What are the responsibilities and job description for the Product Engineer position at The AMES Companies, Inc.?
WHY JOIN THE AMES COMPANIES
We have amazing Benefits! Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Wellness, 401K, Holidays Employee Assistance Program, Vacation Days, Disability, and much more.
WHO WE ARE
The AMES Companies, headquartered in Lake Nona-Orlando, FL has a rich American history. The AMES story goes back to 1774, when Captain John Ames began making America’s first shovels. AMES® brand is the third oldest consumer brand in the country, and its tools helped build America for more than two hundred years. You can learn more about our history here.
Our business lines include Home Organization, Lawn and Garden Tools, Outdoor Living, and Cleaning Tools. Our leading global brands are sold to homeowners and professionals involved in new construction, remodeling, and maintenance activities. To learn more about our business lines, visit our website: https://www.homebyames.com/en-us/.
WHO YOU ARE
The Product Engineer is responsible for driving all aspects of the product design during the new product development phase as well as implementing changes to existing products throughout the entire Product Lifecycle. This position ensures that Ames products meet all industry standards & regulations as well as requirements set forth by the Organization.
WHERE YOU WILL WORK
Our office is located at our headquarters in Lake Nona - Orlando, FL.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Drive the development of innovative products that meet all Consumer Safety & Regulatory, Quality and Customer requirements set forth by the NPD Committee.
- Drive all aspects of the design and product definition from Concept to Launch for assigned NPD Projects
- Develop 3D CAD models, 2D Drawings, material and color specifications and part structures (EBOM, SBOM)
- Create and refine physical concepts by leveraging internal rapid prototyping equipment or external resources
- Work closely with local QA teams to ensure product meets all safety, regulatory, performance and quality requirements, leverage internal product testing capabilities or external Labs.
- Work closely with the cross functional NPD team on establishing and adhering to project timelines and deadlines.
- Actively participate in NPD Project Gate Reviews and various weekly Project Status meetings
- Assist Packaging and Creative teams in developing packaging solutions for various channels.
- Maintain a high standard of data accuracy and integrity through all aspects of NPD and Engineering Change processes.
- Support Operational projects activities and deliverables as required.
- Perform Engineering Change Implementation tasks (CAD / BOM updates) as required.
- Support future PLM /ERP implementations, data migrations and data accuracy improvement projects as required.
- Leverage internal / external best practices to identify continuous efficiency improvement opportunities for Product Engineering and Product Management.
REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelor Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field
- 1-5 years in consumer product design or new product introduction
- 1-5 years in project management in a high-volume manufacturing environment
- 1 years experience with CAD / PLM / ERP or other engineering and enterprise software
- Working knowledge of CAD applications, preferably CREO and SolidWorks other 3D modeling software is helpful
- Working knowledge of PLM systems, PTC Windchill, Teamcenter etc.
- Knowledge of various engineering disciplines and principles
- Familiarity with Enterprise Systems such as Oracle, SAP, INFOR,.
- Ability to tackle a problem by using a logical, systematic, sequential approach
- Ability to work collaboratively with a cross-functional team
- Ability to maintain a consistently high level of attention to detail
- Ability to develop, sponsor, or support the introduction of new and improved methods, products, procedures, or technologies
- Ability to anticipate the implications and consequences of situations and take appropriate action to be prepared for possible contingencies
- Ability to develop and present new ideas and look beyond the standard solution
- Ability to find a solution or to deal proactively with work-related problems
- Ability to comprehend complex technical topics and specialized information
Certificates/Licensure
- PMP preferred.
Travel Requirements
- Primarily limited to local and domestic travel
ENVIRONMENTAL/PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.
- This position is located both in a manufacturing and office environment. At times the associate is required to sit or be on their feet for long periods of time.
- While performing the duties of this job, the associate may need the ability to lift and carry loads up to 20 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
- The associate will be exposed to a manufacturing environment and required to wear personal protective equipment.
WORK AUTHORIZATION
The AMES Companies will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. The Company does not currently sponsor immigration visas for this role.
