Product Engineer I

Responsibilities

• Leads manufacturing activities of assigned products through prototype, pilot, and production
• Oversees the implementation of customer documentation changes and internal change orders
• Actively participates in new customer development and new business development
• Analyzes line return information to understand and drive corrective action on manufacturing process issues
• Performs product level FMEAs as required
• Participates in Lean, Six Sigma, and Kaizen continuous improvement activities
• Reviews engineering design drawings and DFX reports prior to production release for manufacturability
• Evaluates and qualifies new manufacturing processes, materials, and equipment
• Leads internal and external corrective action plans
• Complies and follows all company policies and procedures
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Effective interpersonal skills
• Effective multitasking skills and the ability to take on additional responsibilities as required
• Effective organization and prioritization skills
• Demonstrate high attention to detail
• Ability to work with diverse groups
• Demonstrate discretion, confidentiality, independent judgment and professionalism
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and guidance, exercising discretion and independent judgment
• Understanding of and ability to use continuous improvement tools
• Strong customer service and client focus
• Working knowledge of productivity tools, including Microsoft Office products and WebEx conferencing software
• 0-3+ years of electronics manufacturing experience
• Ability to work individually or in teams
• Support a 24/7 global business operation as required
• Understanding of and ability to use metrics and continuous improvement tools (e.g. DPMO, FPY, DPM, Six Sigma, FMEA, etc.)

Other Information

Education: 4 year Engineering or Technical degree preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience as approved by executive management

Geographical Location: Minnesota:Rochester

Physical Location: Rochester, MN

Shift: Shift 1

Work Schedule: M-F 0800-1700

Full Time

In our innovative environment, you'll work with cutting-edge technology, leading the way in engineering design and delivering world-class manufacturing services for products that make a real difference in the lives of others.

Benchmark provides a comprehensive benefits package, including a Bonus Plan, 401(k), Paid Time Off, and Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance, all based on scheduled hours.

Benchmark complies with applicable state and local employee leave laws.

Candidates applying for remote work based in Washington state, may obtain PTO eligibility for this position by emailing careers@bench.com.

Export Control: This job position may include access to controlled information or technology covered under applicable U.S. export control laws.

The Company evaluates such export license situations on a case-by-case basis and may decline to proceed with a job applicant in its sole discretion since export license applications can take many weeks to be processed.

Benchmark is an equal opportunity employer.