Waterline Renewal Technologies Hiring for Project Engineer Job at Ottawa, IL Full Time

Basic Purpose and Objective of the Position
Lead, design and integrate mechanical systems that achieve proper product functionality as well as cost efficiency. Develop engineering documentation and instructions to document the system construction and to transfer technical data to both manufacturing and customers.

Major Responsibilities – reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions:

1. Be a safety role model. Engage with employees, supervision and management to create and promote a safe work environment. Always work first to engineer safety into our work processes.

2. Manage project timelines and milestones.

3. Create CAD models, assembly and manufacturing instructions, test plans and inspection protocols that deliver quality product, cost effectively and on time.

4. Actively engage with all of WRT stakeholders to realize product cost effectively. Problem solve and redesign as required. Implement mistake-proofing concepts to prevent product defects.

5. Analyze and design fixtures, processes and recommend automation of process including new equipment.

6. Ensure vendors/subcontractors are manufacturing products according to product specifications. Ensure that all product specifications are developed, and testing procedures are in place before utilizing vendors/subcontractors. Provide input and support during the selection process of nev ven dors.

7. Complete other tasks as assigned or required.
Qualifications
Education, Experience & Certifications

• BS degree with engineering emphasis in a mechanical or manufacturing related discipline required,

• 10+ years of experience working directly with system design and layout with a proven track record or success.

• Must be experienced with tolerance control, tolerance stack up analysis, GD&T, and the technical limitations of the machinery and fixtures utilized to produce product.

• Must have 3D CAD modeling experience – Solidworks preferred.

Successful Essential Skills

• Ethical practice – adheres to WRT Mission, Vision, Values and Culture during both good and bad times. Adheres to policy, procedure and complies with regulatory bodies and the law. Actively acknowledges employees demonstrating the right values and works to guide misses of others in the right direction.

• Communication – is able to clearly and succinctly send a message in a variety of communication settings and styles. Must be able to interact and effectively communicate with individuals at all levels of the organization. Can create open channels of communication, adapt message to fit audience, express ideas clearly and concisely, keep others well-informed, listen carefully to input and feedback.

• Technical Capacity – is a skilled and technically competent engineer – a person whose technical skills are respected and sought out.

• Project Management- ability to take a problem statement through a rigorous process and closure, adding value to the organization.

• Quality Expertise – always learning about the profession and continuously keeping abreast of new trends, tools, techniques, regulations and requirements.

• Excellent problem solving skills: uses rigorous logic and methods to solve problems producing effective solutions to problem statements.

• Excellent time management skills: concentrating effort on priorities and overall planning, awareness and response to what is due now, short and long term.

• Strong computing skills: i.e. ERP, Solidworks, Power Point, Excel and Technical researching.

• Ability to initiate and complete multiple concurrent projects.

• High level of business acumen: Understands policies, practices, technology, trends and information and how those affect the business.

Successful Essential Behaviors

• Has a heightened sense of urgency and works at a quick pace (high energy). Pursues everything with energy, drive, and a need to resolve (close).

• Process oriented: understands how to separate and combine tasking into efficient work flow and can see opportunities for synergy.

• Attention to detail: focus on accuracy*, *completeness and following standards, rules, regulations and requirements.

• Cooperative with others and helpful to the rest of the team in getting work done.

• Upholds values and beliefs of the organization. Exhibits integrity as a person and in their work. Maintains appropriate confidentiality of the company, customers, and product and application specific details. Deals effectively with all races, nationalities, cultures, disabilities, ages and genders. Supports equal and fair treatment and opportunity for all.

• Personally committed to and actively works to continuously improve his/her work skills and the skills and competency of the WRT team.

• Has a can do, will do attitude.

Work Environment and Physical Demands

• Works in production and office environments.

• Long workdays necessary to fulfill job requirements.

• 60% sitting; 10% stooping and bending; and 30% standing or walking.

• Lift and transport an average weight of 5 lbs., maximum 10 lbs.

• Manual dexterity of both hands.

• Near Visual Acuity (either corrected or uncorrected).

• Ability to hear and understand others, articulate verbal direction and instruction, give feedback to others and brainstorm with customers and engineers.

• Fluency in English. Secondary language skills a plus.

Supervision Provided: None
How This Position Contributes to the Effectiveness of the Organization

This role is a critical part of the New Product Development team tasked with creating novel solutions for the plumbing and drain cleaning market. When those designs are safe, efficient and mistake proof, this position contributes to WRT’s ability to grow market share. Failure to maintain compliance may result in poor quality at a higher cost to WRT.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $90,000.00 – $130,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

COVID-19 considerations:
All employees and customers are temperature tested, must wear a mask, and maintain social distance.

Education:

• Bachelor’s (Required)

Experience:

• system designs and layouts: 10 years (Preferred)

Work Location:

• One location

Work Remotely:

• No