Lead Engineer, Product

Danfoss; Van Wert (OH); On-site; USD 105,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

13th salary

Annual bonus

Paid vacation

Pension plans

Personal insurance

Job summary

Danfoss is seeking a Lead Product Engineer to provide expert support for Aeroquip Fluid Conveyance products. You will lead multi-disciplinary teams, design products, develop test plans, and analyze data to meet performance criteria.

The role requires strong project leadership, mentoring of engineers, and the ability to manage complex projects with international travel. Relocation is not provided, but the position offers growth within a global company.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Materials or other Engineering from an accredited institution.
• Legally authorized to work in the U.S. without company sponsorship.
• Must be within 50 miles of the Van Wert, OH; Maumee, OH; or Mountain Home, AR facility. Relocation assistance is not available for this position.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in product engineering or manufacturing engineering.

Responsibilities

• Display a proficient application of core Engineering tools/principles, industry best practices and recognition for technical expertise.
• Demonstrate consistent use of advanced technical principles while mentoring other engineers.
• Demonstrate proficiency in advanced problem-solving techniques.
• Clearly direct and aid in the development of cross functional team members.
• Determine the critical aspects to monitor and maintain throughout key projects.
• Demonstrate effective communication with peers and management.
• Ability to layout multiple large-scale projects and drive them to closure with poise and self-reliance.
• Expert in designing products, developing test plans, analyzing test data against performance criteria, writing conclusive reports, and acting as technical and/or project leader between all functions of the organization.
• Up to 10% domestic and international travel may be required to support project activities.

Skills

Engineering tools

Mentoring engineers

Problem solving

Cross-functional leadership

Project management

Communication

Project leadership

Product design

Test planning

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Materials or other Engineering

Job description

The Impact You'll Make

The Lead Product Engineer utilizes advanced tools in problem solving and project management to solve technical issues. This role is responsible for providing product engineering support for existing Aeroquip Fluid Conveyance Products. This includes leading RPS, Technical Support, Cost Out, Product Dispositions, Product Reliability, Product Liability and Competitive Product Analysis. The Lead Engineer has demonstrated use of their unique skills, has a track record of multiple large-scale project successes, has worked internationally (significant projects or physical location), and is recognized within the organization as an expert in multiple products and processes.

The Impact You'll Make

The Lead Product Engineer utilizes advanced tools in problem solving and project management to solve technical issues. This role is responsible for providing product engineering support for existing Aeroquip Fluid Conveyance Products. This includes leading RPS, Technical Support, Cost Out, Product Dispositions, Product Reliability, Product Liability and Competitive Product Analysis. The Lead Engineer has demonstrated use of their unique skills, has a track record of multiple large-scale project successes, has worked internationally (significant projects or physical location), and is recognized within the organization as an expert in multiple products and processes.

What You'll Be Doing

• Display a proficient application of core Engineering tools/principles, industry best practices and recognition for technical expertise
• Demonstrate consistent use of advanced technical principles while mentoring other engineers
• Demonstrate proficiency in advanced problem-solving techniques
• Clearly direct and aid in the development of cross functional team members
• Determine the critical aspects to monitor and maintain throughout key projects
• Demonstrate effective communication with peers and management
• Ability to layout multiple large-scale projects and drive them to closure with poise and self-reliance
• Expert in designing products, developing test plans, analyzing test data against performance criteria, writing conclusive reports, and acting as technical and/or project leader between all functions of the organization
• Up to 10% domestic and international travel may be required to support project activities

What We're Looking For

Required (basic) qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Materials or other Engineering from an accredited institution
• Legally authorized to work in the U.S. without company sponsorship
• Must be within 50 miles of the Van Wert, OH; Maumee, OH; or Mountain Home, AR facility. Relocation assistance is not available for this position.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in product engineering or manufacturing engineering

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years' experience in product engineering or manufacturing engineering
• Minimum 10 years' experience in hydraulics products/systems

Job Criteria

• Ability to confidently and clearly communicate to all levels of the organization
• Ability to clearly direct general activities when leading a cross functional team

What You'll Get From Us

• We promote from within and support your learning with mentoring, training, and access to global opportunities.
• You'll have flexibility, autonomy, and support to do your best work while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Your well-being matters to us.
• We strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are respected, and valued for who they are.
• You'll receive benefits like 13th salary, annual bonus, paid vacation, pension plans, personal insurance, and more. These vary by country and contract, but they're worth asking about—we think they're pretty great.

Our Commitment to Transparency

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The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Any benefits listed do not promise or guarantee any particular benefit or specific action. They may depend on country or contract specifics and are subject to change at any time without prior notice.

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