Sr. Product Engineer

Davita Inc.; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in water solutions is seeking a Senior Product Engineer to lead new product development and drive innovative solutions in the industry. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in engineering, significant experience in product development, and excellent teamwork skills to collaborate across departments and ensure the delivery of high-quality products.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive medical and dental coverage

Retirement benefits

Paid maternity/paternity leave

10 paid holidays and Paid Time Off

Continued professional development opportunities

Fitness reimbursements

Employee discount programs

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in product engineering or related fields.
• Proficient in 3D CAD software, preferably Auto Desk Inventor.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in team environments.

Responsibilities

• Define and drive technical deliverables for new product development.
• Solicit and integrate customer feedback into product designs.
• Oversee the entire design process from requirements to final specifications.

Skills

Fluid mechanics

Materials science

Mechanical engineering

Critical thinking

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Technical Engineering Certification

Tools

3D CAD solid modeling software

Auto Desk Inventor

Job description

We're Watts. Together, we're reimagining the future of water.

We feel proud every day about what we do. We're all part of the same crucial mission, no matter what function we support -- it's to provide safe, clean water for the world, and to protect our planet's most valuable resource.

What we do:

For 150 years, Watts has built best-in-class products that are trusted bycustomers in residential and commercial settings across the world.We areat theforefront of innovation, working with cutting-edge technology to provide smart andconnected, sustainable water solutions for the future. Watts is a leading brand with aquality reputation - and we have a dynamic future ahead.

As a Senior Product Engineer, you will be a technical expert for a Watts strategic product category and lead the new product development activities required to deliver on the strategic product roadmap, as well as contribute to the technical vision for the product category. You will leverage a deep understanding of customer needs and product applications to launch innovative products that will ensure Watts' position as a market leader. In this role you will be responsible for designing, developing, and optimizing new products, across a variety of applications and industries. You will work closely with cross-functional teams including product management, sourcing, production, and quality assurance to deliver high-quality products and solutions. It requires practical technical judgment, decision-making using standard procedures and sophisticated methods and adaptability to evolving business demands.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• Define and drive technical deliverables for Stage-Gate NPD projects.
• Solicit direct customer feedback on products and applications using a variety of methods, including structured VOC interviews, customer visits, trade shows and conferences, and Watts training seminars
• Responsible for investigating new technologies, developing product architectures, specifications and generating technical roadmaps.
• Responsible for the design process from requirements gathering to final product specifications, including testing and validation plans.
• Experienced in establishing work breakdown structure for Engineering projects; use information to drive design priority needs.
• Negotiate with Product Management to define viable product development expectations and timelines to meet perceived market needs
• Proficient in managing workload and priority to support multiple design projects, ensuring they are completed on schedule.
• Effectively communicate and influence within the engineering organization to solicit the resources required to deliver on goals and objectives
• Responsible for accurate project documentation and preparation of comprehensive technical reports and presentations to support product launches, updates, and lessons learned.
• Ability to iterate quickly and rapidly prototype designs for requested product ideas and enhancements.
• Assist the engineering team in resolving interdepartmental technical questions, document results, and troubleshoot design-related challenges.
• Stay updated with industry trends and advancements to incorporate best practices into product development.
• Promote and maintain a team environment with open communication to ensure continuous and efficient productivity.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, establishing personal networks, and participating in professional societies.
• All other duties as required.

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field; Master's degree a plus.
• Technical Engineering Certification that encompasses competence and theoretical knowledge equivalent to a standard curriculum of an accredited BS degree in Engineering.
• 8+ years of experience in product engineering, sustaining engineering, or a related field.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Strong foundation in fluid mechanics, materials science, and mechanical engineering principles.
• Familiarity with relevant industry standards such as API 598, API 609, AWWA C504, MSS SP-67, ASME B16.34 and NSF.
• Proficient understanding of Design for Manufacturability (DFM), and Design for Assembly (DFA) approaches.
• Highly skilled in the use of 3D CAD solid modeling software, Auto Desk Inventor preferred.
• Practical knowledge in material properties, fluid mechanics, and analysis experience such as, FEA, Simulation, Design of Experiments.
• Ability to demonstrate decision making, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment with a focus on advancing technical proficiency.
• Results-oriented, ability to work independently on multiple projects with periodic supervision and guidance.
• Demonstrate effective verbal and written communications, including good technical writing and presentation skills.
• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft 365 Applications.
• 3-5 years of prior supervising or mentoring technical staff is a plus.
• Previous engineering experience in a manufacturing environment is a plus.
• Previous experience managing remote contract engineering resources is a plus
• Previous experience in a customer-facing role is a plus (i.e. technical sales, customer service, field service)
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.

MANAGEMENT/SUPERVISION:

Received: Works under the general supervision of the Manager of Product Engineering.

Exercised: No direct reports.

*PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk, talk, and/or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, sit, and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include: close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

*WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Work in office environment or work in a manufacturing environment.
• May occasionally be required to perform job duties outside the typical office setting.
• May require 20% travel.

*As required by the Americans Disabilities Act (ADA)

Watts in it for you:

Please note that the followingbenefits apply only to permanent roles and do not apply to internship roles.

• Competitive compensation based on your skills, qualifications and experience
• Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits
• Family building benefits, including paid maternity/paternity leave
• 10 paid holidays and Paid Time Off
• Continued professional development opportunities and educational reimbursement
• Additional perks such as fitness reimbursements and employee discount programs
• Learn more about our benefit offerings here: https://tapintowattsbenefits.com/

How we work:

At Watts, our culture is team-oriented and supportive. Employees here genuinely care about the quality of their work, and about each other. Our people are the heart of who we are and contribute to our longevity and continued success.

And this is a place where you can have a big career. No matter your role, there are opportunities for learning and development, and your daily contributions make a meaningful impact on the lives of people who use our products and on the future of water.

Watts is committed to equal employment opportunity. We follow a policy of administering all employment decisions and personnel actions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, national origin, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, genetic disposition or carrier status, marital status, military or veteran status, minorities, or any other category protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Consistent with the obligations of state and federal law, Watts will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Any employee who needs a reasonable accommodation should contact Human Resources.