Project Engineer

About Ergotron:

Ergotron, Inc. is a global leader in designing ergonomic solutions that connect people and technology to enhance human performance, health and happiness. Using the Technology of Movement™, Ergotron builds products and custom solutions that help people feel a new sense of energy in healthcare, industrial and office settings, both at home and on-site.

Through its 40-year history, Ergotron has led the industry with innovative, professional-grade products and customer-focused service. The company has earned more than 200 patents and established a growing portfolio of award-winning brands including WorkFit® and CareFit™, and patented Constant Force™ and LiFeKinnex™ technologies. Ergotron is headquartered in St. Paul, Minnesota, with a presence in North America, EMEA, and Asia Pacific. For more information, please visit www.ergotron.com.

Position Summary:

• The person in this role will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing tasks required to design and prepare Custom Product Requests (CPR) for sale in ways that align with best practices and business needs. They will lead projects, from concept to production launch, with minimal oversight while engaging partners across all departments.

Position Responsibilities:

• Develops cross-functional project plans, schedules, budgets, forecasts, and associated status reporting documentation
• Evaluates engineering project requests to ensure they are viable and financially sound
• Leads design of parts and products tailored to customer requests
• Provides technical support to the engineering process by advising on technical aspects of design, manufacturing, and quality requirements
• Understands and facilitates Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA) reviews with internal and external stakeholders
• Collaborates with suppliers to review technical documentation, understand concerns that merit consideration, and conduct releases or revisions where necessary
• Reviews all documentation for data accuracy, design feasibility, intended impact, technical accuracy, regulatory compliance
• Assures designs meet the functional requirements as defined by technical specifications and pertinent regulatory standards
• Ensures projects are completed within budget and on time
• Monitors progress and performance against the project plan
• Takes action to resolve operational problems and minimize delays
• Coordinates prototyping and testing activities that verifies and validates design expectations are met
• Identifies, develops, and coordinates resources necessary to complete the project
• Conducts pricing estimates and analysis for final approval by Finance
• Documents progress on all tasks and communicates relevant details to management, Sales, Business Operations, and Customer Care
• Supports continuous process improvement and waste elimination
• Keeps abreast of new design, manufacturing, and material development practices
• Additional duties, as requested

Position Requirements (Knowledge and Experience):

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering or similar field
• PMI certification is preferred
• 5+ years relevant experience that includes a combination of:
  • Engineering experience in a fast-paced, product development environment
  • Technical project management experience
• Technical understanding of manufacturing processes including sheetmetal, welding, injection molding, extrusion, and casting
• Working knowledge of engineering practices and documentation methods including bills of material (BOM) and engineering change orders (ECO)
• Should understand the basic needs and workflows of R&D, Operations, Supply Chain, and Customer Service groups.
• Self-motivated, creative, and capable of handling and prioritizing multiple projects
• Ability to champion and model behavior reinforcing Ergotron's core values
• A track record of high achievement, meeting/exceeding goals, and driving results
• Must possess a collaborative working style that thrives in a cross-functional team environment
• Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills with an ability to actively listen
• Must have a passion for customer satisfaction and success
• Proficient with SolidWorks (or other 3D parametric modeling software)
• Proficient with Oracle (or other ERP software)
• Proficient with Microsoft Office programs including Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Ability to support a culture of equity, diversity, and inclusion in everything they do.
• Must be able to perform the physical requirements of the job as described to you for the position

Benefits:

• Being able to solve complex problems within a passion-filled environment is rewarded by a comprehensive and competitive benefits package, allowing for work and life balance.

• At Ergotron, we are committed to moving you forward with leading benefits and reward programs. Beyond a fast-paced, innovative work environment, we offer a comprehensive and competitive pay and benefits package, including but not limited to; medical, dental, vision, life, disability, tuition reimbursement, 401k with match, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• We work hard and we recharge. With five weeks of Paid Time Off (PTO), eleven paid holidays and summer hours our employees have ample time throughout the year to spend with family and friends, traveling or relaxing.
• We are proud to support our employees and their growing families by offering ten weeks of paid maternity leave, four weeks of paid paternity leave, and three days of paid grandparents leave.
• Both our newest and our most tenured employees are formally recognized. Our career milestones program ensures that our new team members feel welcome and rewards employees at five years, ten years, fifteen years and beyond.

ONE Core Values:

• Continuous Improvement - Always design a better experience.
• Customer Obsessed - Our reputation rests with our customer's experience.
• Innovation - Unearth insights to think anew.
• Integrity - Do the right thing. Treat others with respect.
• Openness - Open to ideas and feedback. Act with transparency. Trust one another.
• Ownership - Own your role and act when ownership is needed.

Ergotron is an equal opportunity at will employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, religion, color, disability, sex, sexual orientation or national origin.

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