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Product Development Engineer

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White Cap

28d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior, Mid & Senior Level
  • Engineering
    Product
  • Miamisburg

AI generated summary

  • You need a BS/BA (or MS/MA) in a related field, 2-5 years of experience, strong problem-solving skills, project management experience, and team collaboration abilities.
  • You will design and develop new products, oversee prototypes, collaborate with teams, manage budgets, conduct research, and address sales and customer needs while ensuring project timelines and quality.

Requirements

  • Typically requires BS/BA in a related discipline. Generally 2-5 years of experience in a related field OR MS/MA and generally 2-4 years of experience in a related field. Certification is required in some areas.
  • Experience from product design and concept through manufacture
  • 1-3 years in increasingly complex problem solving/troubleshooting in a hands-on role
  • Experience working on team or group development projects
  • Project management experience
  • Excellent organizational skills and initiative
  • Experience working on team or group development projects

Responsibilities

  • Responsible for the design and development of new products and/or substantially redesigning existing products following industry regulations, cost, and quality guidelines.
  • Participates in every stage of new product development, from ideation to product launch, and tests design concepts and prototypes.
  • Works closely with the management team to establish targets for improvements, redesigns, and enhancements to existing products.
  • Conducts continuous research on new materials, processes, and procedures to enhance DSC capabilities and efficiencies.
  • Establishes budgets and schedules for the development of product improvements.
  • Ensures that development progresses according to schedule and within budgetary guidelines.
  • Communicates and collaborates in a cross-departmental environment to accomplish seamless transitions between product development stages.
  • Completes special studies as needed, including failure analysis of existing products.
  • Interfaces with both sales and customers to fulfill needs and resolve issues.

FAQs

What is the main responsibility of a Product Development Engineer at White Cap?

The main responsibility is to design and develop new products and substantially redesign existing products while following industry regulations, cost, and quality guidelines.

What are the key tasks involved in the product development process?

Key tasks include participating in every stage from ideation to product launch, working closely with management on targets for improvements, conducting research on new materials and processes, establishing budgets and schedules, and ensuring development progresses according to schedule and budget.

Is prior experience necessary for this position?

Yes, typically a BS/BA in a related discipline is required, along with generally 2-5 years of experience in a related field or an MS/MA with 2-4 years of experience.

What types of skills are preferred for applicants?

Preferred qualifications include experience with product design from concept through manufacture, complex problem solving/troubleshooting experience, project management experience, and excellent organizational skills.

What is the usual work environment for this role?

The work environment is a mix of an office setting and mechanical testing as required, with most tasks involving sitting or standing for extended periods.

Is travel required for this position?

Yes, typical overnight travel is less than 10% of the time.

Will I work independently or as part of a team?

The role requires both independence and collaboration; you'll work with cross-departmental teams to accomplish seamless transitions between product development stages.

Does this position require some level of physical activity?

Yes, the job involves handling materials or equipment of moderate weight, with a maximum unassisted lift of 35 pounds.

What type of projects will I be involved in as a Product Development Engineer?

You will participate in new product development, product redesigns, and enhancements to existing products, along with special studies such as failure analysis.

Is formal certification needed for this role?

Certification is required in some areas, depending on the specific field of expertise related to the position.

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Mission & Purpose

White Cap is a one-stop-shop providing concrete accessories and chemicals, tools and equipment, building materials and fasteners, erosion and waterproofing and safety products to professional contractors. From hard-to-find products to technical expertise to jobsite training, White Cap supports professional contractors in non-residential, residential and infrastructure end markets with everything they need to keep their projects moving on time, on budget, and as safely as possible. As the leading North American distributor for professional contractors, the White Cap family consists of multiple brands in the U.S. and Canada. White Cap operates approximately 450 branches across North America with more than 9,500 employees supporting approximately 200,000 customers across 15 construction trades.