Project Engineer New Product Development, Kohler Energy

Work Mode: Hybrid

Location: Hybrid at Kohler, WI 

Opportunity

A Project Engineer is a key technical contributor to the New Product Development team and is uniquely positioned to identify, lead, and drive the engineering direction of industrial generators. If you are the type of engineer who likes to get into the details of a design, but also participate in high-level strategy, this position is for you. Working in highly cross-functional teams, you will engineer and validate parts, assemblies, and systems that delight consumers. Driving speed and quality of product launches will directly contribute to business success.

Looking for someone who

• Wants to work for a rapidly growing business engineering products that help keep people alive and healthy, keep lines of communication open, keep critical data secure and many other critical functions across the world
• Is seeking flexibility in day-to-day experiences, career objectives, and long-term career opportunities
• Enjoys being part of a team and sharing innovative ideas
• Strives to work in a technically challenging and fast-paced environment
• Wants the opportunity to lead projects from concept to market and see their ideas come alive on actual products

Specific Responsibilities

• Handles responsibilities and performs projects and tasks for technical assignments of broad scope and complexity under general direction of the NPD Manager and Platform Leader and the support of other cross-functional team members
• Assumes a moderate to high level of autonomy in decision-making and day-to-day activities
• Documents, verifies, and validates product specifications:customer, regulatory, and technical requirements
• Assures functional acceptability through application of engineering tools, analysis, and testing
• Documents and shares knowledge within and outside the NPD team
• Provide technical direction to CAD Design Analysts
• Participates in continuous improvement initiatives to streamline internal business processes and support system upgrades
• This is a hybrid role, primarily on-site, but also providing remote work opportunities as agreed to with NPD manager

Skills/Requirements

• BS Degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET – accredited institution.
• 3 years of experience working in an engineering field, preferably in product development.
• Demonstrated experience in project management is required.

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Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.

The salary range for this position is $83,300 - $105,200. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s experience, their education, and the work location. Available benefits include medical, dental, vision & 401k.

Why Work at Kohler Energy?
For more than 100 years, Energy has been an innovative leader in energy resilience, starting with the first modern generator, the Kohler Automatic Power & Light, launched in 1920. Through a combination of organic and acquisitive growth, Energy is now positioned as the third largest producer of power solutions for consumer and industrial customers worldwide. The product range includes engines, generators, power conversion, UPS systems, EV components and electrification solutions, microgrid controls and management, clean energy solutions, and much more that serve a broad spectrum of OEM, residential, industrial, and commercial customers.

In addition to the investment in your development, Kohler offers a benefits package including a competitive salary, health, vision, dental, 401(k) with company matching, and more!

About Us
Beyond the competitive benefits and compensation, Kohler Energy proudly offers a rich history, steeped in creativity and a commitment to our associates and communities. We invite you to learn more about our culture and company at https://kohlerenergy.com/who-we-are.

It is Kohler’s policy to recruit, hire, and promote qualified personnel in all job classifications without regard to race, creed, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran. If, as an individual with a disability, you need reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact EnergyJobs@kohler.com. Kohler Energy is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.

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