not accepting any candidates that require company sponsorship to legally work in the United States.

HNI Corporation (NYSE: HNI) is a manufacturer of workplace furnishings and building products, operating under two segments. The workplace furnishings segment is a leading global designer and provider of commercial furnishings, going to market under multiple unique brands. The residential building products segment is the nation's leading manufacturer and marketer of hearth products.
We offer benefits starting from Day 1. To learn more, visit www.HNIbenefits.com.
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