Principal Engineer
Follett - easton, PA
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Job Type Full-time Description 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. Follett is searching for a Principal Engineer to join our team in the Lehigh Valley area! Job Summary : Lead the development of new technologies and their application into new product designs and sustaining product improvements within the Ice Maker Subsystem. Evaluates and recommends technology direction and designs/directs the development of concepts to meet customer and business requirements. Leads and or supports cross-functional product development and product improvement projects in line with business objectives. Essential Functions: The Principal Engineer for the Ice Maker Subsystem is responsible for the components, application and control variables, inputs/outputs, function, and error states of the subsystem which include: o Evaporator o Auger o Ice Extrusion Nozzle o Gear motor o Water and Refrigerant side components • Develops product design concepts and functional capabilities for products by determining market/customer requirements and business intent. • Ensures product reliability requirements by defining and completing qualifications tests and analysis. • Establishes product performance standards by completing engineering analysis and technical feasibility investigations. • Maintains technical knowledge and expertise in emerging technologies and competitive trends. • Directs the completion of models, layouts, and details for product assemblies and components by communicating Subsystem concepts and performance criteria. • Ensures complete and accurate product release documentation by reviewing the design files, drawings, component specifications, item descriptions, and BOMs. • Ensures product adherence to regulatory agencies by maintaining knowledge of requirements and providing directions on requirements, standards, forms, etc. • Leads problem resolution efforts by using root-cause analysis of field or manufacturing-related product problems; develop and implement appropriate solutions. • Supports innovation in the strategic product planning process by developing, owning, and budgeting for the technology roadmap for the Ice Maker Subsystem. • Completes engineering projects by establishing objectives and plans; determining project responsibilities; reviewing options, proposals, and alternatives; and providing technical consultation and leadership. • Performs other duties as assigned. Requirements Qualifications: • Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or related field required, advanced degree preferred. • Experience of 15+ years in appliance, Commercial Durable, or related new product development of mechanical systems. • Competency in design for complex machining and casting. • Experience in machine design, load evaluation and material stress management. • Applied design of experiment. • Hands-on CAD expertise toward idea generation and explanation. • Experience driving decisions within a cross functional product development team. • Successful deliverables within New Technology Development and New Product Development initiatives. 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.
Created: 2024-07-07