Product Sustaining Engineer

Full Time
Little Rock, AR
Posted
Job description

At GF, we see our company as a forward-thinking leader in our field. Since 1802, we have been embracing innovations and sustainable solutions of the highest quality that add value to people’s lives around the globe.

Georg Fischer Harvel LLC, a world leader in industrial plastic piping systems, seeks highly motivated Product Sustaining Engineer. Reporting to the Sustaining Engineering Manager, you will own product engineering support activities to ensure that all technical concerns are addressed in product decision making.

Provide direction as well as hands on design of product improvements and cost reductions through GF's gate process. Determine if product deviations are technically feasible and cost effective. Support the plant in determination and elimination of product quality issues including placing material on engineering hold if needed. Assist in sustainable throughput improvements with reduction in scrap rate. Design projects to standardize Equipment, Materials and Process and implement and maintain high quality documentation on processes and procedures. Own all technical documentation including, but not limited to, product performance and dimensional data, ERP data, BOMs and routings, part release, part drawings, and technical manuals.


    Use sound engineering knowledge to create / engineer solutions to provided design specifications
    Liaise with manufacturing on design manufacturability and cost optimization
    Project lead on product line extensions and other relevant product enhancement projects
    Contribute to project planning and lead smaller scale internal projects
    Complete design qualification and validation of new products, materials and vendors
    Perform or support necessary experiments to test and validate product design
    Support and assist in the improvement of internal engineering practices, standard and procedures
    for the engineering tasks performed in the department.
    Analyze data producing clear, detailed reports for use across disciplines
    Participate in design reviews, technical reviews and program meetings ensuring that engineering
    knowledge is being shared and considered
    Performs all other duties as may be assigned by their supervisor.

    Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Systems
    Engineering, or related fields of Engineering
    3+ years of proven experience in a similar role
    Takes direction and feedback well and then acts independently
    Strong interpersonal and communication skills needed
    Effectively operates as a product technical expert
    Excellent risk analysis skills
    Core knowledge of Mechanical fundamentals
    Strong analytical skills required
    Ability to multitask and adhere to deadlines
    Proficient with AutoCAD, PLM, NX CAD,
    Excel, Ansys, Intouch, Measure link, SolidWorks.
    Project Management skills to include proficiency with Microsoft Project and/or Smartsheet.
    Ability to use measurement equipment to include calipers, micrometers, etc.
    Plastics experience with PVC, CPVC, PP, PVDF, and others; and knowledge of processing materials through various types
    (makes) of extrusion and injection molding machines.
    Strong technical report writing skills
    Basic Knowledge or Familiarity with SAP
    Walking – frequently 4-5 hrs
    Standing – 2 hrs
    Climbing – occasionally
    Squatting/Stooping – Rarely
    Reaching – occasionally
    Lifting - up to 40# frequently
    Lifting – 50# to 75# with assisted apparatus
    (overhead crane/forklift)

Benefits

Clear vision and purpose

"We are a sustainability and innovation leader providing superior customer value" is our vision and this is what guides us. Our purpose "becoming better every day - since 1802" is what inspires us in our daily work.

Sustainability and innovation focus

We have high sustainability and innovation goals. Let's work towards a sustainable future together.

Excellent learning tools

At GF we provide development opportunities for everyone. We offer global learning tools as well as trainings and specialized courses.

Great career opportunities

GF as a global acting company provides many opportunities regarding career growth. We also offer a dedicated talent management process (MyNextBigStep@GF) to boost your career.

Health care

GF offers a comprehensive health and welfare benefits plan including, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, and 401k with generous company match.

Paid holidays

Paid time off include 12 paid days of company holidays.

Work perks discount

The discount program includes many different goods and services including appliances, electronics, theme parks, movies and more.

Your contact

Bethany Rea
08 HR/Exec Assistant

300 Kuebler Road
18040 Easton
United States

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