Product Design Engineer job in Redding, CA at Trimble

Company: Trimble, Inc.
Location: Redding
Posted on: February 16, 2020

Job Description:

Title: Product Design Engineer Location: Redding, CA Department: SECO/Accessories Reports to: Business Area Director Trimble is seeking an innovative and customer focused Product Design Engineer in the Civil Engineering & Construction division to fill an opportunity in Redding, CA as part of the SECO brand. SECO Manufacturing Co. is Trimble's flagship accessories brand with a worldwide reputation for designing and manufacturing cutting edge tools and accessories for surveying, construction, utilities and other industries that use GPS/GNSS technology. SECO is based in Redding, CA, with facilities in Tecate, CA, Mexico and Hungary. Key Responsibilities Stay centered on a clear definition of our customers and their needs and use this to guide product decisions. Drive innovation through the design and engineering of new products and product enhancements from concept to mass manufacturing delivering on our long-term strategy to integrate technology into construction, surveying and safety accessories. Serve as a subject matter expert to fellow Trimble brands in the design and manufacturing of accessories. Provide strong technical expertise and leadership to an international engineering team located in the United States, Mexico and Hungary. Define and implement engineering processes and systems that support operational excellence, continuous improvement and innovation driven by long-term vision. Partner with stakeholders to ensure product decisions align with the company's strategic and operational goals and that needs are prioritized appropriately. Lead design reviews, including Design for Profit, Manufacturability, Design for Test (including Manufacturing Test Strategy), Design for Assembly, Design for Supply Chain, Design for Logistics, and Design for Reliability. Recommends production process improvements such as, efficiency, cycle time, downtime, yield, resource utilization, ergonomic and cost reduction opportunities.Required Skills Education & ExperienceThe ideal candidate thrives in ambiguity, is a change agent and enjoys driving innovation. This person has a strong understanding of our customers and uses this information to design and engineer incredible products that disrupt the market. 3+ years of related experience. Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Product Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field. Master's preferred. 3+ years of experience in mechanical and manufacturing engineering. 2+ years of experience in manufacturing/test environment. Three years preferred. General technical background in electronics and mechanical manufacturing methods. Working knowledge of integrating Wireless and/or GPS technology into products and and test environments. Working knowledge of Design for Manufacturability, Design for Test (including Manufacturing Test Strategy), Design for Assembly, Design for Supply Chain, Design for Logistics, and Design for Reliability. Working knowledge of managing sub-contract manufacturing and ODMs preferred. Basic understanding of general manufacturing processes and systems (inventory control, scheduling, new model/SKU development, and quality). Must be able to travel domestically and internationally. Proficient in SolidWorks. About Us Our Company Trimble is transforming the way the world works by delivering products and services that connect the physical and digital worlds. Core technologies in positioning, modeling, connectivity and data analytics enable customers to improve productivity, quality, safety, and sustainability. From purpose-built products to enterprise lifecycle solutions, Trimble software, hardware, and services are transforming a broad range of industries such as agriculture, construction, geospatial and transportation, and logistics. For more information about Trimble (NASDAQ: TRMB), visit www.trimble.com Redding, CA is situated in an area well known for outdoor recreation including hiking, biking, boating, fishing, and snow sports. We are surrounded by National Parks, the second-largest reservoir in CA, and plenty of mountains, lakes and streams. Our area offers a nice balance of small city life nestled in a rural recreational setting.Trimble is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, gender, age, color, religion, national origin, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws, or any other protected factor. EOE/M/F/V/D #engineering - provided by Dice

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