General Duties & Responsibilities • Identify with R&D, Manufacturing Engineering, Production, and Quality teams the established manufacturing capabilities, efficient production methods, quality risks, and cost impacts that will result in the modification or improvements to product designs. • Coordinate with Purchasing personnel to support the effective introduction product changes as it relates to vendors, subcontractors, and inventory management. • Maintain the accuracy of active product designs within a standardized database to ensure they are of current revision. This will include regular communication with engineers, production employees, and quality control. • Achieve cost savings goals by reducing component costs, improving efficiency of manufacture, implementing error proofing measures, creating detailed schematics, etc. • Advise all affected departments regarding the broad impact of product changes (e.g., DCN, ECO, ECR). • Manage projects individually and by leading a team as necessary. Includes conducting meetings and coordinating with other employees, suppliers, and outside contractors. • Communicate with and develop vendors on technical subjects to supply products that meet required specifications and quality standards. • Contact suppliers and OEMs, request quotes, and serve as liaison to outside service personnel as needed. • Assist others as needed on complex electronic design issues. • Assist Manufacturing Engineering as needed on shop floor automation improvements involving machine integration or material handling. • Regularly attend training on subjects important to Watchfire and stay informed of industry practices and standards. • Stand, walk, stoop, kneel, & crouch in and around tightly configured equipment. Occasionally lift and carry 10 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move 75 pounds. Experience/Education • Minimum 5 years of similar work experience with a Bachelor of Science in Engineering or related field. • Proficient written, visual, and verbal skills. Experience in presenting information in small group situations. Excellent reasoning skills related to cause and effect. • Strong experience with computers, internet, smart phone/tablet, AutoCAD software (Inventor, Vault) and Microsoft software (Word, Excel, Outlook). • Experience with printed circuit board assembly manufacturing, machine wiring/controls/circuitry/, automotive/aerospace wiring, UL procedures, and/or LED product manufacturing. • Spanish language proficiency is advantageous. Benefits Medical Dental Vision Company Paid Life/ADD Voluntary Life/ADD Dependent Life/ADD 401k with Employer Match Vacation Personal Time