Development Engineer

Description

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Development Engineer is responsible for a broad range of duties, including research and development via prototyping and testing of new products, problem solving with regards to design and manufacturing processes, as well as system maintenance for Cabinet Vision and any adjacent software. Additionally, the Development Engineer provides cabinetry and millwork design knowledge to support Drafting, Sales, and the various Manufacturing departments to advance assigned projects from the design/development stages through launch to the market.

Qualifications

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
The following responsibilities are general duties that a particular employee in this position may be required to perform. The actual duties required of this position may vary over time as the position develops.

• Applies engineering principles to develop new materials and new products in line with the growth strategy of Benedettini Cabinetry.
• Interfaces with internal customers.
• Plans and conducts products testing.
• Communicates results of product testing, both verbally and in writing.
• Coaches and mentors’ other employees within drafting and engineering department.
• Manages various development/prototyping programs.
• Follow all safety policies and procedures.
• Perform other job relate duties as assigned.

EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION:
Required:

•  Three years or more of Cabinet Vision experience or comparable CAD software.
•   Two years or more of cabinet shop experience.
•  One to two years of schooling in computer programming or computer focused study.

Preferred:

•  Five years or more of Cabinet Vision experience or comparable CAD software.
• Two years or more of cabinet shop experience.
•  Bachelor’s degree in engineering or computer programming.

OTHER KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES and ATTRIBUTES:
The following key competencies represent qualities, traits and behaviors that a successful employee will exhibit. This list is not
exhaustive, as other qualities, traits and behaviors are also desired.

• Strong documentation skills in creating knowledge base and end user how to articles.
•  Strong ability and desire to learn and grow professionally.
•  Strong ability to pay attention to detail.
•  Strong customer service aptitude and skills.
•  Ability to prioritize assigned projects and tasks.
• Reports to work on time and adheres to the established work schedule.
•  Communication proficiency.
•  Customer/Client focus.
• Presentation Skills.
•  Problem Solving/Analysis.
•  Project Management.
•  Results Driven.
•  Technical Capacity.
•  Expertise and experience in Cabinet Vision including writing UCSs, catalog setup, and
• library setup.
•  Knowledge around product design and testing.
•  Solid understanding of cabinetry manufacturing and design principles.

Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an
employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The
employee frequently is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle or feel; and reach with
hands and arms. This position requires the ability to occasionally lift office products and supplies,
up to 20 pounds.

ENVIRONMENTAL/ATMOSPHERIC WORKING CONDITIONS:
The following environmental/atmospheric working conditions are commonly, but not always, associated with the performance of this
position. The actual working conditions will vary.

•  Casual and professional office environment.

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be
construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required by personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not
establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the company.