Senior Design Engineer

Summary

: As a Senior Engineer specializing in product development within the rubber manufacturing industry, the candidate will lead the conception, design, and development of innovative rubber products. The candidate will be instrumental in enhancing existing products and introducing new solutions, ensuring they meet quality standards, market demands, and manufacturing feasibility. Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Lead the design and development of new rubber products or modifications to existing ones, from conceptualization to prototype and final production stages.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to select appropriate rubber materials, conduct thorough material testing, and evaluate their suitability for specific product applications.
• Oversee the creation of prototypes, coordinate testing procedures, analyze test data, and iterate designs to achieve optimal product performance and durability.
• Work closely with manufacturing teams to ensure product designs are optimized for efficient and cost-effective production processes.
• Develop and implement quality control procedures, standards, and testing protocols to maintain high product quality and reliability.
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources effectively, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality products.
• Stay updated on industry trends, emerging technologies, and advancements in rubber manufacturing to drive continuous innovation and improvement.

Education and / or Experience Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Polymer Science, or a related field. Additional certifications in product development or rubber technology are advantageous. 5+ years of experience in product development within the manufacturing industry, demonstrating progressive responsibility and successful project leadership. Competencies To perform the job successfully, an individual will need to perform the following competencies. Quantity of Work The quantity of work produced and the promptness with which it is completed. Quality of Work The ability displayed and accuracy of work produced, meeting company standards, and requiring little to no rework. Judgement / Knowledge of Job Knowledge of job, techniques, skills, equipment, procedures, materials, etc. Attendance / Dependability Punctuality and attendance. Teamwork / Attitude Willingness and cooperativeness with co-workers and supervisors; ability to accept constructive criticism. Initiative / Independence The degree to which an employee searches out new tasks and expands their ability to perform assigned tasks without direct supervision. Adherence to Policy Follow quality environmental policies and have knowledge of AS9100 and IS14001. Adherence to Safety Follow safety procedures, security protocol, and wear proper PPE. Reasoning Ability Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. Physical Demands 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. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee may occasionally lift up to 25 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. American Rheinmetall formerly known as Loc Performance is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.