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Join our Operations team at Helen of Troy and make an immediate impact on our trusted brands: OXO, Hydro Flask, PUR. Together, we build innovative and useful products that elevate people's lives everywhere every day.

Look around your home, and you'll find us everywhere, in your kitchen, living room, bedroom, and bathroom. We are already making your everyday lives better. We are powered by knowledgeable, enthusiastic, and forward-thinking people committed to developing a culture of inclusion. Whether you are just starting your career or in need of a challenge, we recognize, develop, and empower talent!

Position: Operations Associate Product Engineer

Department: Operations - OXO, Hydro Flask, PUR

Work Location: New York, NY, Hybrid (work 3 days onsite)

Hybrid Schedule: At Helen of Troy, we embrace a flexible hybrid work model designed to support collaboration and productivity. For roles eligible for hybrid work, our standard schedule includes in-office collaboration from Tuesday through Thursday, with the option to work remotely on Mondays and Fridays. Any updates to this model will be communicated in advance. Please note that hybrid eligibility and schedules may vary based on business needs and manager expectations.

What you will be doing:

The Operations Associate Product Engineer is tasked with supporting lifecycle management and continuous improvement activities for currently produced products. This includes lab testing of product samples, prototyping, maintaining CAD & documentation, developing/improving processes, and collaborating with manufacturing partners.

• Execute test plans to prove design functionality, durability, manufacturability, and reliability of parts and assemblies

• Create prototypes to validate changes

• Design experiments to test finished products and individual components

• Design and build test apparatuses to suit specific needs

• Record, file, share, and present test results

• Communicate with and guide international manufacturing partners

• Collaborate with project managers, quality team, manufacturing engineers, and product teams to ensure product and project goals are met

Skills needed to be successful in this role:

• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

• Effective project management, collaboration, and communication abilities.

• Ability to communicate ideas clearly through sketches and email (including to others where English is their 2nd language).

• Energetic, enthusiastic, collaborative team-player.

• Desire to make a true impact on the organization through engineering.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in either Mechanical Engineering, Product Design, or relevant industry.

• Experience with CAD, prototyping, and 3D printing.

• Experience with SolidWorks or Creo.

• Demonstrated hands-on experience in a professional product development or engineering environment.

• MS Suite experience: Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

• Ability to travel internationally (Asia)/domestically (up to 10%).

• Authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Asian and North American manufacturing and sourcing

• Experience working in the consumer goods realm.

• Previous exposure to product manufacturing: plastic injection, sheet metal work, silicone molding, and die-casting.

• Molded part design.

In New York City, the standard base pay range for this role is $67,000 - $83,000annually. This base pay range is specific to New York City and may not be applicable to other locations. Actual salaries will vary based on several factors, including but not limited to location, experience, skill level, and performance. The range listed is just one component of the total compensation package for employees.

Benefits: Salary + Bonus, Healthcare, Dental, Vision, Paid Holidays, Paid Parental Leave, 401(k) with company match, Basic Life Insurance, Short Term Disability (STD), Long Term Disability (LTD), Paid Time Off (PTO), Paid Charitable (volunteer) Leave, and Educational Assistance.

Wondering if you should apply? Helen of Troy welcomes people as diverse as our brands! Have the confidence to come as who you are because your point of view, skills, and experience will make us stronger. If you're eager to share new ideas and try new things, we want to hear from you.

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For more information about Helen of Troy, visit www.helenoftroy.com. You can also find us on LinkedIn, and Glassdoor.

Helen of Troy is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We are committed to developing a diverse workforce and cultivating an inclusive environment. We value diversity and believe that we are strengthened by the differences in our experiences, thoughts, cultures, and backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.

We will provide individuals with disabilities with reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process. If you would like to request an accommodation, please contact Human Resources at (915) 225-8000.

Founded in 1968, Helen of Troy is a prominent player in the global consumer products industry, offering diverse career opportunities across North America, South America, Europe, and Asia. We boast a collection of renowned brands such as OXO, Hydro Flask, Osprey, Honeywell, PUR, Braun, Vicks, Hot Tools, Drybar, Curlsmith, Revlon, and Olive & June - many of which rank #1, #2, or #3 in their respective categories, making the Helen of Troy name synonymous with excellence and ingenuity.

At Helen of Troy, our strategy involves acquiring brands that we can integrate and enhance, amplifying their unique attributes to drive growth and profitability. Embracing a culture of collaboration internally and externally, we are committed to providing innovative solutions tailored to consumers, operational excellence, global scalability, and exceptional shared services to support our brand portfolio. This dedication to fostering development and success sets Helen of Troy apart as a pioneer in the industry, propelling our brands to unparalleled heights of success and recognition worldwide.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required of personnel so classified. Management retains the right to add or to change duties of the position at any time.