Product Engineer

TSE Brakes, Inc.; Cullman (AL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K with company match

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid holidays

Educational reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Job summary

TSE Brakes, Inc. is seeking a Product Engineer to provide technical support for customers, develop new brake products, and manage warranty issues. The role involves working with the Plant team in Cullman, AL and requires CAD/3D modeling, GD&T, and strong data analysis skills.

Responsibilities include DFMEA creation, DVP planning and testing, and collaboration with Manufacturing, Purchasing, and Quality to bring new products to production. Travel up to four times per year is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent experience.
• Knowledge of engineering drawings and GD&T.
• Experience with data acquisition and communications protocols (CAN, RS-485 a plus).
• Strong problem-solving and data analysis skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop new products to meet customer requirements and company goals.
• Create and maintain a DFMEA for all design responsible products.
• Determine the DVP for new products and changes to evaluate performance and durability.
• Perform DVP testing, data review, and analysis.
• Use Marmon Toolbox to improve product and design processes.
• Create and maintain BOMs and assembly drawings for parts.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Purchasing, and Quality to transition to production and reduce issues.

Skills

CAD/3D Modeling

Interpersonal skills

GD&T

CAN/RS-485

Firmware basics

SPC/Data analysis

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering

Tools

Marmon Toolbox

CAD/3D Modeling Software

Job description

TSE Brakes, Inc. As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings—which is backed by Berkshire Hathaway—you’ll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We’re committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone’s empowered to be their best.

The Product Engineer is responsible for technical support for new and existing customers. They work with customers to recommend products for their application, manage the warranty process, provide technical support in the event of a field issue, and aid in the development of new products to meet customers’ needs.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop new products to meet customer requirements and company goals and objectives.
• Ensure all products meet applicable regulatory requirements.
• Ensure all products meet TSE goals and design guidelines.
• Create and continuously maintain a Design Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (DFMEA) for all TSE design responsible products.
• Determine the Design Verification Plan (DVP) for all new products and product changes to evaluate the performance and durability compared to the requirements.
• Perform all DVP testing, including data review and analysis.
• Use the Marmon Toolbox to continuously improve the product and the design process.
• Create and maintain all components and assembly drawings to ensure all parts meet the design intent and maintain quality and performance requirements of the product.
• Create and maintain the Bill of Material (BOM) for all products.
• Work closely with Manufacturing, Purchasing, and Quality to successfully transition all new products to production, as well as aid in reducing problems through design for manufacturing.
• Provide technical support, mechanical, electrical, and communications, to sales and directly to customers for all products.
• On site meetings with the team at the Plant.
• Minimum 4 trips per year.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Knowledge and experience with utilization of CAD/3-D Modeling Software.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills.
• Ability to create and understand engineering drawings and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) Understanding of commercial vehicle brake system requirements
• Understanding of data acquisition and communications protocols. CAN and RS485 are a plus.
• Basic understanding and ability in microelectronics and associated firmware.
• Understanding of Statistical Process Control (SPC) Strong data analysis and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects, with attention to detail.

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or relevant professional experience.

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Must be able to occasionally lift up to 50lbs at a time.
• Occasionally required to reach with hands and arms
• Occasionally stoop, kneel, bend, or twist
• Regularly required to stand, walk, sit, and talk or hear
• Travel will be required, and frequency will be based on key business needs
• Position to be based out of TSE Brake’s Cullman, AL Headquarters
• The company has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by managers as deemed appropriate.

Perks & Payoff!

• The Perks & Payoff! The best part? Your coverage starts on DAY 1.
• No waiting periods, just immediate peace of mind.
• Top-Tier Health: Choose from three different BCBS of IL Medical plans to fit your lifestyle, plus Dental and Vision coverage.
• Your Future, Funded: 401K with a company match—and you are vested immediately (your money is yours from the start!).
• Total Protection: Free Basic Life Insurance for you, plus voluntary options for your spouse and kids.
• Safety Net: Access to Aflac (Critical Illness, Hospital, Accident) and both Short/Long-term Disability.
• Rest & Recharge: Enjoy 10 Paid Holidays per year, plus dedicated Vacation and Personal Sick Time.
• Level Up Your Skills: We invest in you with our Educational Reimbursement Program.
• Total Wellbeing: Free access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for when life gets complicated.

Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law. We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to [e-mail], and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.

TSE Brakes is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, creed, religion, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition as defined by applicable state law, genetic information, marital status, familiar status, sex, equal pay, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, transgender status, age, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

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