Product Engineer (G-Project)

Houston, TX
Full Time
Experienced

The Product Engineer acts as the key technical interface between customers and the Product & Process Engineering (PCE) team. This role is responsible for managing the full product lifecycle from RFQ to end-of-life while ensuring successful manufacturing execution, product quality, and customer satisfaction.

The role also serves as a subject matter expert (SME) on the production floor, working directly with Manufacturing Technicians to support operations, resolve technical issues, and ensure adherence to defined standards and processes.

Key Responsibilities

Customer & Technical Interface

  • Act as primary technical liaison for assigned customers
  • Translate customer requirements into engineering and manufacturing specifications
  • Ensure timely resolution of technical issues and clear communication across teams

Manufacturing Support & SME Role

  • Provide hands-on technical support to Manufacturing Technicians on the production floor
  • Troubleshoot production issues and support root cause analysis
  • Ensure correct execution of manufacturing processes

Standard Work & SOP Ownership

  • Develop, maintain, and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
  • Train and support technicians on SOP adherence
  • Drive process standardization and continuous improvement

Change & Lifecycle Management

  • Manage Engineering Change Notices (ECNs) during production
  • Own product lifecycle from RFQ through end-of-life
  • Support product introduction, ramp-up, and phase-out activities

RFQ & Engineering Support

  • Analyze RFQs, drawings, BOMs, and specifications
  • Support quotation preparation and engineering feasibility reviews

SAP BOM Management

  • Maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs) and Approved Vendor Lists (AVLs) in SAP
  • Ensure BOM accuracy, version control, and ECN updates in SAP
  • Support data integrity for manufacturing and supply chain operations

NPI & Production Support

  • Lead New Product Introduction (NPI) and Production Validation Testing (PVT)
  • Coordinate cross-functional teams (engineering, quality, manufacturing, supply chain)
  • Ensure smooth transition into volume production

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electronics, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering
  • 3+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering (electronics preferred)
  • Experience with SMT, PCB assembly, or high-volume manufacturing
  • Experience with SAP (BOM management preferred)
  • Strong communication and problem-solving skills
  • Flexible and able to support production environment needs

Core Skills

  • Structured and analytical thinking
  • Strong teamwork and communication
  • Familiarity with manufacturing tools (SPC, FMEA, Poka-Yoke, etc.)
  • Ability to work in fast-paced production environments
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