Product Engineer

About the role

A Product Engineer at Klein Tools designs, develops, and improves products within the tool industry. This role involves problem-solving, evaluating design options, and implementing solutions with guidance from managers or experienced engineers. The position also includes managing multiple projects, coordinating technical development activities, and presenting findings to stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop products and systems within determined program requirements
• Determine and execute appropriate theoretical principles and practical approaches to product design
• Represent the organization in supplier meetings to resolve important questions and plan work
• Manage multiple low to medium difficulty projects proactively with guidance from managers or more experienced engineers
• Accurately estimate and build project timelines within phase gate product development framework
• Oversee and coordinate multiple low to medium action items concurrently
• Conduct detailed feasibility studies for proposed products or systems
• Coordinate and schedule technical development activities, resolving design and testing issues with support from managers and senior engineers as needed
• Act as a liaison with internal customers and suppliers to ensure adherence to design specifications
• Develop structured PowerPoint presentations to communicate findings effectively to internal stakeholders and outside vendors
• Use Excel formulas and charts to evaluate project metrics and present insights to team members
• Apply basic 3D CAD and Finite Element Analysis skills
• Minimize negative financial impact during project implementation
• Work closely with Product Management in developing new products
• Perform other duties as requested

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET accredited institution or program
• Technical, analytical, planning, and organizational skills
• A basic understanding of business-related initiatives
• Demonstrated experience facilitating projects and solutions with multiple interactions
• Strong oral and written communication skills with the ability to present both technical analysis and financial-based justifications
• The ability to function in an environment of changing priorities, goals, and direction amid stressful conditions and under time constraints
• A strong team focus and the ability to work with others, both internally and externally to the organization

Qualifications

• International travel required

Skills

• Basic 3D CAD and Finite Element Analysis skills

Benefits

• Paid Vacations & Holidays
• Profit Sharing & Matching 401(k)
• Health Insurance (Medical, Vision, & Dental)
• Discounts on Klein Tools products
• Education and Professional Development Assistance

Pay

• Competitive salary

Schedule

• Full-time

Benefits

• Paid vacation and holidays
• Profit sharing and matching 401(k)
• Health insurance (medical, vision, and dental)
• Discounts on Klein Tools products
• Education and professional development assistance

Company Information

Klein Tools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.