Associate Product Engineer

Are you a recent college graduate with an Engineering degree? Do you want the opportunity to gain exposure, be mentored and grow within an Engineering Team? Are you passionate about creating and/or re-tooling products to answer customer’s needs?

If you answered yes to these questions, then this Associate Product Engineer position could be for you! 

Although this role will be based out of our Curries brand location, this is an ASSA ABLOY group level role. This position will be based on-site out of our manufacturing facility located in Mason City, Iowa. 

We are growing and there has never been a more exciting time to join us!

Come see who we are at: https://www.assaabloy.com/group/en/about-us

What would you do as our Associate Product Engineer?

You will support the Product Engineering team by assisting with the analysis of product design requirements in collaboration with Product Management and cross-functional partners. Under the guidance of more experienced engineers, you will help ensure new or improved designs meet customer needs while balancing functionality, sustainability, reliability, manufacturability, and aesthetics. You will also assist with validating manufacturing processes to ensure product specifications and standards are met.

You would also:

• Assist with preparing and maintaining design and product specifications, design guidelines, and design plans
• Support the review and analysis of customer design proposals, specifications, manuals, and related data to help evaluate feasibility, cost, and maintenance requirements
• Develop and update drawings for new or improved product designs using CAD software, with review and guidance from senior engineers
• Assist with creating and executing product test plans, including alpha, beta, durability, and compliance testing
• Learn and apply engineering analysis tools (e.g., DFMEA, PFMEA, VSA, FEA) to help identify potential product or process issues
• Support material selection efforts for new or improved product designs in collaboration with Supply Chain and ASSA ABLOY sustainability guidelines
• Assist with developing and documenting specifications for purchased materials and components
• Support product costing activities by assisting with material, labor, and overhead cost analysis
• Participate in Value Analysis / Value Engineering activities as part of a cross-functional team
• Assist with testing and verification activities for internal requirements and external third-party certification agencies (e.g., UL, Intertek, FBC) and industry organizations (e.g., SDI, NAAMM/HMMA)
• Participate in field activities with Product Management, such as Voice of Customer (VOC) data gathering, to help identify product improvement opportunities and inform new product development
• Actively contribute to a safe, collaborative, and respectful working environment
• Follow federal, state, local, and corporate governance policies, AADG programs, and the ASSA ABLOY Code of Conduct
• Perform other duties as assigned

The Skills and Experience You Need

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Product Design Engineering
• Internship, co-op, or early-career experience in a manufacturing or engineering environment preferred
• Exposure to sheet metal product design and fabrication is a plus
• Working knowledge of CAD tools such as AutoCAD, ProEngineer, or SolidWorks, with the ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings
• Strong desire to learn, along with solid analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities with guidance and support
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, etc.)

PLEASE NOTE: We may be able to offer relocation assistance. However, at this time, we are unable to offer employment-based visa sponsorship for this position. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship.

What We Offer

We believe in creating opportunities and providing benefits that empower you to grow, develop, and build a rewarding long-term career with us. Benefits include:

• Competitive salary
• Paid vacation, sick time, and company holidays
• Medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, and short- and long-term disability coverage
• 401(k) program with company contributions
• Tuition reimbursement, learning, and career development opportunities
• Onsite health clinic
• Flexible spending programs 
• Employee Assistance Program
• Discount portal
• Recognition, well-being, and employee experience programs designed to support you throughout your career

We review applications regularly, so don’t wait!

We are building diverse, inclusive teams, and encourage applications from everyone who can see themselves working with us.

To make sure your personal data is safe, we don’t look at any applications sent by email or post.

If you have any questions about the role or the process, email Stephanie Mandato, Senior Talent Acquisition Manager, at stephanie.mandato@assaabloy.com

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