Product Development Engineer

About the Role

Reports to: V.P. of Engineering

Location: 4323 Interstate Way, San Antonio, TX 78219

Position is on site at our San Antonio Headquarters and requires minimal travel.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and create new product opportunities and designs.
• Research, plan and design mechanical and pneumatic products and systems for automatic tire inflation systems.
• Develop and assist in the creation of test procedures for new products including design concept reports, test documentation, drawings, and applicable standards.
• Analyze current products to competitive systems, and provide comparative information to support marketing efforts.
• Compare current product design to best practices for future involvement in product performance.
• Assist Operations to streamline and improve production capacity.
• Assist in the design of new production and testing equipment including robotics, automation, and modern manufacturing processes.
• Assist Operations to improve maintenance procedures and identify and source production equipment and parts.
• Assist Quality Department with test procedures, ECR/ECNs, and the maintenance of applicable part and product drawings.

Skills

• Analytical – Synthesizes complex or diverse information. Collect and researches data. Uses intuition and experience to complement data.
• Design – Generates creative solutions. Uses feedback to modify designs. Demonstrates attention to detail.
• Problem Solving – Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner. Gather and analyzes information skillfully with alternative solutions.
• Teamwork – Balances team and individual responsibilities. Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views. Contributes to building a positive team spirit and puts team above own interests.
• Communication – demonstrates both oral and written skills.
• Business Acumen – Understands business implications of decisions. Displays orientation to profitability. Aligns work with strategic goals.
• Quality Management – Looks for ways to improve and promote quality. Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.

Technical Requirements

• Proficiency in Solidworks 3D and 2D.
• Working knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing.
• Familiar with APQP process.
• Firm grasp of engineering concepts and experience designing mechanical systems/products.
• Working knowledge of mechanical engineering principles such as mechanics of materials, pneumatics, pressure sensors, solenoids.
• Electrical system experience a plus.
• Validation testing including mechanical, pneumatic, electrical, and climatic environments with system and vehicle-level experience.
• Competence in the use of personal computer software such as word processing, database, and spreadsheets.
• Technical Documentation, Communication, and Report Writing.
• A demonstrated ability to work independently or to lead a team to complete projects within required timeframes.
• Experience in the commercial vehicle or RV market a plus.
• Must be self-motivated and a great team worker with ability to communicate effectively and clearly.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's Mechanical Engineering degree required from four-year college or university.
• At least 3-5 years related experience and/or training.

Additional Requirements

Due to International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Export Administration Regulations (EAR) requirements, all candidates must be presently classified as a "US Person" which includes United States citizen; or a permanent legal resident (green card holder).