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Southwire Specialist, Engineering - Product Development - Engineering in Youngsville, North Carolina
Specialist, Engineering - Product Development - Engineering
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Date: Apr 22, 2024
Location: Youngsville, NC, US, 27596
Company: Southwire Company LLC
A leader in technology and innovation, Southwire Company, LLC is one of North America’s largest wire and cable producers. Southwire and its subsidiaries manufacture building wire and cable, metal-clad cable, portable and electronic cord products, OEM wire products and engineered products. In addition, Southwire supplies assembled products, contractor equipment and hand tools. We are proud to offer competitive compensation, employee benefits, tuition reimbursement, and unlimited growth opportunities. Our nearly seven decades of progressive growth can be attributed to our determination to developing innovative systems and solutions, exercising environmental stewardship and enhancing the wellbeing of our communities. How will you power what’s possible?
Location: Youngsville, NC
Southwire Job Description
The primary function or overall purpose of this position.
• The MOL Product Engineer plays a crucial role in ensuring the accuracy, completeness, and accessibility of engineering design documentation for specific product lines within the manufacturing site.
Key Responsibilities:
• Design and Engineering:
o Develop detailed mechanical drawings, electrical diagrams and engineering specifications for legacy products not properly documented.
o Utilize CAD software (SolidWorks or AutoCAD) and other engineering tools to create 2D and 3D drawings, schematics, and prototypes.
o Create, execute, track, and complete Engineering Changes (Engineering Change Requests ECRs, Engineering Change Orders ECOs, and Engineering Change Notifications ECNs) in accordance with established procedures.
• Document Management:
o Oversee and maintain all engineering design documents related to assigned product lines, ensuring they are up-to-date, accurate, and comply with industry standards and regulations.
o Organize, catalog, and manage the document repository, employing version control and revision tracking systems to ensure traceability and accessibility.
• Collaboration and Communication:
o Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including design engineers, manufacturing personnel, quality assurance, sourcing and other stakeholders to ensure alignment and accuracy of documentation.
o Communicate changes, updates, and revisions effectively across teams, ensuring comprehension and implementation of new specifications or modifications.
• Quality Assurance:
o Conduct regular reviews and audits of engineering design documentation to identify discrepancies, inconsistencies, or areas for improvement.
o Implement corrective actions and quality control measures to enhance accuracy and reliability of documentation.
o Troubleshoot and resolve engineering challenges and issues that may arise during the manufacturing process, working collaboratively to find innovative solutions.
• Process Improvement:
o Identify opportunities to streamline documentation processes, introducing efficiencies while maintaining compliance with standards and regulations.
o Work on continuous improvement initiatives to enhance the documentation maintenance workflow and overall productivity.
• Regulatory Compliance:
o Ensure that all documentation adheres to relevant industry standards, regulatory requirements, and internal policies.
• Cost Out and VA/VE:
o Work on VA/VE projects to remove cost from product designs.
o Collaborate with cross-functional teams in identifying cost savings opportunities and execute them.
• Training and Support:
o Provide training and support to team members on document management systems and best practices, ensuring a consistent understanding of documentation protocols.
Short Description
Bachelors Degree required-Mechanical Engineering
Competencies
Nimble Learning
Customer Focus
Plans and Aligns
Collaborates
Balances Stakeholders
Action Oriented
Benefits We Offer:
401k with Matching
Family and Individual Insurance Packages (Health, Life, Dental, and Vision)
Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
Long & Short-Term Disability
Supplemental Insurance Plans
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Referral Program
Tuition Reimbursement Programs
Advancement & Professional Growth opportunities
Parental Leave
& More
Southwire is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Nearest Major Market: Raleigh
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