Value Engineer

Hearth & Home Technologies; Halifax (PA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Retirement Benefits

Job summary

Hearth & Home Technologies, LLC in Halifax, PA, is seeking a Value Manufacturing Engineer to join the Stoves Business Unit. The role focuses on cost reduction, production efficiency, and process optimization across manufacturing and design.

You will lead cross-functional initiatives with Production, Quality, Supply Chain, and Finance, implementing value engineering, automation, and AI-enabled technologies to improve yield and OEE while maintaining product quality.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field or equivalent experience.
• Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently.
• Proven ability to communicate and implement with internal and external customers.

Responsibilities

• Lead cost reduction initiatives across manufacturing, product design, and operations.
• Identify and implement opportunities to reduce material, labor, and overhead costs without compromising quality.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and execute cost savings strategies.
• Drive value engineering focused on design simplification and material rationalization.
• Develop and implement process improvements and automation, including robotics and AI-enabled solutions.
• Optimize manufacturing processes to improve yield, reduce waste, and increase OEE.
• Monitor and report project performance and savings realization.

Skills

Cost reduction

Cross-functional collaboration

Project management

Value engineering

Automation & robotics

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

Tools

CAD

Microsoft Office (Excel, Visio, Word)

Job description

Position at Hearth & Home Technologies, LLC

Hearth & Home Technologies is looking for a Value Manufacturing Engineer to join our Stoves Business Unit in Halifax, PA. We are the nation's leading manufacturer and supplier of hearth products, including a wide variety of gas, electric, wood and pellet burning fireplaces, inserts, stoves, and accessories. Headquartered in Lakeville, Minnesota, with distribution around the world, our innovative approach is supported by a business unit structure that allows us to develop and market products with a strong focus on customers' needs. Since 1996, we've been dedicated to connecting people through the warmth and comfort of our hearth products.

As one of our four core business units, the Stoves Business Unit brings together top brands such as Harman, Vermont Castings, and Quadra-Fire, now united under one as Forge & Flame, alongside other stove brands. This unit focuses on delivering high-quality, reliable stove solutions, including wood, pellet, and gas models.

We are not accepting any candidates requiring company sponsorship to legally work in the United States. We will not accept agency candidates.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and execute cost reduction initiatives across manufacturing, product design, and operational processes, including value engineering, automation, and material optimization.
• Identify, evaluate, and implement opportunities to reduce material, labor, and overhead costs while maintaining product performance, quality, and customer expectations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Production, Quality, Supply Chain, and Finance, to prioritize, develop, and execute cost savings strategies.
• Drive value engineering projects focused on design simplification, component rationalization, alternate material selection, and product cost optimization.
• Develop and implement process improvement and automation solutions, including robotics and AI-enabled technologies, to enhance operational efficiency and throughput.
• Assess and optimize manufacturing processes to improve yield, reduce waste, increase productivity, and enhance overall equipment effectiveness (OEE).
• Monitor, analyze, and report project performance, savings realization, and pipeline progress in support of cost reduction objectives and Rapid Continuous Improvement (RCI) initiatives.
• Provide technical leadership in problem‑solving, root cause analysis, and corrective action implementation related to cost, quality, and production challenges.
• Support resource planning and project execution across Engineering, Manufacturing, and Quality functions to ensure successful delivery of cost savings initiatives.
• Build and maintain a robust pipeline of future cost reduction opportunities, contributing to multi‑year savings goals and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Able to communicate, collaborate, and implement projects with internal and external customers.
• Proficient with computer software (i.e. CAD & Microsoft Office: Excel, Visio, Word)
• Project management including establishing and maintaining project timelines with some direct supervision.
• Must be willing to actively participate in Rapid Continuous Improvement projects.

In addition to your salary, this position may be eligible for a range of benefits (e.g., Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance, Health Savings Account, Disability Benefits, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off and Holidays, and Retirement Benefits). Hearth & Home Technologies benefits are subject to eligibility requirements. Our company endeavors to make www.hearthnhome.com accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us at 952-985-6000 or via email at [e-mail]. The Company is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.