Sr. Product Development Engineer- Global Mobility Bike

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Design and engineer new products and technologies to support the strategic plan in accordance with best practices.
• Create 3D design and GD&T drawings of complex parts and assemblies.
• Work with application, process, and manufacturing experts and suppliers in development of new products to meet performance targets.
• Work with material and process experts and suppliers in development of new designs to meet timing and performance targets.
• Work with operators and production personnel to develop samples and document new processes.
• Support continuous product and process improvements (sustaining engineering).
• Collaborate with Engineering Program Managers on product updates and ensure all changes are well-documented and efficiently implemented.
• Proactively communicate (both verbally and written) key developments and updates on new projects/products to program management.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Functions as an individual contributor with no administrative supervisory responsibilities. Will direct and mentor the work of technicians and junior engineers.

Qualifications & Experience

• 5–7 years of progressive and comprehensive product development experience.
• Bachelor's Degree in a technical field required (mechanical engineering, etc.).
• Experience in mechanical design (preferably in related products). SolidWorks fluency is desirable.
• Experience in hands-on prototyping.
• Experience with Product Data Management (PDM) systems.
• Demonstrated ability in metal, plastic, or composite part design including material selection.
• Experience in Design for Manufacturability (DFM), statistical tolerance analysis techniques, functional dimensioning, and geometric tolerancing (GD&T), with focus on high volume manufacturing.
• Experience working with overseas manufacturers a plus.
• Experience with technical graphical communication of concepts, ideas, and solutions.
• High level interpersonal and leadership skills; must be able to influence and collaborate across multiple levels within the company, at various locations, and with suppliers.
• Experience with automotive or aerospace industry quality standards and manufacturing methods; TS16949, AS9100, ISO9000, etc.
• Highest values on safety in personal work practices and consideration in design of processes and equipment.
• Passion for Motorcycles, Powersports, Scooters, Bicycles, and Fitness applications desired.

Skills and Capabilities

• Superior attention to detail with ability to manage complex projects and detailed planning.
• Passion for making great products.
• An understanding of how things are made.
• Technical strengths in many areas, including design, simulation, prototyping, and manufacturing.
• Demonstrated experience with finite element analysis methods.
• Demonstrated experience with geometric dimensioning & tolerancing (GD&T).
• Solid project management skills.
• Self-motivated and proactive with demonstrated creative and critical thinking capabilities.
• Highest values on safety in personal work practices and consideration in design of processes and equipment.
• A preference to a hands-on work style.

Pay and Benefits

• Salary: $95,000 – $112,000
• Full-Time
• Relocation is not provided
• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance and other voluntary benefit options: benefits begin on the first day of the month immediately following your date of hire
• Eligible for 3 weeks of paid vacation + 11 holidays (9 scheduled & 2 floating) + 8 sick days. All vacation days are accrued.
• 401(k): 3% company contribution and additional 3% company match
• Tuition Reimbursement

Work Environment

Founded in 1911 in Denver, Colorado, Gates is publicly traded on the NYSE. While operating across many time zones, the company operates as "One Gates" with a common goal of pushing the boundaries of materials science, investing in its people, and bringing real-world experience to solve customers' diverse challenges.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands and fingers to work with objects, tools, or controls; and use office equipment including computers, telephones, and/or copiers/scanners. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.