We, at Leggett & Platt Inc., are searching for an Product Development Engineer to help support our Home Furniture Components business. Our Home Furniture business brings an intense focus on the customer, innovation, world-class manufacturing capabilities, and a global footprint together to create full-package solutions for the industry. We do not make furniture. We make furniture more comfortable. We need the best people on our team to support our strategy, and your work will ensure people around the world have a little more comfort in their lives.
As Product Development Engineer, you will drive the application of developed technologies, materials, and concepts to deliver new products.
So, what will you be doing as a Product Development Engineer?
* Execute product design steps following core engineering practices and discipline
* Use project plan definitions to deliver solutions for critical success factors in a cross functional project management environment
* Release design documentation to communicate product and component design requirements
* Partner with R&D resources supporting new technology development activities
* Support product prototyping processes
* Support product validation processes
* Research, investigate, and drive cutting edge thinking to pursue industry innovative products, processes, and technology
To be successful in this role, you’ll need:
* Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Science, Materials or related relevant experience will be considered.
* 3+ years of design experience in a component or product development environment
* Experience designing consumer products preferred.
* Experience applying technologies to create products consisting of multiple, integrated subsystems
* Experience with CAD tools; 3D modeling and FEA experience preferred
* Working knowledge of manufacturing processes
* Ability to apply analytical problem solving practices for solutioning design related product elements
* Ability to turn stated design requirements into designed solutions; communicated with CAD or similar tools
* Generation of analytical models, simulation, or test results
* Review created samples to ensure design requirements have been met
* Ability to support product assurance process design and execution
* Communication with sales, marketing, and product development functions at all levels
* Ability to communicate with external customers & product designers
What to Do Next
Now that you’ve had a chance to learn more about us, what are you waiting for! Apply today and allow us the opportunity to learn more about you and the value you can bring to our team. Once you apply, be sure to create a profile, and sign up for job alerts, so you can be the first to know when new opportunities become available. If you require assistance completing an application, please contact our team at careers@leggett.com
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