Flexco | Product Engineer II

Flexco, a leading global manufacturer, is seeking a Product Engineer to work in our flagship facility in Downers Grove! This role will work with our product development efforts within a top-notch engineering team. The product will be centered around belt fasteners in the heavy duty Flexco vertical.This is your opportunity to work in an environment where the culture is focused on People First, Better Together, Customer Centered, Forward Thinking, and Committed to Excellence. Flexco has consistently been named to the list of 101 Best and Brightest Companies to Work For and is consistently recognized for charitable contributions in the area.Product Engineer II's at Flexco can expect starting compensation of between $77,00.00 and $96,000.00 per year, depending on experience and skills.Location: Downer GroveDepartment: EngineeringPay Grade: DG 14Product Engineer IILocation: Downers Grove Department: Engineering Purpose: To provide technical expertise to improve our current HD products, support customers, sales members, and internal operations.What you will need: Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or a related engineering fieldMinimum 5 years' design engineering experience in an industrial environment.Knowledge and proficiency in 3D CAD (SolidWorks preferred) and MS Office Suite.Able to present information and interface directly with all levels of technical and managerial personnelWorking knowledge of the mechanical properties of a variety of materials including ferrous and non-ferrous metals, rubbers, plastics, and urethanes.Good understanding of various manufacturing processes and associated capabilities and tolerance limits.Able to understand mechanical components and systems, problem solve and troubleshoot the most difficult challenges with these types of products, then lead effort to identify and implement corrective actions. Physical requirements:Exposure to working conditions in industrial environments without environmental controls.Lift up to 50lbs.Able to train and perform work on and around conveyor systems with limited accessibility - including points that are often many stories above the ground floor.Travel up to 20% of time. What you will be doing: Serve as the primary HD Product Engineering liaison supporting for both North American facilities in the manufacturing of HD MBF products.Coordinate with Tool Room to provide direction and functional requirements of custom HD Product "Specials" builds, prototypes, special equipment, and tooling designed for HD products.Works closely with and helps improve our ARAS PLM system and support the ongoing adoption of this platform across all Flexco locations worldwide.Developing technology and product concepts through research activities as assigned.Define and coordinate internal and external (field) testing to understand product requirements and validate and verify new designs.Assign and prioritize work for technical support personnel"”test technicians, designers detailers, interns.Lead special projects and tasks to support implementation of department and project goals. Work on special projects as assigned.Participate in Continuous Improvement programs and suggestion system as required.Become part of an organization that values its team members so much that benefits begin on DAY ONE of full-time employment. Flexco is an equal-opportunity employer offering a generous compensation and benefits package including:Medical (including Rx), dental, vision on day one of employment401(k) with matching funds12 paid holidays per yearUp to 15 vacation days and 5 personal daysTuition reimbursementeducational assistancePension plan, life insurance, disability insurance, and moreAll internal employees must be in good standing with Flexco and inform their manager BEFORE they apply.

Created: 2025-01-20