Senior Design Engineer - SMTT in Schaumburg, Illinois at Charles Industries, LLC.

Job Summary:

The Senior Design Engineer will be responsible for leading program-level designs and prototype fabrications for complex enclosure solutions that produce the required performance and features to provide greater value for our customers. This position will require primarily job-centered decision-making and close collaboration with others involved in the process. The Senior Design Engineer will manage multiple projects.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Lead projects from concept through to launch.

• Draw and design package preparation and release.

• Develop requirements and analyze product design data to determine conformance to established design selection criteria, standardized parts and equipment use, and design-to-cost practices.

• Maintain and upgrade existing products.

• Establish test plans and execute 3rd party certifications.

• Lead the development and testing of prototypes for new product ideas and create product specifications.

• Create and maintain project development plans and create and execute Engineering Change Notices (ECNs)

• Lead cross-functional teams to design, develop, test, and redesign existing products.

• Generate and release full bills of material for manufacturing.

• Identify non-conformances and root causes to initiate and implement solutions.

• Assist in other duties as required.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Ability to prioritize work and adhere to strict deadlines.

• Excellent analytical and organizational skills.

• Excellent listening, negotiation, and presentation skills.

• Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy and strong problem-solving abilities.

• Independent and self-driven while working in a team environment.

• Ability to identify problems that need resolution, propose solutions, and escalate as needed.

Education and Experience:

• A bachelor's degree, preferably in General or Mechanical Engineering, is required.

• A master's in mechanical engineering is preferred.

• At least 7 years of experience in product development is required in a manufacturing environment.

• Experience with Sheet Metal (Aluminum, Steel, Galvanized) is required.

• Experience with another 3D CAD system will be considered.

• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification is desired.

• Proficiency with hand tools, power tools, and fabrication equipment is desired.

• Knowledge of MS Project and Visio desired.

• Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).

• Familiarity with appliance regulatory and testing agencies such as UL, CEC, ASTM, IEC, CE, and RoHS a plus.

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described are representative of those that an employee must successfully perform. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Employees must regularly lift and/or move up to 15 pounds.

Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential job functions.

• Employees regularly work in an office environment.

• Occasionally work in a Lab, manufacturing field environment using the required PPE.