Senior Mechanical Engineer-Engines

Briggs & Stratton; Wauwatosa (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Briggs & Stratton in Milwaukee, WI seeks a Mechanical Engineer IV to lead and perform complex design and testing tasks within major projects. You will troubleshoot, interpret data, develop test methods, and guide product development from concept to launch.

The role requires strong leadership, expert engineering knowledge, and the ability to work independently across cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Expert knowledge in engineering concepts, practices and procedures.
• Strong knowledge of engineering systems and processes.
• Lead a team in complex engineering projects.
• Excellent written communication for technical reports.
• Fluency in English required for area of responsibility.

Responsibilities

• Conducts and/or specifies very complex tests using advanced techniques.
• Applies advanced CAE analyses to resolve problems.
• Adheres to new product development processes from concept to post-launch.
• Recommends manufacturing methods and design changes based on cost studies.
• Evaluates product failures using advanced engineering techniques.
• Formulates conclusions and direction from test results.
• Partners with project management, manufacturing, quality, and supply chain.
• Mentors and develops employees, including coaching and performance management.

Skills

Engineering concepts

Engineering systems

Team leadership

Technical report writing

Fluent in English

Education

Bachelor Degree in Engineering

Job description

As a Mechanical Engineer IV you will lead and perform engineering tasks working independently that are varied and very complex which require troubleshooting and interpretation of data, development of new test methods or procedures and are used for a variety of situations. Develops, plans, and executes detailed design development as part of major projects of large scope.

You will do this by

• Conducts and/or specifies very complex tests, using advanced techniques to resolve customer concerns/problems; prepares technical reports and provides recommendations based on results
• Applies advanced computer-aided engineering analysis techniques to resolve customer concerns/problems
• Adheres to new product development processes as it relates to concept analysis, business case, product development, pre-production and post launch steps; recommends methods of manufacture during the design of new products and design modifications or process changes based on cost/design studies
• Modifies analysis techniques when necessary to solve more complex problems
• Evaluates product failures using advanced engineering techniques
• Compiles and analyzes test results; formulates conclusions and recommends direction to the business
• Partners with project management or business units, manufacturing, quality and supply chain etc.
• Recommends improvements and/or modifications for sequence of operations, equipment utilization and related matters
• Performs full range of managerial responsibilities which may include but not be limited to: interviewing, hiring, coaching and developing employees; planning, assigning and directing work; EEO/AA; performance management; department budget
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Expert knowledge in own area of engineering concepts, practices and procedures and other internal engineering standards and systems
• Strong knowledge of engineering systems
• Comprehensive knowledge of company and competitor's products and technical abilities of suppliers
• Excellent understanding of company processes and procedures including, but not limited to new product development process
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Strong written communication skills necessary for technical report writing
• Ability to lead a team
• Fluent in English and primary language used in area of responsibility and/or location
• Bachelor Degree in Engineering or related field
• Seven years of professional engineering experience

Briggs and Stratton

Briggs & Stratton, headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, provides innovative products and diverse power solutions to help people get work done. Briggs & Stratton is the world's largest producer of engines for outdoor power equipment, and is a leading designer, manufacturer and marketer of lithium-ion battery, standby generator, energy storage system, lawn and garden, turf care and job site products through its Briggs & Stratton®, Vanguard®, Ferris®, Simplicity®, Billy Goat®, Allmand®, SimpliPhi®, Branco® and Victa® brands. Briggs & Stratton products are designed, manufactured, marketed and serviced in more than 100 countries on six continents.

Briggs & Stratton is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity.

The Company conducts all employment practices without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran's status, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation or any other basis prohibited by law.

Briggs & Stratton also undertakes affirmative action to assure equal employment opportunity for minorities and women, for persons with disabilities, and for protected veterans.