Project Engineer

About the role

Follett currently has an opportunity for a Project Engineer to join our team! Since 1948, Follett Products, LLC, has led the industry in designing and manufacturing high-quality, innovative ice storage bins, ice storage and transport systems, ice machines, ice and water dispensers, ice and beverage dispensers, and medical-grade refrigerators and freezers for the food service and healthcare industries.

Responsibilities

• Lead & direct engineering personnel in the development and launch of new product designs, and the completion and implementation of improvements for existing products. Develop product & project cost estimates, project schedules, and identify resource needs.
• Develops product design concepts that meet customer requirements and performance standards; completes engineering analysis and technical feasibility investigations.
• Utilize 3D CAD tools to develop and communicate design concepts; direct the completion and models, layouts, and details for products assemblies and components.
• Ensure completion and accuracy of a complete design documentation package for product release including appropriate design files, drawings, component specifications, item descriptions and BOM’s.
• Develop qualification test plans and procedures to assure that the performance and reliability of product designs meet objectives; complete the analysis and documentation of results.
• Ensure adherence of both new and existing products to the requirements of UL, NSF, CE, and other relevant agency / government regulations by maintaining knowledge of requirements and providing direction for compliance.
• Lead problem resolution efforts including root-cause analysis of field or factory related product problems; develop and implement appropriate solutions.
• Provide direction to the model shop for the fabrication and assembly of prototypes and test set-ups.
• Participate in the strategic product planning process for identifying and defining product development/improvement projects to support business growth objectives.
• Complete competitive product reviews; stay abreast of industry design trends and technological developments.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field preferred.
• Mid-level engineering position; 5-10 years of professional experience.
• Demonstrated product development / project management experience.
• AutoCAD Inventor experience.
• In-depth knowledge of various appliance type controls and components.
• Demonstrated unit qualification testing knowledge and experience; performance and reliability.
• Agency listing experience with UL, NSF, CE, etc. for product safety and sanitation.
• Proficiency using Microsoft Word, Excel, MS Project.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field preferred.
• Mid-level engineering position; 5-10 years of professional experience.
• Demonstrated product development / project management experience.
• AutoCAD Inventor experience.
• In-depth knowledge of various appliance type controls and components.
• Demonstrated unit qualification testing knowledge and experience; performance and reliability.
• Agency listing experience with UL, NSF, CE, etc. for product safety and sanitation.
• Proficiency using Microsoft Word, Excel, MS Project.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

Follett’s robust benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision insurance; paid time off; paid holidays; retirement plan with company match, bonus opportunity, and much more.

Schedule

Regular working hours are typically Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required to meet project deadlines.

Pay

Compensation is commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements

• Ability to work in office, lab and shop floor environment (temperature controlled/non-temperature controlled)
• Extended periods of sitting, standing and walking.
• Lifting/moving objects weighing up to 25 lbs.
• Regular use of hands and fingers to type on keyboard, operate computer mouse, use of telephone and various office equipment.
• Extended periods of viewing computer monitor.
• Noise level in work environment: low to moderate.

Travel Requirements

Travel within US (10%) as needed to conduct site visits with suppliers, customers, industry meetings and training programs.