Project Engineer III

A Career at Rheem: Where Comfort Is Your Calling

At Rheem, we are dedicated to bringing comfort to people's lives. As a leading global manufacturer of heating, cooling and water heating equipment, we are innovating all-new ways to deliver just the right temperature while saving energy, water and supporting a more sustainable future. It is an exciting challenge that requires a team of talented, passionate people with a diverse set of skills. From engineers to accountants, sales professionals to support experts, Rheem depends on people to power our innovations. Join Rheem, and help shape the future of products that impact lives-every day.

The Project Engineer III - Sustaining is responsible for managing all aspects of project assignments using the Product Development Process (PDP) as a guide to achieve project objectives for sustaining engineering product development projects. Responsible for product maintenance, cost improvement, quality improvement and similar projects. Directs and coordinates a project team in the planning, organization, implementation, and completion of engineering project assignments.

T his position will serve our Air Division, located in Fort Smith, Arkansas.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Responsible for design and the full product-life cycle.
• Reviews project plans, proposals, and objectives.
• Creates, evaluates, and approves design changes, specifications, and drawing releases.
• Designs and conducts tests to determine project progress.
• Acts as liaison with department contacts to gain input and effectively communicates project status.
• Provides detailed test programs and guidance to assigned lab and design personnel in the conductance and documentation of product specific test standards. Evaluates data and makes recommendations.
• Reviews product design for compliance with engineering principles, company standards, and customer contract requirements, and related specifications.
• Complies with state and federal regulations and ensures a clean and safe environment.
• Maintain thorough knowledge of latest manufacturing technologies, techniques, and practices.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

WHAT YOU NEED:

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or related field

• 5+ years' experience in hands-on product design/testing/service of engineered products

• Excellent communication skills, written and verbal, with attention to detail and accuracy.

• Proficient computer skills and in-depth knowledge of relevant software such as MS Office Suite.

• Demonstrated ability to work well with others in a matrix team environment.

• Must have good mathematical and electro-mechanical skills.

• Aptitude for creativity

• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles, six sigma, Design for Manufacturability and Assembly (DFMA), AutoCAD, Pro-E, PLC's and controls.

HOW TO STAND OUT:

• Master's Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or related field

• Experience with thermodynamics and/or heat transfer philosophies

• Experience in hands-on product design/testing/service of HVAC, refrigeration and/or electric or gas products such as appliances

• Experience with Pro-E

• Experience dealing with UL, CSA, and European compliance standards

Rheem is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Rheem encourages all qualified candidates to apply, including those of any race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. The job description above has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Equivalent combination of education, experience, and skills may supplement above minimum job requirements.

For U.S. Based jobs, please note that Rheem is unable to hire candidates to be employed in the following states: Alaska, Hawaii, Idaho, Louisiana, Mississippi, Montana, New Mexico, North Dakota, South Dakota, Vermont, West Virginia, or Wyoming.

Rheem and its subsidiaries do not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of an executed Recruitment Services Agreement, there will be no obligation to any referral compensation or recruiter fee.
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