Product Development Engineer

This position is responsible for the mechanical design, development, and improvements of new or existing products.

• Originates and/or develops designs for products relating to defined project specifications.
• Creates mechanical models and drawings of product line.
• Creates mechanical bill-of-materials of product design.
• Evaluates and resolves technical feasibility, design evaluation/optimization, and production issues.
• Responsible for meeting project costs/margins and target release dates.
• Understands lean manufacturing concepts and initiates process improvements to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education:
Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering preferred or bachelor’s degree with 3-5 years relevant experience.
Experience:
Seven years of industry-related experience. Three years’ experience in Solid Works.
Skills and Abilities:
Ability to clearly develop ideas in the form of working models and drawings. Must be familiar with a variety of manufacturing processes, materials, programming software, business systems, and Microsoft Office software programs. Strong verbal and written communications skills.
Responsibilities:
Requires occasional travel.

Manufacturing production floor and office environment.

Do you think you’d make an excellent fit for Besser Company and enjoy all the beauty that Alpena, Michigan has to offer? Please forward your resume to:

Besser Company World Headquarters
Attn:
Human Resources, Hiring
801 Johnson Street
Alpena, MI 49707 USA
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