Product Development Engineer II - Faucet Innovation & Cost Reduction

Sterling Kohler; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 84,000 - 128,000; Full time

Job summary

Kohler Co. is seeking an Engineer II, CPD for onsite work in Kohler,WI. You will drive performance, value, and manufacturability of faucet products, identifying cost reductions and efficiency opportunities across global plants.

Lead engineering solutions with minimal guidance and deliver measurable results. Role requires 2+ years in mechanical engineering, CAD proficiency (Creo/Windchill), and hands-on fabrication skills.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited B.S. in engineering is required.
• 2+ years of mechanical engineering experience; leadership of engineering or cross-functional team desirable.
• Working knowledge of CAD modeling; Creo/Windchill preferred.
• Hands-on fabrication and prototyping skills.
• Experience with SAP is a plus; ability to research and manage product data.
• International and domestic travel as needed (approx. 15%).

Responsibilities

• Identify and assess technical feasibility of product redesigns and cost-reduction activities.
• Apply engineering analysis to design enhancements that improve efficiency and cost-effectiveness globally.
• Review product returns and determine root causes; may require travel to customer locations for troubleshooting.
• Collaborate with customer service and quality teams to address failure reports and investigations.
• Develop short- and long-term solutions for product performance issues and document results.
• Generate and evaluate multiple technical solutions using DFSS, FEA, and other methods.
• Own GD&T, tolerances, and form/fit/function evaluations for product designs.
• Ensure compliance and functionality through testing and analysis.

Skills

CAD modeling

Team leadership

Fabrication & prototyping

Education

ABET-accredited B.S. in Engineering

Mechanical or Electrical Engineering focus preferred

Tools

Creo/Windchill

SAP

Job description

Kohler Co. is seeking an Engineer II, CPD for onsite work in Kohler,WI. You will drive performance, value, and manufacturability of faucet products, identifying cost reductions and efficiency opportunities across global plants.

Lead engineering solutions with minimal guidance and deliver measurable results. Role requires 2+ years in mechanical engineering, CAD proficiency (Creo/Windchill), and hands-on fabrication skills.