Project Engineer I Jobs in Racine, WI (NOW HIRING)

The Best Experience Company 

Our tagline is “The Best Experience Company.” More than just a set of words, it represents the essence of who we are at Springs Window Fashions. As North America’s premier window covering company, we’re committed to creating the Best Experience for our associates, consumers and end users, business partners, and communities. We want you to join our team of passionate self-starters who believe the world is full of Best Experience opportunities. So, if you’re excited about the thought of a Best Experience career with a team focused on creating Best Experiences for all, we want to hear from you! 

Product Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, and optimizing products to meet customer needs and company goals. Their duties typically include collaborating with cross-functional teams, conducting testing and analysis, ensuring product quality, and supporting product lifecycle management. They often work on improving product functionality, features, and manufacturing processes. will coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure seamless product launches, optimize production processes, and maintain quality standards.

Skills and Abilities:

· Core tools PFEMA, APQP, PPAP, MSA, SPC

· MS Office

· Proactively contributes to the team.

· Planning and prioritizing activities

· Excellent negotiations skills

· Ability to present data effectively.

Key Responsibilities:

· Design and develop new products and improve existing products based on customer feedback and market research.

· Conduct feasibility studies, prototype development, and testing to validate product designs.

· Collaborate with manufacturing to optimize production processes and ensure product quality.

· Analyze product performance and identify areas for improvement.

· Maintain detailed documentation of product specifications, design changes, and testing results.

· Support troubleshooting and resolution of product issues post-launch.

· Ensure compliance with industry standards and safety regulations.

· Develop and manage detailed NPI plans, schedules, and timelines.

· Perform design for manufacturability (DFM) reviews and provide feedback.

· Serve as a point of contact between engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain teams.

· Facilitate continuous improvement initiatives related to new products.

· Coordinate and support pilot production runs and initial high-volume production.

Additional Responsibilities:

· Create Presentations to review with High management team.

· Complete improvement projects, as necessary.

· Work with the support departments to drive results.

· Follow 6s procedures.

· Interact with Toolroom and Maintenance Departments on equipment and tool repair and development of new equipment and tools to sustain quality.

· Attend daily huddles and other meetings to ensure smooth flow of communication.

· Follow safety policies and procedures. Attending regularly scheduled safety meetings.

What We’re Looking For 

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering or related field.

· At least one year of experience in product development, design, or engineering.

· Proven experience in manufacturing process development and optimization, preferably in a high-volume production environment.

· Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

· Knowledge of CAD/CAM software, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies.

· Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

· Strong understanding of product development and production processes.

· Ability to work cross-functionally and manage multiple projects.

· Effective communication and organizational skills

· Project management certification (e.g., PMP) is a plus.

Preferred Qualifications:

· Experience with project management and Agile methodology.

· Knowledge of manufacturing processes and materials.

· Familiarity with regulatory standards relevant to the industry.

How We Work to Deliver a Best Experience: Our Culture

• Our Core Value: We do the right thing, always
• Our Seven Cultural Behaviors
• • Empowerment - We trust our people.
  • Ownership - We take 100% responsibility for our roles actions, and results.
  • Leadership - We all lead by example and talk direct with respect (DWR).
  • One Team - We are One Springs Team.
  • Customer First - We consider our customers' needs before every decision.
  • Continuous Innovation - We are constantly learning, innovating, and improving.
  • Speed - We define priorities and operate with a sense of urgency and agility.

Salary and Other Compensation:

The annual base for this position is reasonably expected to be between $75,000 and $82,000.  Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include geography/market, skills, education, experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

Benefits: The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical insurance, dental insurance,  vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan with up to 5% company match of eligible contributions, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, short-term disability insurance, paid vacation time, paid holidays per year, and one paid volunteer day off per year.  

This posting is anticipated to remain open until a qualified candidate is hired.