Product Engineer Co-Op at Fittes, supporting product development and collaborative innovation. Engaging in market research, SolidWorks design, and product realization processes.
Responsibilities
Support product development from concept to final product on various projects.
Assist with technical documents for external parties.
Assist with operating and maintaining a 3D printer.
Assist with developing and executing test plans of products.
Provide cross-departmental support throughout product launches.
Propose design and testing solutions based on researched data and thorough understanding of product goals.
Communicate School Requirements: Ensure compliance with co-op program expectations, documenting requirements and providing timely assistance or reviews.
Actively participate in weekly team meetings by presenting progress and understanding how the department is performing against targets.
Work with the product team to refine concepts, execute product development, identify opportunities, streamline workflows and improve existing processes.
Follow the existing documentation process and provide continuous improvement suggestions as needed.
Maintain a deep understanding of the product team's long-term goals and provide proactive support to achieve them.
Analyze customer reviews/ratings to understand customer perception of products.
Diagnose product defects, providing comprehensive troubleshooting support to other departments. This includes identifying root causes and developing a minimum of two solutions.
Support quality assurance initiatives such as SOP documentation and assessing prototypes for accuracy of manufacturing.
Demonstrate company values through inspirational leadership and by leading by example.
Use the "issue, three options, and best solution" mindset to make decisions and prevent delays.
Exhibit a growth mindset and resilience in the face of challenges and uncertainty.
Practice mindful, timely communication to ensure clarity and transparency.
Embrace failure as a learning opportunity and address challenges openly.
Requirements
Have knowledge of design process, product development, testing, and market research processes.
Familiarity with compliance requirements for co-op programs.
Familiarity using hand tools (e.g. screwdriver, box-cutter, hammer, etc)
Experience with SolidWorks for design and modeling projects.
Familiarity with product development processes, including research, prototyping, and testing.
Demonstrated ability to conduct market research and summarize findings effectively.
Exposure to manufacturing processes such as sheet metal and injection molding is an asset.
Proficiency in using tools like Google Suite, Slack, and 3D printing technologies.
Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
Exceptional communication and collaboration skills, with a proactive and creative approach to problem-solving.
Have the following tech stack: SolidWorks, 3D Printing, Google Suite, Slack, Keyshot (bonus).
Benefits
Joining a high performing, fast-growing team driven by ambition
Super-immersive learning environment and the opportunity to develop your career with us, if you can keep up
We're committed to a hybrid structure
Open concept, bright, dog-friendly office vibe (our furry friends can’t wait to meet you!)
Strict “No email/slack on phones” policy and “No email/slack outside of office hours” policy — we value our personal time and are committed to protecting this for our team members.
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