Summary : Provide engineering technical support during the development process of a new project or the maintenance of an existing product.

Essential Functions:

· Provide engineering input in the following ways:

Ø Support of project teams up through final release of drawings and first production run.

Ø Troubleshooting and resolution of field issues.

Ø Investigation and implementation of significant cost reductions.

Ø Development of concepts for new products.

~~· ~~With direction on specific instance, lead the following activities during the product development process:

Ø Ensure project runs smoothly achieving specification, financial and timing objectives. Creation of the overall project plan in cooperation with functional core team members.

Ø Provide regular project updates.

Ø Direct the daily activities of the cross functional team in relation to project work

Ø Interface with cross functional management leads to manage functional resource requirements for the project.

Ø Assist design and business reviews during the course of the project

Ø Periodic review meetings with all functional groups.

· Provide sustaining engineering support to assigned product lines helping the on-going cost reduction/product improvement activities.

· Maintain high level of knowledge of technical aspects of design or product components/systems.

· Support existing products, particularly in area of “expertise”, with Engineering Documentation and day-to-day consultation to Operations, Marketing, Technical Services, etc.

· Development and execution of test protocols and plans and risk assessments based on current standards.

· Release of prints in a manner (accuracy, completeness, and timeliness) that supports the project timeline.

· Building and testing of prototypes.

· Ensure that all product development processes and activities conform to Invacare’s quality system.

· Complete all required training applicable to assigned position.

· Exhibit positivity, flexibility, creativity, and a willingness to take on new responsibilities as requested or required.

Qualifications:

· Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Electrical Engineering from ABET accredited institution.

~~· ~~Minimum 3 years of product engineering experience.

~~· ~~Minimum 2 years leading programs/projects.

· Minimum 3 years of experience working with an Engineering Change process and manufacturing Bill of Materials.

~~· ~~Minimum 2 years utilizing MS Project in conducting project leader role

~~· ~~New Product Introduction project leadership experience in medical device industry preferred.

~~· ~~Solid working knowledge of FDA regulations for Design Controls and cGMPs preferred.

~~· ~~Discipline in initiating, planning, executing, controlling, and closing the work of a team to achieve specific goals and meet specific success criteria.

~~· ~~Proven engineering expertise in specified areas (gear design, software, motors, controls systems, etc.).

~~· ~~Knowledgeable in the utilization of; software tools, analysis equipment, measurement tools, measurement techniques, test methods, industry standards, and industry best practices, for related expertise

· Level of proficiency utilizing PC design tools to generate prototypes and convey design concepts to other functional departments.

· Ability to do layouts and detail drawings sufficient to generate prototypes and convey design concepts to other functional departments.

· Experience utilizing Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) in creation of new product designs.

· Effective communication skills

An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer –M/F/Disabled/Vet

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