Associate Product Engineer

About the Company

Cornerstone Building Brands is a leading manufacturer of exterior building products for residential and low-rise non-residential buildings in North America. Headquartered in Cary, N.C., the company serves residential and commercial customers across the new construction and Repair & Remodel (R&R) markets. Its market-leading portfolio spans vinyl windows, vinyl siding, stone veneer, metal roofing, metal wall systems, and metal accessories. Cornerstone Building Brands has a broad, multi-channel distribution platform and expansive national footprint with more than 18,800 team members at manufacturing, distribution, and office locations throughout North America. Corporate stewardship and Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) responsibility are embedded in the company culture.

About the Role

The Product Engineer I is an essential member of the Product Engineering Team. The primary objective of this role is to lead Cornerstone Building Brands' focus on innovation and problem solving for the building industry. The Product Engineer works directly with window and door products, focusing on creative ways to meet ever-changing customer requirements, with a primary concentration on new product development and improved performance. In addition, the Product Engineer I will discover, lead, and implement revenue-generating and cost-savings initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Designs, prototypes, certifies, and launches new products.
• Analyzes current products to ensure specifications are maintained and current.
• Reviews, analyzes, and determines applicability and feasibility of newly proposed products and designs.
• Monitors products to ensure compliance with industry certification program standards (AAMA, WDMA, NAMI, CSA, NFRC, and IGMA).
• Creates and reviews detailed drawings, schematics, prototypes, and data-rich reports for coordination with other business teams.
• Manages Engineering Change Orders and Non-Standard Product Requests.
• Embraces the role of Product Champion and liaises as the technical lead for all projects related to assigned product lines.
• Visits manufacturing facilities to assist in new product launches, production support, and internal/external audits.
• Participates in kaizen and voice-of-customer exercises.
• Visits construction sites to assist in customer service, field testing, and service department support.
• Occasional homeowner contact may be required.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering required (Mechanical Engineering preferred).
• 2+ years of relevant engineering work preferred.
• Experience in new product development preferred.
• Experience in fenestration and/or construction will be given priority consideration.
• Up to 15% travel required.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to problem solve, work in teams, and complete projects.
• Must be able to handle multiple competing demands.
• Must demonstrate an understanding of manufacturing processes, especially as they relate to building products and the construction industry.
• Must possess the ability to make sound decisions, utilizing industry knowledge.
• Must maintain strong communication lines with cross-functional teams including engineering, sales, service, manufacturing, suppliers, and customers.
• Must possess the ability to articulate complex technical concepts in layman's terms.
• Must have the ability to proactively identify changes in building codes and trends in customer specifications to stay ahead of industry demands.
• Must demonstrate a strong desire to continuously improve company products and systems.
• Must have exceptional overall computer aptitude, including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, AutoCAD, and 3D modeling software.
• ERP/MRP software familiarity is preferred.
• Must have strong experience and skill in using hand and machine tools.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits starting day 1.
• 401(k) plan.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays.
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
• Life insurance, long-term disability (LTD), and short-term disability (STD).
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Discount programs.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Training and professional development.

Pay

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $70,000–$80,000, plus bonus. Salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Full-time is defined as regularly working 30+ hours per week.