Consumer Products Design Engineer needed

Our client is headquartered in Northern Henrico County, VA and is currently looking for a Product Design/Project Engineer.  This company is a leading designer, marketer and distributor of small household and commercial appliances.  This is a full-time, permanent career opportunity and salary is commensurate with experience.  Our client also offers a comprehensive benefit package including relocation. At the upper level of experience, individuals may qualify for the bonus plan.   

 

Responsibilities:

• In a very hands-on team environment, responsibilities include design, safety, reliability, & market competitiveness of small kitchen appliance type products.

• Will evaluate new technologies, provide technical expertise, develop product specifications, solve design & product performance issues & implement new products into production.

 

Requirements:

• BSME & at least 5 years of engineering experience in high volume, consumer oriented manufacturing firm required. 

• Experience with design, mfg, & testing of kitchen appliance or related products is desired. 

• Must have broad engineering principles knowledge, product development, project management, QC techniques, general electrical/electronics, plastic part & metal stamping design, & and manufacturing techniques. 

• Previous career advancement & proficiency with MS Office, MS Project, & CAD (SolidWorks preferred) are necessary.

• Requires excellent communication skills, strong desire to lead/manage product development projects with Asian vendors, & the ability to adapt to changing markets.

 

Interested candidates should forward their resumes to Eric O’Connor at eoconnor@penntechnical.com or feel free to call at 800-230-8852 anytime between 8am and 5:30pm, Monday – Friday.

 

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