Locations: Houston (IB3)
Business Units: CESBG
Job Classification: Exempt
Summary
The Product Engineer acts as the key technical interface between customers and the Product & Process Engineering (PCE) team. This role is responsible for managing the full product lifecycle from RFQ to end-of-life while ensuring successful manufacturing execution, product quality, and customer satisfaction. The role also serves as a subject matter expert (SME) on the production floor, working directly with Manufacturing Technicians to support operations, resolve technical issues, and ensure adherence to defined standards and processes.
Key Responsibilities
• Act as primary technical liaison for assigned customers.
• Translate customer requirements into engineering and manufacturing specifications.
• Ensure timely resolution of technical issues and clear communication across teams.
• Provide hands-on technical support to Manufacturing Technicians on the production floor.
• Troubleshoot production issues and support root cause analysis.
• Develop, maintain, and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Train and support technicians on SOP adherence.
• Drive process standardization and continuous improvement.
• Manage Engineering Change Notices (ECNs) during production.
• Support product introduction, ramp-up, and phase-out activities.
• Analyze RFQs, drawings, BOMs, and specifications.
• Maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs) and Approved Vendor Lists (AVLs) in SAP.
• Ensure BOM accuracy, version control, and ECN updates in SAP
• Support data integrity for manufacturing and supply chain operations.
• Lead New Product Introduction (NPI) and Production Validation Testing (PVT).
• Coordinate cross-functional teams (engineering, quality, manufacturing, supply chain).
Basic Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Electronics, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering
• Experience with SMT, PCB assembly, or high-volume manufacturing
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills
• Flexible and able to support production environment needs
Preferred Qualifications
• 3+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering (electronics preferred)
• Experience with SAP (BOM management preferred)
Education and Experience
• Bachelor's degree in Electronics, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering
Why Join Us
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Basic life insurance and short-term disability coverage provided by employer.
• Supplemental life insurance and long-term disability coverage options available.
• 401K with employer contribution.
• Personal, Vacation, and Holiday paid time off for all full-time employees.
