Kohler

Staff Engineer, Current Product Development

Kohler$103K — $160K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited school
  • Minimum of 6 years of Mechanical Engineering experience
  • Experience in product design/development
  • Familiarity with 3D CAD modeling
  • Ability to travel domestically and internationally as needed

Responsibilities

  • Conduct engineering analysis to enhance product performance and manufacturability
  • Prototype concepts and test them in Kohler's test lab
  • Diagnose test failures and implement effective solutions
  • Present engineering results to project teams and management
  • Manage the product development process according to milestones
  • Prepare necessary drawings and documentation for product design
  • Coordinate development timelines across teams

Benefits

  • Day one access to applicable benefit programs with no waiting period
  • Opportunities for performance bonuses
  • Support for professional development and continuous learning
Full Job Description
Staff Engineer, Current Product Development

Work Mode: Onsite

Location:Onsite - Kohler, WI

Opportunity

As a Staff Engineer for Current Product Development, you will be updating and improving KOHLER products and collaborating with cross-functional peers to solve engineering problems.

Product Engineers will work with cross functional groups on Current Product Development projects and are expected to handle responsibilities and perform moderately complex assignments involving large and important projects, with only general direction of management personnel. The Staff Engineer will exhibit considerable project management skill, including complete planning, implementation and critique of all engineering deliverables.

Specific Responsibilities
  • Conduct engineering analysis and implementation of design modifications to improve performance, manufacturability, or cost optimization.
  • Prototype concepts and test them in Kohler's test lab.
  • Diagnose laboratory test failures, establish root causes, and implement solutions.
  • Clearly and effectively present (both written and orally) the results of their efforts to their project teams and/or management as appropriate.
  • Implement the development process to take a product into production according to established milestones.
  • Prepare drawings and documentation needed to define the product design.
  • Coordination of development timing.
  • Present and disseminate technical data to other group functions or groups as requested and needed for business decision-making. Assist in functional excellence improvement.


Skills/Requirements

  • Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited school.
  • Minimum of 6 years of Mechanical Engineering experience.
  • Related product design/development experience or equivalent proven ability and achievement in related product design.
  • Working knowledge of 3D CAD modeling is beneficial.
  • Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as needed (

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Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.

We believe in supporting you from the moment you join us, which is why Kohler offers day 1 benefits. This means you'll have access to your applicable benefit programs from your first day on the job, with no waiting period. The salary range for this position is $103,900 - $160,000. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate's experience, their education, and the work location. In addition, this position is eligible for a performance bonus/variable incentive compensation.

About Kohler

Kohler is a manufacturing company that produces a variety of products, including plumbing fixtures, furniture, and engines. The company was founded in 1873 and is headquartered in Kohler, Wisconsin. Kohler is known for its high-quality products and has been recognized with numerous awards for design and innovation. The company is family-owned and has a strong commitment to sustainability, with a goal of achieving net-zero environmental impact by 2035. Kohler has operations in more than 50 countries and employs over 30,000 people worldwide.
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Size
30,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1873

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