Sr Product Engineer

Taco, Inc.; Cranston (RI); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries

Benefits package

Tuition reimbursement

Career development

On-site training

Profit sharing

Well-being

Job summary

Taco, Inc. in Cranston, RI, seeks a Senior Product Engineer to design, develop, and validate mechanical products. You will build models, prototypes, analyze results, and prepare detailed reports while collaborating with manufacturing, quality, and production teams to ensure designs meet goals.

You will mentor engineers and drive designs from concept to production using CAD tools, with strong emphasis on analytical problem solving and cross-functional influence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering; Master’s degree preferred.
• 12+ years of related engineering experience.
• Experience in leading design teams and managing projects is highly desirable.
• Proficient in CAD/CAE/FEA tools (SolidWorks preferred).
• Strong capabilities in tolerance analysis and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T).
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills; capable of conducting detailed analysis to address design challenges.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities; capable of presenting complex information clearly and effectively.
• Minimal travel as need to support projects, training or conferences.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development and validation of new and existing products, ensuring technical and regulatory standards are met.
• Construct and test models and prototypes, analyze test results, and provide detailed reports with actionable recommendations.
• Write and maintain product specifications and design documentation.
• Perform basic and advanced engineering calculations to support design decisions.
• Prepare comprehensive documentation including design processes, assembly instructions, product specifications, test plans and project findings.
• Ensure products comply with relevant industry and safety standards.
• Develop and maintain expertise in advances in research and science; apply this knowledge to improve products and processes.
• Mentor and coach other engineers, overseeing their work for quality and adherence to standards.
• Coordinate with suppliers and participate in domestic and international visits to support project needs.

Skills

Mechanical design

Project leadership

CAD

CAE

FEA

GD&T

Analytical skills

Verbal/written communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

As a family-owned and operated company, we feel a special obligation to the employees who comprise our Taco family. We are committed to offering employees access to the tools necessary to live long and productive lives. We strive to instill in all of our employees:

• A positive mental attitude that helps us to be a leader in the industry
• A commitment to building strong relationships, both inside and outside the organization
• A desire to learn, grow, and contribute to moving our strategy forward
• A need to create and to innovate

Employment Type: Regular Full-Time

Shift: 1st Shift

Work Status: Hybrid

Position Summary:

The Senior Product Engineer designs, develops and verifies new and existing products and platforms. They construct models and build prototypes, calculate and analyze test results, and prepare detailed reports with recommendations and conclusions. They develop and maintain technical expertise on advances and innovations in research and science. The Sr Product Engineer collaborates with other departments, such as manufacturing, quality, production and purchasing to ensure product design meets company goals. In addition, this Senior role also coaches and mentors other engineers.

Measures of success:

• Accurate determination and documentation of functional requirements for mechanical components and assemblies
• Effectively designed and documented mechanical components that meet requirements, including internal and regulatory standards
• Effective troubleshooting and resolution of mechanical problems in projects, production or service
• Organized and well-planned work with on time completion of deliverables

Responsibilities:

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Lead the design and development and validation of new and existing products, ensuring technical and regulatory standards are met.
• Construct and test models and prototypes, analyze test results, and provide detailed reports with actionable recommendations.
• Write and maintain product specifications and design documentation
• Perform basic and advanced engineering calculations to support design decisions and product specifications.
• Prepare comprehensive documentation including design processes, assembly instructions, product specifications, test plans and project findings.
• Ensure products comply with relevant industry and safety standards.
• Develop and maintain expertise in advances in research and science; apply this knowledge to improve products and processes.
• Mentor and coach other engineers, overseeing their work for quality and adherence to standards.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues in projects, production, or service stages.
• Provide technical leadership in material selection, design analysis, and testing.
• Create and manage engineering change orders (ECO), temporary change notices (TCN), and oversee the disposition of First Article Inspections (FAI) and Material Defect Reports (MDR).
• Conduct Design Failure Mode Effects Analysis (DFMEA) and Design for Manufacturing (DFM) to identify quality and reliability issues prior to production and ensure products meet cost targets and regulatory standards.
• Work closely with manufacturing, quality, and production teams to ensure designs are manufacturable and align with company quality standards.
• Write engineering standards to improve designs, troubleshooting, and assembly procedures.
• Serve as a subject matter expert in quality investigations (root cause analysis and problem solving). Develops solutions and issues formal recommendations.
• Drive new product designs and product modifications from initial design through production using effective use of Computer Aided Design (CAD) tools like Statistical, Motion, Finite Element Analysis.
• Lead technical design reviews of components and systems.
• Assist other departments in the preparation of manuals and sales literature on assigned projects; analyze historical and current designs to meet customer specifications.
• Coordinate with suppliers and participate in domestic and international visits to support project needs.
• Provide engineering support throughout the production process to resolve design-related issues and improve product performance.
• Drive product designs from initial concept through to production using advanced CAD tools.
• Develop documentation that clearly outlines design parameters and results for cross-departmental communication.
• Maintains and enhances knowledge with current industry standards. Participates in industry committees, technical organizations, conferences and seminars related to job function
• Performs additional tasks as assigned by manager.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering ; Master's degree preferred
• 12 + years of related engineering experience
• Experience in leading design teams and managing projects is highly desirable
• P roficien t in C omputer Aided Design (C AD ), Computer Aided Engineering ( CAE ), Finite Element Analysis ( FEA ) tools (SolidWorks preferred)
• Strong capabilities in tolerance analysis and g eometric d imensioning and t olerancing (GD&T)
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills ; capable of conducting detailed analysis to address design challenges
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities; capable of presenting complex information clearly and effectively
• Minimal travel as need to support projects, training or conferences

This position works primarily in an office environment using computer s and technology . Verbal and auditory capability are required . Occasional exposure in production plant where large equipment and noise are prevalent . Safety gear is required in these areas.

This position may work from home up to 2X/week if performance is in good standing.

This position has no direct reports.

With nearly 1,000 people working at Taco worldwide, each with their own story, you will discover a sense of community and diverse, intelligent colleagues who help us innovate, create and explore.

Taco employees benefit from a company that:

• Provides competitive salaries and benefits
• Offers tuition reimbursement, career development, and on-site training programs in our learning center
• Believes in sharing profits with its employees
• Is mindful about family, health and well-being
• Fosters conditions that allow people and communities to reach their full potential