Project Engineer

The Project Engineer is responsible for the creation and launch of robust new products and improvements to existing products. The Project Engineer will organize and manage project and technical elements of projects to develop innovative solutions that meet or exceed customer expectations, on time and on budget.
Compensation: Salary, Exempt with Incentive Bonus Eligibility
Travel: 10%-20%
Location: Newbury, OH Kinetico Corporate Headquarters
Key Responsibilities:

1. Develops project objectives through collaboration with customers, management and cross functional teams using Voice of Customer (VoC), product performance requirements, and financial/timing targets
2. Manages cross functional teams across multiple countries, consisting of internal and external resources, to explore product design options and translates plans into executable product designs
3. Uses mechanical engineering expertise, principles and processes to create and deliver innovative, customer focused product solutions to the marketplace
4. Works closely with supply chain and manufacturing, across multiple countries, to ensure smooth transition of new designs into production
5. Prepares project status reports (using stage gate and other methods) by collecting, analyzing and summarizing information
6. Recommends actions to improve product performance, profitability, and time to market
7. Creates project schedules by calculating time requirements and sequencing project elements
8. Maintains project schedules by monitoring project progress, coordinating activities and resolving problems
9. Carries out feasibility studies for new product innovations, including conception, design and prototyping
10. Validates designs and assures quality through the use of lab and field testing

This list of responsibilities is not exhaustive. Other duties may be required to be undertaken which fall within the scope and general level of responsibility attached to the role.
What you will need to succeed:
Education & Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering required, MBA a plus
• Minimum 5 years of experience designing new products, consumer product design a plus
• Minimum 3 years of experience managing technical projects
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated ability leading cross functional teams
• Experience with design processes and tools; EDA, FMEA, DFM, DFA,

Competencies:

• Must be able to create and maintain good relationships with internal and external customers and use information to improve products and processes
• Must be able to motivate internal and external resources to meet or exceed customer expectations and deliver products on time and on budget
• Must be able to inform all levels of the business with the appropriate level of detail
• Must be able to cope with ambiguity and make decisions with limited data, while communicating and managing risk
• Must be able to organize complex work into executable action items that meet the required timing
• Must be able to solve technically complex problems and have the ability to learn new technical concepts to support the development of new products

Why Join Kinetico:

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Insurance Coverage
• Employer Provided Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Benefits
• 401(k) Contribution Matching Program
• Employer Funded Defined Contribution Plan
• Paid Vacation, Holidays and Community Service Volunteer Time-off Benefit
• Wellness Program
• Educational Assistance Reimbursement Program

Our Commitment and Difference:
Founded in 1970, Kinetico pioneered the development of non-electric, fully automatic water treatment systems. In the years since, we have grown into a global company of independent Kinetico water experts and international distributors serving more than 100 countries. We offer complete water systems that deliver only the highest quality water for general use and drinking. We back every piece of our equipment with industry-leading warranties. Our approach reflects our deep commitment to preserving and conserving fresh water, one of our planet's most precious and endangered natural resources.
Kinetico Incorporated is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, veteran status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status or disability (in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act*), or any other legally protected status, with respect to employment opportunities.
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