Kadant Johnson Inc. is seeking a talented, motivated, and detail-oriented individual to fill a Product Development Engineering position. This is a full-time mid-senior level position for its Three Rivers, Mich., operation.
Job Description
The Product Development Engineer is responsible for the coordination and execution of the steps required to develop Kadant Johnson products.
These steps include:
• concept development;
• feasibility analysis;
• form, fit, and function review;
• creating layouts and detail drawings; prototyping;
• conducting lab and field testing; costing;
• and providing product training pre- and post-product launch.
The Product Development Engineer is also responsible for establishing and communicating corporate design standards as they relate to Kadant Johnson products and materials.
Additional duties include interfacing with customers and prospects and supporting the Sales, Customer Service, Applications, and Manufacturing departments by providing product recommendations, equipment sizing, competitive information, and technical support, among other activities.
Desired Skills and Experience
The preferred candidate will have demonstrated business acumen in addition to a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering and three to five years of relevant work experience.
Computer Aided Design (CAD) and Finite Element Analysis (FEA) experience would be beneficial as would familiarity with rotary seal design. Strong critical thinking skills, the ability to apply logic to diverse situations, and technical aptitude coupled with excellent interpersonal and communication skills are essential to the success of this position.
The candidate will report to the Director of Product Development.
Company Description
For more than a century, Kadant Inc. has been delivering smart and efficient solutions to process industries. As a global leader in fiber processing, fluid handling, water management, and doctoring systems, we design and manufacture products used in industries ranging from paper to plastics and textiles to tires.
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