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Gates Corporation · 1 day ago

Sr. Product Development Engineer - Global Mobility Bike & Fitness

Gates Corporation is a leading manufacturer of application-specific fluid power and power transmission solutions. They are seeking a Senior Product Development Engineer to support the development of belt drive systems for Bikes and Fitness equipment, focusing on designing and engineering new products and technologies.

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Responsibilities

Design and engineer new products and technologies to support the strategic plan in accordance with best practices
3D design and GD&T drawings of complex parts and assemblies
Work with application, process, and manufacturing experts and suppliers in development of new products to meet performance targets
Work with material and process experts and suppliers in development of new designs to meet timing and performance targets
Work with operators and production personnel to develop samples and document new processes
Support continuous product and process improvements (sustaining engineering)
Collaborate with Engineering Program Managers on product updates and ensure all changes are well-documented and efficiently implemented
Proactively communicate (both verbally and written) key developments and updates on new projects/products to program management

Qualification

Mechanical designSolidWorksGeometric dimensioning & tolerancing (GD&T)Product Data Management (PDM)Design for Manufacturability (DFM)Finite element analysisPrototypingProject managementInterpersonal skillsLeadership skillsCreative thinkingCritical thinking

Required

8-13+ years of progressive and comprehensive product development experience
Bachelor's Degree in technical field required (mechanical engineering, etc.)
Experience in mechanical design (preferably in related products). SolidWorks fluency desirable
Experience in hands-on prototyping
Experience with Product Data Management (PDM) systems
Demonstrated ability in metal, plastic, or composite part design including material selection
Experience in Design for Manufacturability (DFM), statistical tolerance analysis techniques, functional dimensioning, and geometric tolerancing (GD&T), with focus on high volume manufacturing
Experience working with overseas manufacturers a plus
Experience with technical graphical communication of concepts, ideas, and solutions
High level interpersonal and leadership skills; must be able to influence and collaborate across multiple levels within the company, at various locations, and with suppliers
Experience with automotive or aerospace industry quality standards and manufacturing methods; TS16949, AS9100, ISO9000, etc
Highest values on safety in personal work practices and consideration in design of processes and equipment
Passion for Motorcycles, Powersports, Scooters, Bicycles, and Fitness applications desired
Superior attention to detail with and ability to manage complex projects and detailed planning
Passion for making great products
An understanding of how things are made
This position demands technical strengths in many areas, including design, simulation, prototyping, and manufacturing
Demonstrated experience with finite element analysis methods
Demonstrated experience with geometric dimensioning & tolerancing (GD&T)
Solid project management skills
Self-motivated and proactive with demonstrated creative and critical thinking capabilities
Highest values on safety in personal work practices and consideration in design of processes and equipment
A preference to hands on work style

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance and other voluntary benefit options: benefits begin on the first day of the month immediately following your date of hire
Eligible for 3 weeks of paid vacation + 11 holidays (9 scheduled & 2 floating) + 8 sick days. All vacation days are accrued
401(k): 3% company contribution and additional 3% company match
Tuition Reimbursement

Company

Gates Corporation

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We are a leading manufacturer of application-specific fluid power and power transmission solutions.

H1B Sponsorship

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Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Brooks Mallard
Executive Vice President, CFO
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Heather Celeste
Regional CFO, Americas
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