What are the responsibilities and job description for the Product Engineer position at Hollman, Inc.?
Job Summary
The Product Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, and optimizing products for efficient production while ensuring product quality and cost-effectiveness. This role includes the ability to create and render product concepts, supporting visual communication and product design validation. The Product Engineer will work collaboratively with cross-functional teams, including R&D, design, production, quality control, and supply chain, to bring innovative solutions to life and maintain high standards in manufacturing practices.
Key Responsibilities
- Product Design and Development:
- Create detailed product designs, specifications, and drawings, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
- Collaborate with the design and R&D teams to bring new products from concept through production.
- Conduct feasibility studies to assess manufacturability, material requirements, and cost constraints.
- Render 3D Concepts: Use rendering software to create visual representations of product designs, enabling stakeholders to visualize concepts in realistic detail.
- Production Support:
- Develop and validate BOMs (Bill of Materials) and process instructions for product assembly.
- Troubleshoot design and production issues, providing technical support to resolve any engineering-related challenges.
- Work with production teams to optimize manufacturing processes for efficiency, cost, and quality.
- Testing and Validation:
- Conduct or oversee product testing to validate designs, ensure durability, and meet customer requirements.
- Review and analyze test data to improve product design and identify potential areas for improvement.
- Work with quality assurance to ensure product quality standards are met consistently.
- Continuous Improvement:
- Identify opportunities for cost reduction, process improvement, and product quality enhancement.
- Collaborate on the implementation of process control methods to reduce production waste and defects.
- Documentation and Compliance:
- Maintain detailed records of product designs, testing results, modifications, and improvements.
- Ensure all product development activities comply with regulatory standards, including safety and environmental requirements.
- Prepare technical documentation and user manuals as needed for product launches and manufacturing guidelines.
Required Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Design, or a related field.
- Experience: Minimum 3-5 years of experience in product engineering, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
- Technical Skills:
- Proficiency in CAD and rendering software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD, KeyShot, or Blender) for creating and visualizing product designs.
- Familiarity with ERP systems and experience managing BOMs.
- Knowledge of manufacturing processes, materials, and quality standards.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with experience in statistical analysis and process optimization.
