Engineer Product Design

About the role

This position supports the Wear Components Engineering group by working directly with customers to understand requirements, develop product specifications, and support manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Work with customers to understand product requirements and develop agreed-upon product specifications.
• Document product specifications, manufacturing processes, and verification requirements.
• Support manufacturing teams to ensure products are produced efficiently and meet customer expectations.
• Manage assigned products and lead new product development projects through Kennametal's stage-gate process.
• Drive process improvement initiatives to enhance quality, productivity, and operational performance.
• Provide technical support to sales, customers, suppliers, contractors, and internal teams.
• Prepare quotations for pump components supporting both domestic and international sales.
• Support existing industrial clad products and identify opportunities for product improvements.
• Collaborate with the Bangalore engineering team to provide technical guidance on product design and process requirements.
• Coordinate manufacturing readiness activities to ensure successful new product launches.
• Ensure product and process documentation is accurate, complete, and up to date.
• Collaborate with the Bangalore engineering team to provide technical guidance on product design and process requirements.
• Travel as needed to support customers, suppliers, and business objectives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering preferred.
• Relevant machining, manufacturing, or product engineering experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Machining experience strongly preferred.
• Experience working with Sales, Marketing, Engineering, and Manufacturing teams.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills across multiple organizational levels and locations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong customer focus with the ability to support both internal and external customers.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, SharePoint, and project management software such as Microsoft Project.
• Experience with SAP, NX, and Lean Manufacturing principles is a plus.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Able to manage multiple priorities and projects simultaneously.
• Willingness to travel as required to support job responsibilities.

Qualifications

• Experience in product design and development.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and quality control.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

Skills

• Technical writing and documentation skills.
• Project management and process improvement skills.
• Customer service and relationship management skills.
• Problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Communication and collaboration skills.

Benefits

Kennametal Inc. offers competitive compensation and benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.

Pay

The salary range for this position is $70,000 - $120,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

The role is based in New Albany, IN and requires occasional travel to support customers, suppliers, and business objectives.