Product Engineer II

Description

Designs and develops products and systems to meet or exceed customer requirements.

• Designs products according to customer requirements.
• Determines feasibility of new and modified components and assemblies using analytical engineering tools.
• Defines test methods based on customer and Hi‑Lex specifications.
• Supports prototype builds and testing / validation for assigned products.
• Develops relationships with key customer associates.
• Provides technical support to customers, Hi‑Lex manufacturing, quality assurance, program management and sales.
• Prepares 3D models and drawings using Hi‑Lex CAD systems.
• Investigates test failures and quality concerns using advanced problem‑solving tools.
• Supports VANE & DFM activities.
• Prepares reports as needed.
• Promotes an associate‑relations environment that is consistent with long‑term management objectives.

• Understanding of customer change and release systems.
• Provides support to Jr. Engineers, Designers and Technicians.
• Supports competitor benchmarking activity.
• Performs other duties as necessary.
• 5S support.

• Automotive control cable or seating experience is preferred.
• 4-year degree in mechanical engineering or engineering technology or equivalent field.
• 2‑5 years or more of experience in product design or development.
• Knowledge of applicable Hi‑Lex products and procedures.
• Knowledge of engineering practices (GD & T, DOE, FMEA, DFM, CAD applications, statistical analysis, etc.).

• Office environment with noise from computer peripherals such as mainframe, disk drives and printers.
• Periodic factory visits with noise from manufacturing equipment.
• Periodic travel by air, car or train to other company operations, customers and/or suppliers.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Engineering and Information Technology

Motor Vehicle Parts Manufacturing