Engineer

GENERAL PURPOSE

In a developing capacity and under direct supervision, applies basic engineering principles, concepts, theories, and techniques in support of business objectives and may provide fundamental engineering leadership and expertise.

• Conducts feasibility studies
• Determines manpower and cost estimates
• Develops engineering criteria
• Performs primary analyses to develop design options or recommendations for structures, systems and components
• Applies originality, ingenuity and knowledge of other disciplines in solving basic technical issues

Essential Functions

• Ability to take good notes; showing work and assumptions
• Ability to use originality and ingenuity to apply solutions
• Applies basic engineering skills to work assignments
• Applies basic problem solving skills and executes solutions to basic problems
• Applies basic supply chain cost, value stream capabilities and economic principles
• Completes engineering tasks under the direction of leadership
• Follows engineering and quality processes

Additional Essential Functions

• Qualifications: Education/Experience - Not Parsed Licenses And Certifications / Skills And Abilities Engineering/Technical degree from an accredited program or 2-year technical degree in related field with 3 years of applicable engineering experience0-2 years of professional engineering experienceExposure to project management concepts may be essential for some assignments. Basic knowledge in Lean principles and application. Must be able to assess process concepts and to determine where continuous improvement opportunities exist. Must be able to communicate effectively with people at various levels including production, engineering, and management and to be able to work well with and develop a partnering relationship with other team members. Basic knowledge in the use of common office automation, communication, software and tools, Herman Miller mainframe applications and engineering related software. Must have basic problem solving ability and be able to apply engineering expertise to problem solving. At the direction of supervision must be able to effectively react to changing priorities and work flow and be able to anticipate, recognize, and respond effectively to changes which affect project plans. Must have an overall basic business sense and understand how decisions impact business results. Must be able to perform all essential job functions with or without accommodation.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

Who We Hire?

• Simply put, we hire qualified applicants representing a wide range of backgrounds and abilities. MillerKnoll is comprised of people of all abilities, gender identities and expressions, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, veterans from every branch of military service, and more. Here, you can bring your whole self to work. We’re committed to equal opportunity employment, including veterans and people with disabilities. This organization participates in E-Verify Employment Eligibility Verification. In general, MillerKnoll positions are closed within 45 days and are open for applications for a minimum of 5 days. We encourage our prospective candidates to submit their application(s) expediently so as not to miss out on our opportunities. We frequently post new opportunities and encourage prospective candidates to check back often for new postings. MillerKnoll complies with applicable disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact MillerKnoll Talent Acquisition at careers_help@millerknoll.com.