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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