Product Engineer

REPORT TO: MANAGER, DEVELOPMENT ENGINEERING

Facilitate the development and/or modification of plumbing products from conceptual design through product life cycle. Monitors vendors and progress toward meeting delivery objectives.

• Design and/or develop new products that integrate market research and industry trends, while adhering to applicable codes, standards and cost targets, for global and domestic products
• Review designs for ease of assembly and manufacturability and suggest improvements
• Evaluate and test prototypes and/or first article samples to ensure quality and performance of finished products. Suggest modifications as necessary
• Facilitate engineering changes to existing products, as needed, to: address market needs, enhance quality and/or improve cost
• Prepare, review and utilize technical drawings made to existing drafting standards
• Assist quality and manufacturing teams to resolve inspection and/or production issues
• Manage production part approval process (PPAP)
• Identify and evaluate potential new vendors
• Coordinate with approved suppliers regarding manufacturing and delivery of components and/or finished goods
• Create and maintain Bill of Materials (BOM) for new and existing products
• Compile and present development progress and details according to prescribed Design Review process
• Conduct competitive research to monitor industry trends
• Assist in the creation of product support materials such as: packaging, installation/owner manuals, spare part sheets, and specification sheets
• Work in accordance with both ISO and TOTO USA, INC. policies and procedures
• Complete projects in an effective and efficient manner

• This job has no supervisory responsibilities

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, preferably Mechanical or Ceramic.
• Three (3) years or more of experience is preferred.
• Experience with a 3D CAD package, preferably Solid Works and / or AutoCAD is a plus.
• Basic working knowledge of manufacturing processes including machining, casting and forging.

• Excellent benefit package which includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Paid vacation, Paid Holiday & 401K, Company match after (1) one year that vests immediately upon participation
• Collaborative, dynamic work environment within a fast-paced awesome company

TOTO USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

TOTO USA provides reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws. We are committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace.