Nichols Portland is looking to expand its product development team by hiring a Product Development Engineer to provide engineering services and project management for new product commercialization, engineering contracts, and R&D programs.
Requirements
- CAD Experience; Autodesk Inventor preferred
- Advanced analysis abilities preferred (FEA, CFD, Simulation)
- GD&T and Strong Mechanical Design experience preferred
- Strong mechanical aptitude (automotive, electrical, or hydraulics experience helpful)
- Demonstrated (formally or informally) mechanical aptitude
- Strong computer skills: Excel, PowerPoint, Word
Responsibilities
- Move projects through phases of the Nichols Portland new product development process
- Continually assess the technical risk/viability of the project; including manufacturability (if applicable)
- Summarize deliverables and receive team approval to advance projects - Concept through Launch, Including advanced prototyping, design and analysis, fabrication, testing, test data analysis, and final reports
- Coordinate meetings to consider production and prototype costs, assembly processes, design accuracy, durability, and performance
- Interact with vendors – collect and review pertinent information, determine compatibility, create and follow selection criteria, generate purchase orders
- Assist with testing and troubleshooting
- Develop new testing and analysis techniques (hardware and software)
Other
- Work with cross-functional teams to update project costs and overall business case
- Arrange team meetings for brainstorming new ideas or problem solving as needed
- Maintain Project Information, including Customer Communications, Test Data, and Timelines
- Interface with customers – request information, drawings, equipment, clarification; provide status reports; respond to questions
- Adhere to safety standards
