Sustaining Engineer
Description
Fluidra is looking for a Sustaining Engineer to join our team in Portland, TN.
WHAT YOU WILL CONTRIBUTE
Plans, directs, and coordinates manufacturing processes and supports the engineering function by analyzing designs for manufacturing and assembly. Performs cost estimating, prepares bill of materials and plans and justifies capital equipment. Will also test and evaluate existing products for design and manufacturing improvements. Additionally, you will:
- Develops conceptual and detailed tool and equipment designs to meet product specifications. Investigates design factors such as function, materials, performance, and cost. Prepares project plans to ensure projects meet cost and schedule goals. Reviews product designs using analytical and investigative methods to ensure product requirements and specifications are met.
- Prepares quoting documentation (CAD drawings and cost quotes) for various production lines.
- Documents manufacturing processes. Creates and manages manufacturing work instructions.
- Creates 3D models and related 2D CAD drawings for engineering and manufacturing. Reviews and corrects drawings to ensure clarity, completeness, and conformity to standards and procedures.
- Confers with planning and design staff concerning product design and tooling to ensure efficient production methods.
- Analyzes and plans workspace requirements and workflow, designs layout of equipment and workspace for maximum efficiency.
- Confers with management, engineering, and other staff regarding manufacturing capabilities, production schedules, and other considerations to facilitate production processes.
- Confers with suppliers to determine product specifications and arrange for purchase of equipment, materials, or parts, and evaluates products according to specifications and quality standards.
- Designs and performs product testing and analysis as needed.
- Performs quality assurance functions as needed to ensure high levels of quality in manufacturing.
- Reviews, writes, and edits reports, assembly and user instructions, including evaluation plans, test results, technical manuals, etc. and provide recommendations conclusions, to engineering staff and customers.
- Utilize ERP system to create/maintain part numbers and bills of materials.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
WHAT WE SEEK
- 5+ years of engineering work experience.
- Experience on value improvement of consumer products.
- Proficient in Microsoft programs (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), E-mail, and ERP systems.
- Proficient mechanical design skills using CAD software (SolidWorks and AutoDesk)
- 3D design capability is a must.
- Ability to work independently and as a team member.
- Good verbal and written communication skills.
- Proven track record of accomplished projects with increasing responsibilities and results demonstrated.
- Experience working with engineering and manufacturing teams
EDUCATION
Bachelor’s degree (B. S.) from four-year college or university in engineering
WHAT WE OFFER
An exciting opportunity to dive in and begin your career with a company that offers a competitive total rewards package that includes:
- Full range of health benefits including medical, dental & vision, short & long-term disability
- 401(K) matching (100% of first 3% contributed, 50% of the next 2%)
- Health and wellness programs / gym reimbursement
- Educational assistance up to $7,000 per year
- Company sponsored FUN events!
- Generous product discounts
WHO WE ARE
Fluidra is a publicly listed company focused on developing innovative products, services and IoT solutions for the residential, commercial and wellness pool markets, globally. The company operates in over 45 countries, has over 7,000 employees and owns a portfolio of some of the industry’s most recognized and trusted brands: Polaris®, Jandy®, CMP®, S.R. Smith®, and Zodiac®. We also sell products under the Cover‐Pools®, iAquaLink®, Grand Effects®, Del® and Nature2® names. With these combined resources we’re able accelerate innovation in critical areas like energy-efficiency, robotics and the Internet of Things.
Our focus is on creating the perfect pool and wellness experience responsibly. We take our mission to heart, and our employees embody these guiding principles in everything we do: passion for success, honesty & trust, customer collaboration, teamwork and inclusion, learn and adapt, excellence and innovation.
Don't meet every single requirement listed? At Fluidra, we thrive on building an inclusive workspace, so if you are excited about this role and your past experience doesn't align perfectly, we encourage you to apply anyways! You may be just the right candidate for this role or another role in the organization. Fluidra is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. Fluidra recruits, employs, trains, compensates and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, veteran status, or any legally protected characteristic.
For a deeper dive into our corporate culture, click here.
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