Sustaining Engineer

TDW

• $95K — $115K *
Tulsa, OK 74133In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electro-mechanical Engineering, or equivalent degree
  • 7+ years of experience in engineering roles focused on NPI, product support, and lifecycle management
  • Experience with electro-mechanical products and systems
  • Proficiency in 3D CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks) and PLM systems (e.g., Teamcenter)
  • Familiarity with continuous improvement methodologies like Lean and Six Sigma

Responsibilities

  • Lead the transition of new products into production and commercial deployment
  • Serve as the primary engineering owner during product launches
  • Coordinate cross-functional readiness with Manufacturing, Quality, and other departments
  • Ensure completeness of product documentation and training materials before launch
  • Monitor initial product performance and drive issue resolution
  • Own products throughout their lifecycle from design release to end-of-life
  • Implement engineering changes and improve product reliability through corrective actions

Benefits

  • Collaborative work environment
  • Opportunities for continuous professional development
  • Exposure to advanced engineering practices and technologies
  • Participation in cross-functional projects
  • Focus on product innovation and lifecycle management
Full Job Description
Key Responsibilities

Primary duties may include, but are not limited to:

New Product Introduction - NPI (40%)
  • Lead the transition of new products from development into production, field operations, and commercial deployment, ensuring a successful transfer to sustaining engineering.
  • Serve as the primary engineering owner during product launch and early commercialization phases.
  • Coordinate cross-functional readiness activities with Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, Operations, and Product Management.
  • Ensure product documentation, training materials, support procedures, and engineering deliverables are complete prior to launch.
  • Monitor product performance during initial market introduction and drive issue resolution.

Product Support & Lifecycle Management (40%)
  • Own assigned products throughout their lifecycle from design release through end-of-life.
  • Lead investigation and resolution of technical issues affecting customers, field operations, and manufacturing.
  • Lead engineering change activities, including evaluation, implementation, verification, and communication of product changes.
  • Implement engineering changes, product improvements, cost reduction initiatives, and obsolescence management plans.
  • Maintain product documentation, specifications, drawings, and bills of materials.
  • Drive corrective and preventive actions to improve product reliability, quality, manufacturability, and serviceability.

Continuous Improvement & Cross-Functional Collaboration (20%)
  • Capture and implement lessons learned from product launches, field performance, and customer feedback.
  • Facilitate knowledge transfer from New Product Development to Sustaining Engineering.
  • Collaborate with Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, Product Management, and Operations to improve product performance.
  • Participate in APQP, design reviews, risk assessments, and change management activities.
  • Perform other duties as assigned


Experience
  • Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electro-mechanical Engineering or equivalent science degree
  • 7+ years of engineering experience, including new product introduction (NPI), product support, product lifecycle management, or sustaining engineering activities.
  • Experience supporting electro-mechanical products and systems.


Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Experience leading or supporting new product introduction (NPI), product lifecycle management, and sustaining engineering activities.
  • Experience with 3D CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks) and PLM systems (e.g., Teamcenter) and engineering change management processes (ECN/ECO).
  • Ability to troubleshoot and support electro-mechanical products through collaboration with Electrical and Software Engineering teams.
  • Familiarity with electro-mechanical systems, including sensors, actuators, instrumentation, wiring assemblies, and embedded electronics.
  • Knowledge of continuous improvement methodologies, including DFM/A, Lean, Six Sigma, root cause analysis, and corrective/preventive action processes.
  • Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills with the ability to lead technical investigations and drive issue resolution.
  • Proficiency with engineering analysis tools, including GD&T, tolerance analysis, DFMEA, and machine design principles.
  • Working knowledge of manufacturing processes, including machining, welding, assembly, fabrication, and testing methods.
  • Ability to effectively collaborate across Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, Product Management, and Operations functions.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office applications.

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