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White Cap Product Engineer - Chemical in Miamisburg, Ohio
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Responsible for driving product development initiatives, overseeing design enhancements, prototype assessments, and rigorous validation processes. Demands advanced technical expertise and the capacity to juggle multiple projects while upholding industry and internal compliance standards. Works collaboratively with sourcing, quality, and category teams to deliver innovative, cost-efficient, and high-performing products that satisfy both customer expectations and regulatory guidelines. Oversees private brand engineering projects by developing product specifications and designs, collaborating with cross‑functional partners to define requirements, and resolving performance issues.
Major Tasks, Responsibilities and Key Accountabilities
Participates in engineering project management including PRD development and protocol creation.
Conducts financial and value-based calculations. Prepare presentation-quality summaries.
Resolves product performance concerns and implement corrective actions.
Performs detailed evaluations of components and assemblies, utilizing Bills of Materials and internal resources to determine overall costs.
Participates in product design and redesign activities from concept to launch.
Conducts prototype and validation testing against approved protocols.
Collaborates cross-functionally to ensure compliance and performance targets.
Maintains schedules and budgets for assigned projects; report progress to management.
Researches new materials, processes, and technologies to improve product performance.
Prepares technical reports and documentation for internal and external stakeholders.
Provides general engineering guidance to support business goals.
Nature and Scope
Demonstrates skill in data analysis techniques by resolving missing/incomplete information and inconsistencies/anomalies in more complex research/data.
Nature of work requires increasing independence; receives guidance only on unusual, complex problems or issues. Work review typically involves periodic review of output by a supervisor and/or direct customers of the process.
May provide general guidance/direction to or train junior level support or professional personnel.
Work Environment
Typically located in a comfortable environment but with regular exposure to factors that may cause noticeable discomfort or a moderate risk of accident or illness, such as temperature extremes, moving machinery, loud noises, and fumes.
Most of the time is spent sitting in the same position or standing/walking and/or there is some requirement to lift or handle material or equipment of moderate weight (8-20 pounds).
No travel required.
Education and Experience
- Typically requires BS/BA in a related discipline. Generally 2-5 years of experience in a related field OR MS/MA and generally 2-4 years of experience in a related field. Certification is required in some areas.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with industry compliance standards (UL, CSA, ASTM).
Familiarity with PLM systems and document control practices.
Experience with OEM suppliers and vertically integrated manufacturers.
Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering or related field.
2–5 years of product development experience.
Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and costing software (e.g., Boothroyd Dewhurst DFM/DFMA).
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
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For Ohio job seekers:
Pay Range
$67,900.00-$105,300.00 Annual
Ohio law requires the posting of the salary range for advertised jobs. This range is determined based on market data and internal pay practices to establish a minimum and maximum value for a job. Individual base pay is determined based on a variety of elements including experience, skills, internal equity and other factors. For additional details on benefits, please review the full job description on White Cap Jobs (https://whitecap.jobs/)
Functional Area Field Operations
Work Type On-Site
Recruiter Hampton, Corey
Req ID WCJR-031722
White Cap is an Equal Opportunity Minority/Female/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veteran and Affirmative Action Employer. White Cap considers for employment and hires qualified candidates without regard to age, race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, protected veteran or disability status or any factor prohibited by law.