Project Engineer
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Job Description As the world's leading water experts, we are dedicated to delivering high-quality water solutions to residential, commercial, and industrial customers. Headquartered in Rosemont, Illinois, Culligan International offers technologically advanced, state-of-the-art water filtration products, including water softeners, water filtration systems, industrial water treatment solutions, drinking water systems, and whole-house filtration systems. Description: This position works with a cross-functional group and is "hands-on" to design, develop, validate, launch, and support new products as they move through the NPD product life-cycle. This individual may lead 1-3 projects simultaneously, managing all aspects of the development cycle to ensure targets are met. This role reports to the Product Development Engineering Director but can function independently with little oversight. Responsibilities: Fulfill all responsibilities outlined in the Engineer II job description. Apply engineering fundamentals to perform hand calculations to support design decisions. Manage all project-related details throughout the entirety of product development. Work interdepartmentally to track the required cross-functional activities. Develop and maintain project schedules that reflect critical milestones and drive projects to the commitment date. Track and maintain project/product costs and ensure BOM & project budget targets are achieved. Work with purchasing, suppliers, and quality engineers to communicate requirements and ensure parts and products meet specifications and are approved. Carry out risk mitigation action plans when critical requirements are in jeopardy. Oversee pilot runs to ensure products are properly manufactured and in sufficient quantity to meet test needs. Oversee validation and approval processes to ensure key specifications and performance requirements are met and regulatory listings are achieved. Report project status summaries as needed. Support Supply Chain projects to optimize product costs. Requirements: Bachelor of Science degree in engineering; Masters of Science in engineering is a plus. Accreditation: Project management, DFSS, and DFM. 4+ years of engineering experience (3+ engineering design & 1+ project management). Experience having led at least one major development project from concept to launch. Experience with discipline-specific design tools (SolidWorks or PCB layout). Proficiency with MS Project scheduling capabilities. Experience with hands-on prototype, build, and test in a laboratory environment. Competencies: To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies in this position: Integrity Resourcefulness Customer Focus Team Player Adaptability Excellence We offer competitive benefits, including: Medical Dental Vision Life insurance 401(k) Paid time off Parental leave Additional voluntary benefits Target Salary Range: $90-100k Company Description: ABOUT CULLIGAN INTERNATIONALFounded by Emmett Culligan in 1936, Culligan is a world leader in delivering superior water solutions that will make a real difference in improving the health and wellness of consumers. The company offers some of the most technologically advanced, state-of-the-art water filtration and treatment services and solutions. These products include water softeners, drinking water systems, whole-house systems, and solutions for businesses. Culligan's network of franchise dealers in North America, direct operations, and other dealers is the largest in the world, with over 7,800 employees and 1,000 dealers in 90 countries. Many Culligan dealers have valuable equity in their local communities as multigenerational family owners of their franchises.For more information visit: #J-18808-Ljbffr
Created: 2025-03-01