Product Design Engineer
Reports To: Engineering Manager
Location: Culloden, West Virginia; Houston, Texas; Phoenix, Arizona
General Summary
The Product Design Engineer is responsible for product specifications, technical customer support, and product design and development. This individual will interpret customer requirements, evaluate product capabilities, maintain technical documentation, and ensure products meet applicable industry standards and specifications. The role works closely with internal teams, customers, and external engineering partners to support product improvements and identify new opportunities.
Duties/Responsibilities
- Interpret customer and OEM specifications, identify applicable standards, and determine product compliance with technical requirements.
- Serve as a technical resource for internal teams, customers, and external specifying engineers regarding product capabilities and applications.
- Maintain and update product specifications, technical documentation, and product attributes.
- Support product design, development, and improvement initiatives based on customer and market needs.
- Collaborate with Engineering, Sales, Quality, and Manufacturing teams to address technical requirements and product performance.
- Review manufacturing processes and production parameters to ensure products meet established specifications and quality standards.
- Support process improvement initiatives focused on cost savings, efficiency, and product quality.
- Research industry standards, customer requirements, and new market opportunities.
- Prepare technical documentation, product updates, and reports as needed.
- Ensure compliance with applicable industry codes, standards, and regulations.
Skills/Abilities
- Strong understanding of electrical engineering principles, product specifications, and technical documentation.
- Ability to interpret technical drawings, customer specifications, and industry standards.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Effective analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and respond to technical inquiries in a timely manner.
- Ability to collaborate across departments and communicate technical information to both technical and nontechnical audiences.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and related technical software.
- Familiarity with ETAP, electrical circuit design, UL, ASTM, ICEA, and NFPA standards is a plus.
Education and Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or Physics required; a related engineering degree may be considered.
- Three (3) years of experience in product design, specification engineering, electrical engineering, or a related field preferred.
- Industrial or manufacturing experience required.
- Experience with product specifications, technical documentation, or manufacturing processes preferred.
- Wire and cable or broader electrical industry experience is a plus.
Physical Requirements
- Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
Travel Requirements
- Approximately 20%–25% travel.
