Job Description
JOB TITLE: PRODUCT ENGINEER
DEPARTMENT: DEVELOPMENT ENGINEERING
REPORT TO: MANAGER, DEVELOPMENT ENGINEERING
Come join the TOTO USA Family!
The bathroom is where we start and end our days - it's an everyday luxury we'd never want to do without. TOTO believes that people should have the greatest comfort, convenience and performance design possible in the bathroom. Improving people's lives is what inspires every TOTO innovation.
TOTO is one of the world's largest plumbing products manufacturers. We offer a complete line of residential and commercial plumbing fixtures and fittings, faucets, accessories, shower and flush valves, as well as lavatories, toilets, air baths and urinals. More than 1,500 TOTO engineers and their colleagues are committed to achieving the seamless integration of performance, conservation, technology, and innovation.
Perks of the job,
Excellent benefit package which includes medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
Paid vacation, Paid Holiday & 401K, Company match after (1) one year that vests immediately upon participation
Collaborative, dynamic work environment within a fast-paced awesome company
SUMMARY:
Facilitate the development and/or modification of plumbing products from conceptual design through product life cycle. Monitors vendors and progress toward meeting delivery objectives.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Design and/or develop new products that integrate market research and industry trends, while adhering to applicable codes, standards and cost targets, for global and domestic products
Review designs for ease of assembly and manufacturability and suggest improvements
Evaluate and test prototypes and/or first article samples to ensure quality and performance of finished products. Suggest modifications as necessary
Facilitate engineering changes to existing products, as needed, to: address market needs, enhance quality and/or improve cost
Prepare, review and utilize technical drawings made to existing drafting standards
Assist quality and manufacturing teams to resolve inspection and/or production issues
Manage production part approval process (PPAP)
Identify and evaluate potential new vendors
Coordinate with approved suppliers regarding manufacturing and delivery of components and/or finished goods
Create and maintain Bill of Materials (BOM) for new and existing products
Compile and present development progress and details according to prescribed Design Review process
Conduct competitive research to monitor industry trends
Assist in the creation of product support materials such as: packaging, installation/owner manuals, spare part sheets, and specification sheets
Work in accordance with both ISO and TOTO USA, INC. policies and procedures
Complete projects in an effective and efficient manner
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:
This job has no supervisory responsibilities
QUALIFICATIONS:
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, preferably Mechanical or Ceramic.
Three (3) years or more of experience is preferred.
Experience with a 3D CAD package, preferably SolidWorks and / or AutoCAD is a plus.
Basic working knowledge of manufacturing processes including machining, casting and forging.
Regardless of position or title, all TOTO employees are expected to provide the highest level of customer service and kindness for the organization. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.
TOTO USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
TOTO USA provides reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws. We are committed to maintaining a drug-free workplace.