Engineer- Sinks Product Group

Zurn Elkay Water Solutions

Downers Grove (IL)

On-site

USD 65,000 - 85,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, AD&

Life Insurance

Matching 401(k) Contribution

Health Savings Account

Up to 3 weeks starting Vacation

12 Paid Holidays

Annual Bonus Eligibility

Educational Reimbursement

Matching Gift Program

Employee Stock Purchase Plan –a0stock

Job summary

Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation is seeking an Engineer I to design mechanical components for sink and faucet products. You will participate in ideation, prototyping, testing, and documentation, working with Product Management, Operations, Quality, Sourcing, and Manufacturing to ensure robust performance, cost targets, and schedules.

The role requires a Mechanical Engineering degree, strong CAD skills (SolidWorks preferred), and the ability to collaborate across disciplines in a

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related technical field.
Strong 2D drawing and 3D modeling skills; SolidWorks preferred.
Effective communication and presentation skills.
Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional team environment.

Responsibilities

Design mechanical components and systems for NPD initiatives related to sinks and faucet product lines.
Direct involvement in all aspects of product development, including ideation, prototyping, design verification, and production validation.
Evaluate customer feedback, requirements, existing product designs, and performance standards to support new product development.
Research and implement design enhancements to support cost reductions and quality improvements.
Collaborate with Product Management, Operations, Quality, Sourcing, and Manufacturing to meet performance, quality, cost, and schedule objectives.
Drive manufacturing optimization and cost reductions through teamwork and process improvements.
Develop and execute in-house validation tests with senior engineers and lab technicians.
Document new designs in the document control system with 2D drawings, 3D models, BOMs, routers, and literature.

Skills

2D drawing

3D modeling

SolidWorks

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

The Company

Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation is a thriving, values-driven company focused on doing the right things. We’re a fast growing, publicly traded company (NYSE: ZWS), with an enduring reputation for integrity, giving back, and providing an engaging, inclusive environment where careers flourish and grow.

Named by Newsweek as One of America’s Most Responsible Companies and an Energage USA Top Workplace, at Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation, we never forget that our people are at the center of what makes us successful. They are the driving force behind our superior quality, product ingenuity, and exceptional customer experience. Our commitment to our people and their professional development is a recipe for success that has fueled our growth for over 100 years, as one of today’s leading international suppliers of plumbing and water delivery solutions.

Headquartered in Milwaukee, WI, Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation employs over 2800 employees worldwide, working from 24 locations across the U.S., China, Canada, Dubai, and Mexico, with sales offices available around the globe. We hope you’ll visit our website and learn more about Zurn Elkay at zurnelkay.com.

The Engineer I supports the design, development, validation, and continuous improvement of sink products and related accessories. Working under the guidance of senior engineers, this role contributes to product development projects, engineering analyses, laboratory testing, design documentation, and sustaining engineering activities. The Engineer I collaborates closely with Product Management, Operations, Quality, Sourcing, and Manufacturing to ensure products meet performance, quality, cost, and schedule objectives.

Job Responsibilities

Design mechanical components and systems for NPD initiatives related to the sinks and faucet product lines.
Direct involvement in all aspects of product development, including ideation, prototyping, design verification, and production validation.
Evaluate customer feedback, customer requirements, existing product designs, and performance standards to support the development of new products.
Research, make recommendations, and execute product design enhancements or modifications to support cost reduction and quality improvements
Serve as part of a multi-disciplinary team to promote and drive continuous improvement activities.
Help drive manufacturing optimization and cost reductions through innovative teamwork and process improvement.
Collaborate with senior engineers and lab technicians to develop and execute in-house validation tests.
Collaborate with the drafting/design team to properly document all new designs within the document control system, including 2D drawings, 3D models, bills of materials, routers, and technical literature.

Job Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related technical field
Strong 2D drawing and 3D modeling skills, Solidworks preferred.
Effective communication and presentation skills.
Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional team environment.
Experience with overseas sourcing and manufacturing a plus
Experience with various sheet metal manufacturing processes like forming, drawing, annealing and welding.
Ability to manage multiple projects at one time
Hands-on mechanical aptitude in a test lab environment
Support DFMEA and design review activities
Ability to work proficiently on cross functional teams to achieve product development goals
Ability to develop and execute action plans
Familiarity with third party certification agencies