Product Engineer at Taco, Inc.
Cranston, Rhode Island, United StatesFull-timeProduct EngineeringPosted 13 days ago
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<div class="content-intro"><p>As a family-owned and operated company, we feel a special obligation to the employees who comprise our Taco family. We are committed to offering employees access to the tools necessary to live long and productive lives. We strive to instill in all of our employees:</p>
<ul>
<li>A positive mental attitude that helps us to be a leader in the industry</li>
<li>A commitment to building strong relationships, both inside and outside the organization</li>
<li>A desire to learn, grow, and contribute to moving our strategy forward</li>
<li>A need to create and to innovate</li>
</ul></div><p><span style="color: #007635;"><strong>Employment Type: </strong><span style="color: #000000;">Regular Full-Time</span></span></p>
<p><span style="color: #007635;"><strong>Shift: </strong><span style="color: #000000;">1st Shift</span></span></p>
<p><span style="color: #007635;"><span style="color: #000000;"><span style="color: #007635;"><strong>Work Status:</strong></span> Hybrid</span></span></p>
<p><span style="color: #007635;"><strong>Position Summary: </strong></span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">The Product Engineer designs, develops and verifies new and existing products and platforms. They construct models and build prototypes, calculate and analyze test results, and prepare detailed reports with recommendations and conclusions. They develop and maintain technical expertise on advances and innovations in research and science. The Product Engineer also collaborates with other departments, such as manufacturing, quality, production and purchasing to ensure product design meets company goals. </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">Measures of success:</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559737":432}"> </span></p>
<ul>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Accurate determination and documentation of functional requirements for mechanical components and assemblies</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Effectively designed and documented mechanical components that meet requirements, including internal and regulatory standards</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Effective troubleshooting and resolution of mechanical problems in projects, production or service</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Organized and well-planned work with on time completion of deliverables</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
</ul>
<p><span style="color: #007635;"><strong>Responsibilities: </strong></span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto">Responsibilities include but are not limited to:</span><span data-ccp-props="{"335559737":432}"> </span></p>
<ul>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Design, develop, and validate new and existing products and platforms.</span><span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="-" data-font="Calibri" data-listid="19" data-list-defn-props="{"335551671":5,"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Calibri","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"-","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="10" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto">Construct models and build prototypes; calculate and analyze test results and prepare detailed reports with recommendations and conclusions.</span></li>
<li data-leveltext="-" data-font="Calibri" data-listid="19" data-list-defn-props="{"335551671":5,"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Calibri","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"-","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="10" data-aria-level="1">Perform basic and advanced engineering calculations to support design decisions and product specifications.</li>
<li data-leveltext="-" data-font="Calibri" data-listid="19" data-list-defn-props="{"335551671":5,"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Calibri","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"-","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="10" data-aria-level="1">Prepare comprehensive documentation including design processes, assembly instructions, product specifications, test plans and project findings. <span data-ccp-props="{}"> \</span></li>
<li data-leveltext="-" data-font="Calibri" data-listid="19" data-list-defn-props="{"335551671":5,"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Calibri","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"-","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="10" data-aria-level="1">Ensure products comply with relevant industry and safety standards.</li>
<li data-leveltext="-" data-font="Calibri" data-listid="19" data-list-defn-props="{"335551671":5,"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Calibri","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"-","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="10" data-aria-level="1">Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical problems in projects, production, or service.</li>
<li data-leveltext="-" data-font="Calibri" data-listid="19" data-list-defn-props="{"335551671":5,"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Calibri","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"-","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="10" data-aria-level="1">Provide technical support including material selection, mechanical design and analysis, tolerances, and testing.</li>
<li data-leveltext="-" data-font="Calibri" data-listid="19" data-list-defn-props="{"335551671":5,"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Calibri","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"-","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="10" data-aria-level="1">Create and manage engineering change orders (ECO), temporary change notices (TCN), and oversee the disposition of First Article Inspections (FAI) and Material Defect Reports (MDR).</li>
<li data-leveltext="-" data-font="Calibri" data-listid="19" data-list-defn-props="{"335551671":5,"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Calibri","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"-","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="10" data-aria-level="1">Conduct Design Failure Mode Effects Analysis (DFMEA) and Design for Manufacturing (DFM) to identify quality and reliability issues prior to production and ensure products meet cost targets and regulatory standards.</li>
<li data-leveltext="-" data-font="Calibri" data-listid="19" data-list-defn-props="{"335551671":5,"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Calibri","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"-","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="10" data-aria-level="1">Work closely with manufacturing, quality, and production teams to ensure designs are manufacturable and align with company quality standards.</li>
<li data-leveltext="-" data-font="Calibri" data-listid="19" data-list-defn-props="{"335551671":5,"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Calibri","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"-","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="10" data-aria-level="1">Write engineering standards to improve designs, troubleshooting, and assembly procedures.</li>
<li data-leveltext="-" data-font="Calibri" data-listid="19" data-list-defn-props="{"335551671":5,"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Calibri","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"-","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="10" data-aria-level="1">Participate in quality investigations as assigned to identify root cause, develop solutions, and issue formal recommendations.</li>
<li data-leveltext="-" data-font="Calibri" data-listid="19" data-list-defn-props="{"335551671":5,"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Calibri","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"-","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="10" data-aria-level="1">Drive new product designs and product modifications from initial design through production using effective use of Computer Aided Design tools like Statistical, Motion, Finite Element Analysis.</li>
<li data-leveltext="-" data-font="Calibri" data-listid="19" data-list-defn-props="{"335551671":5,"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Calibri","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"-","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="10" data-aria-level="1">Lead technical design reviews of components and systems.</li>
<li data-leveltext="-" data-font="Calibri" data-listid="19" data-list-defn-props="{"335551671":5,"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Calibri","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"-","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="10" data-aria-level="1">Assist other departments in the preparation of manuals and sales literature on assigned projects; analyze historical and current designs to meet customer specifications.</li>
<li data-leveltext="-" data-font="Calibri" data-listid="19" data-list-defn-props="{"335551671":5,"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Calibri","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"-","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="10" data-aria-level="1">Coordinate with suppliers to ensure materials and components meet required specifications and quality standards.</li>
<li data-leveltext="-" data-font="Calibri" data-listid="19" data-list-defn-props="{"335551671":5,"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Calibri","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"-","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="10" data-aria-level="1">Provide engineering support throughout the production process to resolve design-related issues and improve product performance.</li>
<li data-leveltext="-" data-font="Calibri" data-listid="19" data-list-defn-props="{"335551671":5,"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Calibri","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"-","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="10" data-aria-level="1">Stay updated on industry trends and technologies, attend conferences to enhance knowledge and professional skills.</li>
<li data-leveltext="-" data-font="Calibri" data-listid="19" data-list-defn-props="{"335551671":5,"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Calibri","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"-","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="10" data-aria-level="1">Perform additional tasks as assigned by manager.<span data-ccp-props="{}"> </span></li>
</ul>
<p><strong style="color: rgb(0, 118, 53);">Qualifications</strong></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">Required:</span></span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></p>
<ul>
<li><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">; </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">Master's</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing"> degree preferred</span></span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li data-leveltext="-" data-font="Calibri" data-listid="24" data-list-defn-props="{"134224900":false,"335551671":0,"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Calibri","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"-","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">7+ years of </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">related engineering </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">experience </span></span></li>
<li data-leveltext="-" data-font="Calibri" data-listid="24" data-list-defn-props="{"134224900":false,"335551671":0,"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Calibri","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"-","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">P</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">roficien</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">t</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing"> in C</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">omputer Aided Design (C</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">AD</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">), Computer Aided Engineering (</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">CAE</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">), Finite Element Analysis (</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">FEA</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">)</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing"> tools (SolidWorks preferred), tolerance </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">analysis</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing"> and</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing"> G</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">eometric </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">D</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">imensioning and </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">T</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">olerancing (GD&T)</span></li>
<li data-leveltext="-" data-font="Calibri" data-listid="24" data-list-defn-props="{"134224900":false,"335551671":0,"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Calibri","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"-","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">;</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing"> capable of conducting detailed analysis to address design challenges</span></li>
<li data-leveltext="-" data-font="Calibri" data-listid="24" data-list-defn-props="{"134224900":false,"335551671":0,"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Calibri","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"-","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey technical concepts and solutions to a broad audience</span></li>
<li data-leveltext="-" data-font="Calibri" data-listid="24" data-list-defn-props="{"134224900":false,"335551671":0,"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Calibri","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"-","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment</span></li>
<li data-leveltext="-" data-font="Calibri" data-listid="24" data-list-defn-props="{"134224900":false,"335551671":0,"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Calibri","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"-","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">Minimal travel as need to support projects, </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">training</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing"> or conferences</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
</ul>
<p><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559685":720,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span><strong style="color: rgb(0, 118, 53);">Work Environment</strong></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">This position works primarily in an office environment using computer</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">s</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing"> and technology</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">. </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">Verbal and auditory capability are </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">required</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">. </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">Occasional exposure in production </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">plant</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing"> where large equipment and noise are prevalent</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">. </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">Safety gear is </span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">required</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing"> in these areas.</span><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing"> </span></span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">This position may work from home up to 2X/week if performance is in good standing.</span></span></p>
<p><span data-contrast="auto"><span data-ccp-parastyle="No Spacing">This position has no direct reports.</span></span></p><div class="content-conclusion"><p><span style="color: #007635;"><strong>Benefits</strong></span></p>
<p>With nearly 1,000 people working at Taco worldwide, each with their own story, you will discover a sense of community and diverse, intelligent colleagues who help us innovate, create and explore.</p>
<p>Taco employees benefit from a company that:</p>
<ul>
<li>Provides competitive salaries and benefits</li>
<li>Offers tuition reimbursement, career development, and on-site training programs in our learning center</li>
<li>Believes in sharing profits with its employees</li>
<li>Is mindful about family, health and well-being</li>
<li>Fosters conditions that allow people and communities to reach their full potential</li>
<li>Embraces and celebrates diversity</li>
</ul>
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