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Product Development Engineer II

$80-90k

Grandview, MO

Bell & Associates has been engaged to help our client recruit their next Product development Engineer II. Engineering and development of fluid dispensing systems (dispensers and sprayers) from concept to engineered product that is ready for commercial production in a fast-paced environment to achieve speed to market. Concepts may be developed based on internally defined or customer driven requirements, using new product ideas or modifications to existing products. Develop 3D models of high complexity that are both aesthetically accurate and technically robust using SolidWorks CAD software. Key functional team member leading projects through concept ideation, engineering development, and functional prototype units that pass the fit for use (FFU) criteria. Provide support to other innovation projects and other department teams (tooling, manufacturing, sales, marketing, etc.) to evaluate and recommend product changes to increase product performance or sales.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• With technical creativity, based on internal or external request, propose several technical solutions for a product/ability to create new concepts.
• Product development engineering of concepts into parts and assemblies for prototyping, analysis, and tooling design. Coordinate development activities through stages 2 (Design) and 3 (Development) as defined by the Product Development Process. As project lead, ability to drive progress by providing leadership and clear communication with internal/cross functional teams and external customers as required in project meetings and discussions.
• Work with design, consumer insights, sales and marketing to ideate concepts and provide our customers with technical support on new product solutions.
• Provide reports and data necessary for evaluation/clarification, internal/external presentations, and cost analysis (part counts, tooling, assembly, and operations).
• Drive DFMEA and participate in other innovation project meetings to provide opinions and recommendations on product design concepts and problem-solving scenarios.
• Attend training to increase personal capabilities in CAD/CAE software use, new design technologies, and personal growth opportunities as available.
• Other duties may be assigned.
• Must follow all work rules and policies

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree (B.S.) in Mechanical Engineering or Plastics Technology from a four-year college or university.
• 2-5+ years of experience in plastic dispensing systems for liquids; 5+ years of experience in product development of multiple component plastic assemblies (e.g. consumer products, medical equipment, etc.).
• Hands-on daily use of SolidWorks and experience with drafting techniques for creation, revision and checking.
• Experience in plastic injection molding part design and product development for high volume consumer products a plus. Experience and understanding of plant operations and manufacturing strategy in part design versus cost analysis.
• Experience in directly interfacing with external customer organizations for new product or package solutions a plus.
• Experience in reading, analyzing, and taking actions based on outputs from engineering analysis programs such as FEA, CFD and Moldflow on part design and assembly. It is a plus to have experience in operating the engineering analysis programs.
• Experience in daily use of Microsoft Office software applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project), and use of the internet for research and technology suppliers.
• Use of project management methods and tools.
• Ability to successfully manage multiple tasks and projects with great sense of urgency.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills. Lead technical meeting internally and externally with customers.
• Willingness for occasional travel, including internationally depending on the project.

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