Product Engineer

Description

The Product Engineer will be responsible for conceptualizing, designing, developing, and refining proposed product solutions through the application of engineering principles. This role involves working closely with cross-functional teams, including business systems, manufacturing, quality, and sourcing, to ensure designs are feasible, cost effective, and meet performance standards.

This full-time position will report to the Engineering Manager at our Safco Products office location in New Hope, MN.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop innovative product designs with a cross-functional team by creating prototypes and detailed CAD models and drawings.
• Ensure the feasibility of new product designs and redesigns of existing products relative to constraints of cost, schedule, function, aesthetics, manufacturing capability and industry standards.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot product design issues or defects by providing recommendations and alternative approaches to the overall design, engineering, manufacturing, and packaging of the product.
• Analyze supplier-provided engineering documentation, process requirements, and related technical data pertaining to the product design.
• Analyze cost saving opportunities and provide solutions for component, material, and design changes.
• Utilize 3D CAD software to create and update models, drawings, and layouts.
• Develop product packaging solutions that recognize the demands and requirements imposed by all forms of shipping employed by Safco, and ensure products arrive to the customer undamaged.
• Travel up to 10%.

• Other duties, as assigned.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

• Bachelor's degree in industrial, mechanical or manufacturing engineering or equivalent experience.
• 2+ years of experience working with engineering design fundamentals, tools, approaches and methods for manufacturing products or product components, preferably with prior experience in both sourcing and manufacturing environment.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS

• Proficient computer skills including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, etc.).
• Proficiency in CAD software, SolidWorks preferred.
• Experience with JD Edwards (JDE) preferred.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

The starting base salary range for this position is $75,000 - $95,000 per year. The compensation posted is the anticipated pay for the position at the time of the posting. We may pay above or below posted amount based on several factors, including, but not limited to education and/or certifications, skills, experience, or work location. Some positions may qualify for additional compensation in the form of bonuses.

At LDI, we are pleased to provide employees with a comprehensive benefits package including health/dental/vision insurance options; paid time off; 10 paid holidays; 401(k) plus company matching and annual discretionary profit sharing; flexible spending and health savings account options; life and disability insurance; tuition assistance; wellness and mental health resources, and financial advising services. Eligibility in benefit programs is based on hours worked per week.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Regular sitting, standing, and walking throughout the day to accomplish tasks
• Manual and finger dexterity used regularly with some repetitive finger motions
• Ability to work in front of a computer screen for long periods of time
• Specific vision abilities include close and distance vision; able to identify colors, small letters, and numbers; hand/eye coordination, depth perception and able to adjust focus
• Hearing and speaking
• Other conditions may include frequent reaching, stretching, pushing, pulling, pinching, grasping, and gripping.

ABOUT OUR COMPANY

Comprised of multiple companies with headquarters in New Hope, Minnesota,Liberty Diversified International (LDI)is a privately held company employing more than 1,900 individuals across our manufacturing facilities, production facilities and core business operations in Minnesota, Iowa, Nebraska, Illinois, Mississippi, Texas, Arizona, Virginia, California, and Mexico. With deep roots in the corrugated box manufacturing industry, we operate in the core markets of paper, packaging, workplace products, corrugated plastics and building products.

Since 1918, our values - Caring, Innovation, Trust and Excellence - have guided our day-to-day activities. We believe that when our employees are aligned with these values, we create superior service and solutions for our customers. The LDI family of companies includesLiberty Packaging, Liberty Paper, Liberty Plastics (Custom SolutionsandQuarrix Building Products) and Safco.

Liberty Diversified International is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions without regard to race, color, sex, religion, age, creed, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, disability, or any other protected class.