Product Engineer – Industrial Heating Systems

Smiths Group

Cookeville (TN)

On-site

USD 70,000 - 90,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Disability insurance

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Vision insurance

Job summary

TUTCO, a leading provider of electric heating elements, is seeking a Product Engineer to design, develop and improve heating products and manufacturing processes for industrial, commercial, and residential applications. You will collaborate with Sales, Manufacturing, Quality, and Operations to drive cost reduction, product performance, and continuous improvement from concept through production.

Strong CAD skills and hands-on testing are essential.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field.
2+ years design experience with 3D CAD.
Knowledge of drafting standards and design layout.
Willingness to travel for overnight site visits.
Experience with SPC and FMEA is preferred.
Proficiency in GD&T and FEA concepts.
Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

Design and develop electric heating elements, assemblies, and thermal systems for industrial, commercial, and residential applications.
Verifies product design. Checks manufacturing drawings for completeness and accuracy. Performs engineering tests and submits product for screen and qualification testing in the lab.
Coordinates new product development, debug and release. Follows all product development steps, supplies tooling groups with necessary drawings for quoting and tool build. Assists and supports manufacturing in the debug process. Responsible for follow-up, documentation, publishing and expediting all action items of a new product program.
Create and maintain engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.
Prepares and follows deviations and engineering change orders (ECO) per documented work instructions.
Evaluate customer requirements and develop customized product solutions.
Conduct product testing, validation, and performance analysis to ensure compliance with specifications and industry standards
Interfaces with internal departments (manufacturing, quality, lab, sales and marketing) to ensure design objectives are met in a timely manner and assists by providing product information, engineering samples and technical advice. Also interfaces with suppliers and customers.
Lead or support continuous improvement and cost-reduction projects.
Directs activities related to verification/validation testing of new designs.
Supports quality by following approved policies, procedures, and work instructions.
Performs other related duties as required by management.