Product Engineer

Hygear Suspension is a small business located in the Ithaca NY area that is rapidly expanding in the Powersports Industry. Our sole focus is Manufacturing, Service and Parts Distribution for specialized shock absorber and suspension related components in the Powersports Industry. Feel free to visit our web site at www.hygearsuspension.com for more details.

We currently seek to add motivated candidates to our team. We urge applicants to apply that are Powersports enthusiast with interest in manufacturing and distribution. The current positions available are:

Engineering Tech, Full Time

This Job may be posted with multiple titles to create views and interest. (ie. Engineering to include, Junior, Apprentice, Product, Mechanical, Technician etc.) Only one hire is needed.

Position Qualifications: (Junior Apprenticeship)

Minimum Bachelors in Mechanical Engineering or Manufacturing and Technology Related Program

Must have prior hands on and real work experience in a related field including practical life skills and thinking. (internship, summer employment, work at home experiences etc..)

Additional Position Qualifications: (International Students)

Must provide work authorization USA for 2 years minimum

Must speak fluent English with ability to effectively communicate.

Primary Responsibilities: (Not Subject to)

Application research and cost analysis.

Component design development and prototyping

Produce exploded assemblies and renderings.

Functional testing and stress analysis.

Produce bill of materials.

Develop installation instructions.

Assist with Inventory Forecasting and Production Management.

Note* This is a small business environment of less than 10 employees that require induvial to be willing to fill in any area asked thereof.

Specific Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:

Materials, Threading, Sealing, and Finishes.

Manufacturing practices, Lathe, Mill, Molding, Fabrication and 3D Printing.

GDT Inspection.

Research, Outsourcing and Logistics.

Inventory Management and Forecasting.

Proficient Software

CAD, Excel

Additional: CAM and Illustrator

Computer Software Application and Troubleshooting

Competencies:

Customer Mindset: Exceptional customer experience is primary focus while performing job duties. Quality is a top priority.

Adaptability & Innovation: Proactively and willingly adapts to changing business needs and conditions and presents creative and fresh ideas on how to solve problems, gain efficiencies and improve quality.

Relationship Building: Builds constructive working relationships characterized by a high level of inclusion, cooperation and mutual respect.

Accountability: Takes personal responsibility for the quality and timeliness of work and strives to exceed requirements.

Decision Making and Judgment: Makes timely, informed decisions that take into account the facts, goals, constraints and risks.

Talent Development (Self and Others): Displays an ongoing commitment to learning and self-improvement; making an effort to acquire new knowledge or skills associated with job responsibilities. Willingness to work with others and coach/teach in effort to develop and support other employees’ development.

Work Environment and Physical Requirements:

Manufacturing Environment

Lift up to 100 lbs with mobility to move throughout the facility.

Requires walking, standing, bending and lifting for long periods of time

Vision abilities required to validate and enter data on computer

This is a great opportunity for those looking to expand their talent and advance their career. All positions offer competitive pay and benefits that are based on experience and performance. The work environment is clean, organized and low drama. Our values are based on performance, team, talent and vision for growth. We urge applicants to apply that are Motorsport’s enthusiast, have a strong mechanical aptitude with practical knowledge and hands on experience outside of a collegiate environment. If you would like to learn more, please contact us directly:mgt@Hygearsuspension.com Please provide your resume and portfolio showing creative projects developed or being involved in.