Project Engineer

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WAHL EMPOWERS PEOPLE TO BE THEIR BEST!

Wahl Clipper Corporation, a global manufacturer of branded Consumer and Professional products, has an exciting opportunity for a conscientious Project Engineer to join our New Product Development team.

The Project Engineer leads new product development projects from conception through production, setting product specifications, quality requirements and design of components for manufacturability. Responsible for Engineering functions related to new product design, product modifications of cost and quality all within established schedules. Utilizes creativity, initiative, judgment and leadership and wide range of engineering principles in the process. Exemplifies the "Wahl Way" through continuous improvement, innovation, and creating value for the customer.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. This position maintains an awareness of competitor products and the general business climate in personal care appliance industry. Utilizes this information in the design and development of new products.
2. Manages project flow involving regular contact with manufacturing and other cross functional staff members; maintains adherence to all procedures covering new product development and design output in addition to procedures of non-engineering departments related to project flow.
3. Responsible for the design, manufacturability, cost, tooling, performance and quality specifications, corrective action/revisions of a product while developing and maintaining a production schedule. Assists and works with others required to bring a project to successful completion. Establishes, reviews, checks, revises drawings, write-ups, routers and specifications to support the design of new products. This position conducts and evaluates electrical, quality, performance, safety and reliability testing of product design on prototypes and finished product.
4. Establishes bill of material, oversees construction of working and visual models and schedules/facilitates design review/production release meetings to ensure design feasibility and production scheduling. Works with manufacturing and quality to develop required fixtures and gauges. Tracks project schedule to ensure adherence to timelines.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:

1. Models and incorporates the "Wahl Way" into day-to-day responsibilities, initiatives, and projects.
2. Formulates new product ideas and analysis of new product proposals.
3. Assists and instructs support functions for the successful completion of projects.
4. Establishes, reviews, checks and revises specifications write-ups, drawings, routers and specifications for new and existing products.
5. Plans, conducts and evaluates overall performance on prototypes and products.
6. Establishes and revises bill of material as necessary.
7. Oversees construction of working and visual models.
8. Conducts design review and production release meetings to ensure design feasibility and production schedules.
9. Assists in the development of required fixtures and gauges.
10. Establishes test plans and evaluates test results.
11. Trouble shoots product performance and reliability issues using structured problem-solving approach.
12. Conducts line trials and works with cross-functional teams to implement the project.
13. Performs other duties as assigned by Supervisor.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

1. Bachelor's degree in related engineering field required, Mechanical Engineering .
2. 5 – 10 years in an applicable engineering discipline (Electro-mechanical Design, Mechanical Design), or comparable Product Engineering Experience.
3. 2-3 years minimum engineering experience related to project management of precision electro-mechanical products or machinery from concept through production
4. High level of verbal and written communication skills; must be able to interface with individuals in variety of job levels both internally and externally
5. Experience using simulation tools a plus
6. Experience using FMEA and other design tools is a plus.
7. Strong project management skills, leadership ability and initiative
8. Broad knowledge of engineering materials and understanding of manufacturing process associated with plastics, metal stamping, motor and machining manufacturability
9. 3-D modeling experience is (Siemens NX )
10. Creative problem-solving ability and high mechanical aptitude
11. Experience with cutting elements a plus
12. Ability to model the Company's values of respect for people, teamwork, and continuous improvement

CORE COMPETNECIES:

• Action Oriented
• Collaborates
• Optimizes Work Processes
• Nimble Learning
• Demonstrates Self-Awareness
• Values

Why Wahl?

We are proud to celebrate over 100 years as the standard for grooming products used by barbers and hairdressers all over the world. Professionals and home users have relied on our innovative clippers, trimmers and personal care products for an entire century.

Today, the fourth of the Wahl Family remains deeply rooted in the daily operations and management of the organization. Living beyond the footsteps of their great-grandfather, the family continues to ensure that everything that Wahl produces aligns with the same core family values.

When you work at Wahl, you join a community that is proud of its heritage of excellence and ground-breaking innovations and a company that focuses on creating value for the customer and long-term growth.

Perks & Benefits:

• BCBSIL Medical coverage offered as low as $14 per week, INCLUDING pharmacy
• In & Out-of-network BCBSIL Dental coverage, with orthodontics for as low as $6 per week
• In & Out-of-network BCBSIL by EyeMed, Vision coverage, $3 per week for family coverage
• Free onsite clinic featuring a Nurse Practitioner, a Physical Therapist, and free lab services
• Employer funded health savings account -up to $2000!
• Biometric testing with wellness credits
• 401(k) and Roth 401(k) with generous company match
• Profit Sharing
• Tuition Reimbursement program - up to $10,000 per calendar year
• Scholarship Program
• Daycare discounts
• Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with legal consultative services and discounts
• Company paid Life Insurance
• Company paid Short-Term /Long Term
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Casual work environment

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