Product Design Engineer
Core
Hands-on Product Engineer managing the design, development, testing, and lifecycle of valve and waterworks products, bridging engineering design with manufacturing operations.
Role type
Product Design Engineer (Mechanical)
Builds
Valves, hydrants, waterworks, and fire protection products
Domain
Industrial manufacturing (waterworks, fire protection, gray/ductile iron foundry)
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work -> product features
Required skills
Mechanical engineering design, SolidWorks, engineering drawing creation and interpretation, BOM management, troubleshooting, metrology/3D scanning, GD&T, Design for Manufacturability
Preferred skills
Valves/waterworks industry experience, knowledge of AWWA/UL/FM/NFPA standards, casting/machining/assembly/testing processes, product certification support
Technologies
SolidWorks, 3D scanning/metrology systems, Microsoft Office
Responsibilities
Manage assigned product lines and provide day-to-day engineering support; Create and maintain drawings, BOMs, part numbers, and specifications; Design and revise components and assemblies; Support manufacturing by troubleshooting product and process issues; Work directly with shop floor personnel to assemble, inspect, and test products; Lead product improvement and new product development projects; Investigate field, quality, and manufacturing issues and implement corrective actions
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC