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

HNI Workplace Furnishings, LLC; Muscatine (IA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

HNI Workplace Furnishings is seeking a Colors, Materials, + Finishes Development Engineer to join our engineering team in the United States.

You will participate in new product development, analyze data to build business cases, and collaborate cross-functionally to standardize components and drive continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering is required.
• 2 years of engineering work experience; 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 results
• Conduct investigations toward standardization of product components

Skills

Problem-solving

Lean Manufacturing

Statistical Analysis

RCI

3P

Value Stream Mapping

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Job description

Position at HNI Workplace Furnishings

Description

Position at HNI Workplace Furnishings. HNI Corporation is a global family of brands for the workplace and home dedicated to enhancing the spaces where we live, work, and gather. We pride 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 results
• Conduct investigations toward standardization of product components

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.

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Company is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.