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Mechanical Engineer

Mechanical Engineer

FluidraCarlsbad, California
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Description

Fluidra is looking for a Mechanical Engineer to join our team in Carlsbad, CA.  WHAT YOU WILL CONTRIBUTE In this role, you will be joining an international company as a member of the Global VI DtV team. You will work side-by-side with engineers, sourcing specialists, purchasing people and manufacturing sites to identify Value Improvement opportunities. You will be able to learn from our product specialists and apply your knowledge and experience to make a difference. At the same time, you will build yourself an inspiring international career with a company that believes in giving its employees the challenges and opportunities they need to grow professionally and personally. Additionally, you will :

  • Develop concepts for design or modifications to improve the overall value of Fluidra products.
  • Work with the rest of the VI Team, Engineering counterparts, Quality Engineers, Manufacturing experts and Suppliers to perform purposeful product teardowns, to identify opportunities to optimize our products.
  • Work with our Engineering and Quality teams and Suppliers to ensure we propose the best possible alternatives, with robust testing protocols and to resolve any engineering issues.
  • Work with our existing and potential new Suppliers to ensure we implement projects on time and with no impact to production
  • Work very closely with our Sourcing Team in America to identify and develop potential suppliers for our mechanical components and to manage an on-time implementation with accurate Components and Finish Good quotes and a proper inventory management
  • Become a key member of the VI Engineering team for mechanical or electro-mechanical components.
  • Develop and document costed BOMs and propose alternative components, based on benchmarking similar products.
  • Analyze all Fluidra products to understand how they work and how the different functions can be performed in a simpler and more cost-effective way

WHAT WE SEEK

  • 7 or more years of mechanical or electro-mechanical engineering experience
  • Solidworks 2D and 3D creation process and proficiency
  • Extensive knowledge of various types of mechanical and electro-mechanical solutions and their use in product designs.
  • Knowledge of plastics and metals manufacturing processes and electro-mechanical assemblies
  • Exceptional root cause analysis and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to work independently and as a team member.
  • Ability to clearly communicate and to present ideas and design concepts with impact and clarity
  • Proven track record of accomplished projects with increasing responsibilities.
  • A background in pool products is a plus.
  • Design experience focusing on Value Analysis / Value Engineering of consumer products is also desirable.
  • Analytical, flexible, and able to work on multiple projects simultaneously.

    • EDUCATION Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering WHAT WE OFFER  An exciting opportunity to dive in and begin your career with a company that offers a competitive total rewards package that includes :

  • Flexible Vacation Time
  • 9 / 80 work week schedule (EVERY OTHER FRIDAY OFF!)
  • 11 paid Holidays
  • Full range of health benefits including medical, dental & vision, short & long-term disability
  • 401(K) matching (100% of first 3% contributed, 50% of the next 2%)
  • Health and wellness programs / gym reimbursement
  • Educational assistance up to $7,000 per year
  • On-site self-service café / free gourmet coffee stations
  • Company sponsored FUN events!
  • Generous product discounts
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    Mechanical Engineer • Carlsbad, California