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At UGN, what truly sets us apart as a great place to work is our culture, which we call The UGN Way. The UGN Way is grounded in our commitment to our values of Respect, Trust, and Communication.

We are an agile organization of empowered Team Members working together to create outstanding results. We are proud of the success we achieve by collaborating exceptionally well, caring for one another, and holding ourselves and each other accountable to high standards.

Why Join UGN?

• Be part of a recognized industry leader with a proven track record of success.
• Thrive in a workplace that prioritizes Team Member satisfaction and professional growth.
• Contribute to a culture grounded in values that foster collaboration and innovation.
• Make an impact both professionally and in the community.

At UGN, you’re not just joining a company – you’re joining a team that’s committed to excellence, empowerment, and making every Team Member feel valued. Explore the UGN Way today, and let’s create the future together.

Ready to take the next step? Apply now and discover your place on the UGN team.

The Product and Process Engineer will develop and implement products and processes into production, and advances UGN product lines for growth and profitability. This position will oversee product & process validation activities during all phases of development to ensure smooth production launch, support cost reduction actions and maintain customer technical contact as needed.

This position will be required to travel up to 50% of the time. The selected candidate will need to be based in Monroe, OH, Jackson, TN, Somerset, KY, or the Downers Grove, IL, facility.

 What you will do for UGN:

• Serve as the product & process engineering subject matter expert for UGN.
• Work with acoustics, R&D and Corporate Engineering to develop BOMs and recommend processes for all RFQs.
• Lead trials to develop, update and setup BOM and process, partnering with Tooling, Project, Program Support, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, and plants all along the development phases from RFQ to SOP.
• Ensure smooth production launch for assigned programs while achieving sustainable parts functional performance and successful product validation at customer at lowest cost possible.
• Develop and update product & process information into the PLM system including BOM, process parameters, tooling, and equipment requirements for Corporate Operations Engineering department and Program Management gates.
• Support operations with concept definition of process (layout, PFMEA), equipment and capex all along the development phases from RFQ to SOP.
• Manage IMDS implementation and updates.
• Partner with R&T, UGN Purchasing and Quality Engineering departments to develop and negotiate material specifications with suppliers for all incoming goods.
• Assist plants as needed on process troubleshooting, optimization and cost reduction activities and projects.
• Lead cost reduction activities on the PPE side by identifying, validating, and implementing cost reduction opportunities and customers VA/VEs.
• Proactively investigate and analyze latest technologies and products on the market, especially focusing on our competitors.
• Support product & process understanding across the company through regular training.
• Support joint development opportunities with material suppliers, equipment suppliers and customers.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

What you will bring to UGN:

• Bachelor's degree (B. S.) or equivalent from an accredited college or university.
• 5 - 10 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals, financial reports, and legal documents.
• Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community.
• Ability to effectively present information to top management, public groups, and/or boards of directors.
• Ability to apply advanced mathematical concepts and principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook), Internet, AutoCAD & Design software.
• Team Member must have knowledge and understanding of the following:

• • Chemistry, Mathematics and Physics
  • Chemical / Physical analysis equipment
  • Production/manufacturing equipment and processes
  • Laboratory practices

We strive to ensure each team member feels valued, respected, and included and is presented with equal opportunities to be successful here at UGN. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace. UGN participates in E-Verify. For more information, go to www.dhs.gov/E-Verify. E-Verify is a registered trademark of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.

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