Product Engineer

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Company / Location Information A.O. Smith is a global leader applying innovative technologies and energy-efficient solutions to products manufactured and marketed worldwide. The company is one of the world's leading manufacturers of residential and commercial water heating equipment and boilers, as well as a manufacturer of water treatment products for residential and light commercial applications. A. O. Smith is headquartered in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, with approximately 12,000 employees at operations in the United States, Canada, China, India, Mexico, the Netherlands, and the United Kingdom. Primary Function The Product Engineer is responsible for sustaining and improving existing product lines while supporting new product development and manufacturing operations. This role focuses on continuous improvement, cost optimization, product quality, and maintaining accurate engineering documentation using SolidWorks. Responsibilities Product Sustaining & Lifecycle Management Lead engineering support for currently manufactured products to ensure performance, reliability, and compliance. Investigate and resolve field issues, customer complaints, and internal quality concerns. Maintain product design integrity through controlled engineering change processes (ECR/ECO). Continuous Improvement Identify and implement design improvements to enhance product performance, reliability, and manufacturability. Drive initiatives focused on reducing defects, improving durability, and simplifying designs. Collaborate cross-functionally (Quality, Manufacturing, Supply Chain) to execute improvement projects. Cost Reduction & Value Engineering Analyze product cost structures and identify opportunities for material and component cost reductions. Lead value engineering efforts, including alternative materials, supplier changes, and design simplification. Support sourcing initiatives by working with suppliers to optimize cost and performance. Product Quality Review Participate in and lead product quality reviews, including root cause analysis and corrective actions. Utilize tools such as FMEA, 8D, and statistical analysis to address quality issues. Partner with Quality Engineering to ensure compliance with internal standards and regulatory requirements. New Product Development Support Support design and development activities for new products, including prototyping, testing, and validation. Provide design-for-manufacturing (DFM) and design-for-assembly (DFA) input. Assist in transitioning new products from development to... For full info follow application link. A. O. Smith values employee excellence. In our employment practices, we will not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status, disability, or other legally protected status. We operate in a global environment and will strive to create a workplace where men and women from diverse backgrounds can thrive and achieve their fullest potential. ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online: ipc.us/t/3E2501302D70447E