Location
Sterling, IL | United States
Job description
WAHL EMPOWERS PEOPLE TO BE THEIR BEST!
Wahl Clipper Corporation, a global manufacturer of branded Consumer and Professional products, has an exciting opportunity for a Design Engineer on our New Product Development Team at our Global Headquarters in Sterling, Illinois.
The Design Engineer supports new product development projects from conception through production. This position serves as the technical lead to perform the design processes of developing, analyzing, testing, and troubleshooting designs.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Serves as the technical design engineer for new or existing component and assembly design for new products from conception to production. This requires a solid understanding of design tools and methods.
- Tests and analyzes prototypes and reviews existing products or processes to promote productivity and make necessary recommendations.
- Utilizes mechanical aptitude and engineering problem solving skills to resolve component and electro-mechanical assembly problems.
- Assists in developing verification and validation of components and products.
- Creates technical documentation and presentation materials for project management, supervisors, and clients as needed.
- Participates in market research as needed and applies end-user feedback to designs and specifications.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
- Bachelor's degree in related engineering field required, Mechanical Engineering preferred. Associates degree in Engineering Technology with 3 to 5 years of product design experience also acceptable.
- Experience in designing precision parts such as plastic injection mold parts, metal stampings, and machined parts a plus.
- 3-D modeling experience is preferred (Siemens NX preferred)
- Creative problem-solving ability and high mechanical aptitude.
- Experience with cutting elements a plus.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Appreciation and respect for the diversity of individuals in the workplace along with the ability to model the Company's values of respect for people, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
Why Wahl?
We are proud to celebrate over 100 years as the standard for grooming products used by barbers and hairdressers all over the world. Professionals and home users have relied on our innovative clippers, trimmers and personal care products for an entire century.
Today, the fourth generation of the Wahl Family remains deeply rooted in the daily operations and management of the organization. Living beyond the footsteps of their great-grandfather, the family continues to ensure that everything that Wahl produces aligns with the same core family values.
When you work at Wahl, you join a community that is proud of its heritage of excellence and ground-breaking innovations and a company that focuses on creating value for the customer and long-term growth.
- BCBSIL Medical coverage offered as low as $14 per week
- In & Out-of-network BCBSIL Dental coverage, with orthodontics for as low as $6 per week
- In & Out-of-network BCBSIL by EyeMed, Vision coverage, $3 per week for family coverage
- Free onsite clinic featuring a Nurse Practitioner, a Physical Therapist, and free lab services
- Employer funded health savings account -up to $2000!
- Biometric testing with wellness credits
- 401(k) and Roth 401(k) with generous company match
- Profit Sharing
- Tuition Reimbursement program - up to $10,000 per calendar year
- Scholarship Program
- Daycare discounts
- Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with legal consultative services and discounts
- Company paid Life Insurance
- Company paid Short-Term Disability/Long Term Disability
- 10 paid holidays per year
- Casual work environment
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Salary
$62k - $85k
