Kidde Global Solutions · 15 hours ago
Senior Mechanical Engineer
Bradenton, FL, USA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$108K/yr - $127K/yr
5+ years expKidde Global Solutions is a global technology leader in fire and life safety solutions, seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to support their Global Engineering Teams. The role involves designing fire detection products and components, utilizing CAD tools, and promoting continuous product improvement.
Building MaterialPublic Safety
Responsibilities
Design Products and Components for New Product Introductions, Cost Reduction or Continuous Improvements Projects; from Concept to Production Launch
Support Manufacturing and Global Teams by helping with Product and Part Sustainability; that includes but not limited to analyzing global engineering requests, creating a qualification/testing plan and routing change requests in the document control software
Strong emphasis on ideation, project planning, concept development and implementation of robust test plans
Application of robust engineering tools and software (e.g. rapid prototyping, DOE, QC etc.)
Drive DFMEA, identification of critical characteristics and best engineering practices
Proactive support for Kidde fire alarm manufacturing sites
Utilize CAD (SolidWorks) as a tool to create 3D/2D drawings for product development and ideation purposes
Apply product state of the art analysis tools combined with lab verification testing to create robust products
Use project management skills working as part of a cross functional team
Proactively promote continuous product improvement to enhance quality
Maintain personal development and areas of professional competency
Utilize engineering systems to maintain and manage project documentation (e.g. PDXpert, JD Edwards ERP)
Assist and facilitate with process improvement workshops (e.g. Kaizen events, VSM.)
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree
5+ years of experience in Product Development/Design; preferably in high volume consumer and commercial goods
5+ years' CAD experience (Solid Works is strongly preferred)
5+ years' engineering FEA and CFD experience with running simulations
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering
Experience with plastic materials, components and manufacturing processes
Knowledge of robust engineering practices e.g. Design and Process FMEA
Experience designing sheet metal parts and components
Experience dealing with Product and Quality Management Systems and Product Lifecycle systems
Mind-set for 'Design for manufacture' and cost avoidance
Familiar with UL/ETL certification, engineering standards, automotive quality standards and similar quality systems and root cause analysis processes
Experience of quality tools (e.g. Six Sigma, 5S, Kaizen would be beneficial)
Understanding of statistical software such as Minitab and DOE
A self-motivated individual focused on delivering to deadlines with flexible working approach
Able to accommodate global meetings that may occur outside of the standard work-day hours (once or twice per week)
Capable of working independently and as part of the team
Open to attending the occasional meeting outside of normal work hours
Quickly absorbs product knowledge / proactive self-learner of fire safety and security standards
Hands on approach, quick learner, problem solving, and capable of overcoming barriers
Strong communication skills in all disciplines including written, oral, email, presentation and project management
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Life and disability insurance
Retirement plan
Paid time off (vacation, sick, company holidays)
401(k) with employer match
EAP assistance
And more.
Company
Kidde Global Solutions
Kidde Global Solutions supplies fire protection and life safety products for commercial and residential use.
Founded in 2024Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, USA
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageCompany data provided by crunchbase