Sustaining Engineer

Enerco Group Inc.; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Yearly discretionary bonus

401(k) employer contribution

10 paid holidays

PTO 3 weeks after 1 year

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Tuition assistance

Employee assistance program

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Job summary

Enerco Group Inc. in Cleveland, OH, is seeking a Sustaining Engineer to lead engineering changes from identification through implementation.

You will collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Compliance, Product Management, Manufacturing, and Sourcing to drive product improvements, cost reductions, and obsolescence management. The role requires a Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering or related field, hands-on CAD (SolidWorks) and measurement tools, and strong troubleshooting and root-cause analysis

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or a related engineering discipline.
• Experience with 3D CAD; SolidWorks experience.
• Hands-on experience using engineering and laboratory equipment, including calipers, micrometers, multimeters, and other measurement/test equipment.
• Experience supporting engineered products in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Demonstrated troubleshooting, problem-solving, and root-cause analysis capability.
• Basic electrical/electromechanical knowledge is a plus.
• Experience with verification and validation testing and technical documentation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the engineering change leader for sustaining engineering projects, including design corrections and omissions, quality improvements, cost reductions, BOM changes, supplier changes, manufacturing improvements, and component obsolescence.
• Ensure that engineering drawings are complete and accurate for quality inspection.
• Manage engineering changes from initial identification through technical evaluation, design/documentation updates, verification and validation, cross-functional approval, implementation, and closure.
• Coordinate Engineering Change Orders (ECOs/ECRs) and associated activities, ensuring affected drawings, specifications, bills of material, work instructions, test requirements, certifications, and other controlled documentation are appropriately updated.
• Evaluate proposed product and component changes for potential impact to product performance, safety, reliability, cost, manufacturability, compliance, and certification.
• Support applicable regulatory, safety, and product certification requirements when changes may affect existing approvals or certifications.
• Review and approve engineering drawings, bills of material, specifications, test procedures, and other technical documentation associated with assigned changes.
• Manage and report quarterly Change Control KPI’s and metrics, identify performance trends and improvement opportunities, and implement actions to achieve established objectives.
• Travel to suppliers, manufacturing facilities, test laboratories, and other locations as required to support engineering activities (limited travel).

Skills

3D CAD

SolidWorks

Measurement tools

Troubleshooting

Root-cause analysis

Project management

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Calipers

Micrometers

Multimeters

Job description

EGI (aka Mr. Heater) offers a unique working environment which encourages growth, rewards achievements, and provides opportunities to individuals who want to make a difference.

We are a tight-knit community of fun and energetic people working together in exciting ways to create innovative products and provide the ultimate customer experience.

How do we have fun?

• Annual offsite Christmas party
• Offsite picnic
• Tickets to sporting events including Guardians & Browns games
• Ice Cream Trucks
• Hot Dog and Taco Trucks
• Annual Golf Outing
• Lunch with President & Senior Leadership
• After 5:00 pm gatherings
• Office baby and wedding celebrations
• Office lunches and pot lucks

What perks do we offer at EGI?

• Eligible for yearly discretionary bonus and pay increase
• 4% Salary contribution to 401(k)
• 10 Paid Holidays per year
• Competitive Paid Time Off - 3 weeks after 1 year of employment
• $10k of Basic Life Insurance and company paid Short Term Disability/Long Term Disability
• Tuition Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Competitive rates for medical, dental, and vision

Description of Job

The Sustaining Engineer is responsible for the lifecycle management of existing products, with primary responsibility for leading engineering changes from identification through implementation. This role works cross-functionally with Engineering, Quality, Compliance, Product Management, Manufacturing, and Sourcing to implement changes related to product improvements, quality, cost reduction, component obsolescence, supplier changes, and manufacturing needs. The Sustaining Engineer ensures changes are technically sound, appropriately verified and validated, properly documented, and effectively implemented.

Compensation:

$60,000 - $70,000 Annually

The salary range represents the anticipated base salary range for this position. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors such as experience, qualifications, skills, and other business considerations. The position may also be eligible for a bonus opportunity in accordance with the Company’s applicable bonus program.

• Serve as the engineering change leader for sustaining engineering projects, including design corrections and omissions, quality improvements, cost reductions, BOM changes, supplier changes, manufacturing improvements, and component obsolescence.
• Ensure that engineering drawings are complete and accurate for quality inspection.
• Manage engineering changes from initial identification through technical evaluation, design/documentation updates, verification and validation, cross-functional approval, implementation, and closure.
• Coordinate Engineering Change Orders (ECOs/ECRs) and associated activities, ensuring affected drawings, specifications, bills of material, work instructions, test requirements, certifications, and other controlled documentation are appropriately updated.
• Evaluate proposed product and component changes for potential impact to product performance, safety, reliability, cost, manufacturability, compliance, and certification.
• Support applicable regulatory, safety, and product certification requirements when changes may affect existing approvals or certifications.
• Review and approve engineering drawings, bills of material, specifications, test procedures, and other technical documentation associated with assigned changes.
• Manage and report quarterly Change Control KPI’s and metrics, identify performance trends and improvement opportunities, and implement actions to achieve established objectives.
• Travel to suppliers, manufacturing facilities, test laboratories, and other locations as required to support engineering activities (limited travel).

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or a related engineering discipline.
• Experience with 3D CAD; SolidWorks experience.
• Hands-on experience using engineering and laboratory equipment, including calipers, micrometers, multimeters, and other measurement/test equipment.
• Experience supporting engineered products in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Demonstrated troubleshooting, problem-solving, and root-cause analysis capability.
• Basic electrical/electromechanical knowledge is a plus.
• Experience with verification and validation testing and technical documentation preferred.

Job Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Organizational and project-management skills with the ability to manage multiple engineering changes and priorities simultaneously.
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills, with ability to investigate product issues, identify root causes, evaluate engineering solutions, and implement effective corrective actions
• Ability to take ownership of engineering changes and drive activities across multiple functions through implementation and closure.
• Ability to understand the broader impact of engineering changes, including effects on product performance, safety, quality, cost, inventory, manufacturing, sourcing, and regulatory/certification requirements.
• Ability to work effectively across locations with Engineering, Quality, Compliance, Manufacturing, Product Management, and Sourcing organizations.

Please be advised that Enerco Group Inc. is a smoking-free environment. All prospective employees will be subjected to a pre-employment physical, drug screen and background check. In addition, all candidates must be authorized to work in the United States, without sponsorship.

Enerco Group, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.