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Product Engineer
Big Dutchman AG. Lead complex product development and improvement projects from concept through launch and post-launch support .
Core Competencies
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Demonstrates expertise in leading complex product development projects, providing technical guidance, and improving engineering standards. Proficient in utilizing advanced engineering methodologies and tools to ensure product performance, quality, and manufacturability.
Highest-signal resume keywords
Product Development LeadershipTechnical Decision-MakingCross-Functional Team LeadershipAdvanced Engineering AnalysisMentorship and Technical Guidance
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Hard Skills
Product DevelopmentEngineering StandardsDFMEADVP&RFEATolerance AnalysisRoot-Cause AnalysisCost-Reduction MethodsCADPLM Systems
Soft Skills
Problem-SolvingOrganizational SkillsIndependent Decision-Making
Tools & Technologies
Microsoft OfficeEngineering DrawingsProduct Testing
Industry Keywords
Agricultural EngineeringMechanical EngineeringManufacturabilityInjection MoldingSheet Metal DesignExtrusion DesignMechanical Drive Systems
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Lead complex product development and improvement projects from concept through launch and post-launch support
- Make technical recommendations and decisions involving design trade-offs, risk, cost, manufacturability, quality, and product performance
- Lead cross-functional and global project teams to resolve technical issues and deliver product launches
- Lead design reviews, risk analysis, test plans, technical reviews, and root-cause investigations
- Lead complex problem-solving activities using DMAIC, A3, 5-Why, Kepner-Tregoe, and decision matrices
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to Product Engineers
- Establish and improve engineering standards, design practices, documentation requirements, and lessons learned
- Serve as a technical point of contact for quality, purchasing, field services, sales, suppliers, and customers
- Develop and maintain project plans, technical milestones, resource requirements, risk assessments, and launch readiness activities
- Present technical recommendations, project status, risks, and launch readiness to leadership and stakeholders
- Balance product performance, quality, reliability, manufacturability, cost, and timing throughout the product lifecycle
Requirements
What you’ll need- Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Engineering (BSAgE), Mechanical Engineering (BSME), or related field
- Minimum of 5 years of relevant product or engineering experience
- Demonstrated experience leading complex product development, improvement, or launch projects
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and make sound technical decisions
- Experience leading cross-functional teams preferred
- Experience mentoring or providing technical guidance to other engineers
- Strong experience with CAD, PLM systems, product testing, engineering drawings, and design changes
- Advanced experience with DFMEA, DVP&R, FEA, tolerance analysis, root-cause analysis, and cost-reduction methods
- Experience with sheet metal, injection molding, and extrusion design and manufacturing
- Experience with motors, gearboxes, and mechanical drive systems preferred
- Highly organized, with the ability to manage multiple, competing priorities
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Benefits
Comp & perks- Equal Opportunity Employer statement
- Opportunity to work on high-tech farming solutions for proteins and plants
- Mentorship and technical leadership opportunities