Hybrid Product Engineer

at DISHER

• Job title: Product Engineer
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Mid level, Senior
• Salary: Not specified
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Grand Rapids, United States

About the role

• Product/Application Engineer shaping hydronic product designs in a growing company. Collaborating on technical expertise and enhancing product performance in the marketplace.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop products that meet market objectives in collaboration with sales and manufacturing teams.
• Create and maintain detailed technical documentation, including bills of material, product drawings, application notes, and industry trend information.
• Ensure all products and installations comply with applicable industry standards, building codes, and safety regulations.
• Develop, manage, and track project timelines to ensure projects are completed on schedule and within budget.
• Conduct product testing and failure investigations to identify, diagnose, and resolve product issues.
• Source required components, verifying that they meet technical specifications and cost targets to support profitability.
• Oversee manufacturing operations to ensure proper product documentation is followed and products meet customer quality standards.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives across the product lifecycle to maintain and enhance product competitiveness.
• Support the sales team by performing application analyses for customer requirements and preparing technical proposals.
• Travel as needed to supplier and customer sites to provide technical support, troubleshoot issues, and deliver presentations.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or a related technical discipline.
• A minimum of three to five years of experience in product or application engineering, preferrably within an HVAC or plumbing company.
• Experience with hydronic systems is highly preferred.
• Strong understanding of thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and heat transfer principles.
• Proficient in CAD software such as AutoCAD and SolidWorks for designing and creating technical drawings.
• Familiarity with testing equipment, diagnostic tools, and relevant software used for performance analysis.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively interface with customers.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, manage multiple projects, prioritize tasks, and collaborate successfully within a team environment.