Product Engineer

New Hampshire Ball Bearings, Inc; Wildwood Village (NH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

New Hampshire Ball Bearings, Inc. (NHBB) in New Hampshire is seeking a Design Engineer to create bearing assemblies and components that meet customer specifications. You will collaborate with sales, customers, and vendors to translate requirements into drawings and specifications.

The role emphasizes cost-conscious design, cross-functional teamwork, and attention to detail. Applicants should have a Bachelor's in Engineering and at least two years of design experience; travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering required.
• Minimum of 2 years' experience in design engineering or closely related field.

Responsibilities

• Design bearing assemblies and components to fit customer applications.
• Collaborate with sales, customers, and vendors to capture requirements and produce specifications.
• Create and review drawings and technical specifications to ensure product compliance and manufacturability.
• Provide internal engineering support across manufacturing, quality, sales, and production control.
• Mentor new team members and share best practices within the department.
• Stay informed on industry standards and trends to improve processes.

Skills

Solidworks

CAD

MS Office

Attention to Detail

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

Solidworks

CAD

Job description

Position Summary

Responsible for designing bearing assemblies and components to fit the customer's application. Partners closely with sales department, customers, and vendors to identify key requirements and produce drawings and technical specifications to ensure manufactured product will meet or exceed all requirements.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Partner closely with customers and stakeholders to develop specifications and designs to meet customer requirements, considering production capabilities and long-term strategies for both the customer and NHBB. Calculate cost analysis, and complete sales and vendor drawings as needed.
• Provide internal expertise and support regarding all manufacturing, quality, sales, and production control activities involved with successfully delivering product to meet all aspects of the customer's needs.
• Investigates and analyzes new materials, equipment, and engineering practices. Reviews drawings to assess alternative techniques for production and make recommendations to improve cost and quality.
• Supports projects by preparing data, drawings, or presentations to communicate information in a professional and organized fashion. Mentors new team members as assigned to improve the overall capabilities of the department.
• Collaborates with cross-functional teams to provide Engineering recommendations and share best practices. Maintains an understanding of industry standards and trends to improve processes within primary work area.
• Ensures compliance with all safety and environmental rules and regulations, keeping an organized work area and reporting concerns to leadership or the Safety team.

Job Skills & Abilities:

• Proficient with computer design systems (Solidworks, CAD) and Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Extensive knowledge of bearing design, engineering principals, and ability to work independently to complete projects and assignments
• Excellent Attention to Detail
• Self-starter with team mentality
• Excellent written and oral communication skills with employees at all levels; Ability to interface and build professional and cooperative relationships with the customer and external partners on behalf of NHBB
• Creative problem-solver, with the ability to make timely decisions with consideration for both the customer and NHBB's interests

Education and Experience:

• Bachelors' Degree in Engineering
• Minimum of 2 years' experience in Design Engineering or closely related field

Physical Requirements:

• Requires long periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer
• Must be able to access and navigate all areas of the industrial facility.
• Occasional travel may be required

Disclaimer: Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position. The duties and responsibilities described are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned to the employee from time to time. The job description does not constitute a contract of employment and the Company may exercise its employment-at-will rights at any time. The above lists all of the essential functions, education, experience, skills and abilities required. Employees must also demonstrate good interpersonal skills, attitude and professionalism, acceptable attendance and work behaviors.

NHBB is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

New Hampshire Ball Bearings, Inc. (NHBB) is a leading manufacturer of precision bearings and complex bearing assemblies for the aerospace, defense, medical, dental, and high technology markets. Founded in Peterborough, NH in 1946, our almost 8 decades of success are rooted in our commitment to the safety, health and wellness of our employees, and partnerships with our customers, suppliers and the communities that surround us.