About Kitron

Kitron is a leading Scandinavian Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) company, delivering improved flexibility, cost efficiency, and innovation power through the value chain. The company has operations in Norway, Sweden, Denmark, Lithuania, Germany, Poland, the Czech Republic, China and the United States. With 3000 highly skilled employees, Kitron manufactures and delivers anything from fully assembled electronic circuit boards to complete end - products for customers globally. Related technical services like prototyping, industrialization, material analyzing and test development are also key competencies offered by Kitron.

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Location: Windber, Pennsylvania

*Eligible for Relocation Assistance

We are looking for an experienced Product Engineer to join us on-site at our U.S. location in the Johnstown, PA area. This exempt role is an integral part of our business and will report directly to our Engineering Supervisor. This position functions with a 9/80 work schedule which includes (8) nine-hour days and (1) eight-hour day. This allows for (1) weekday (typically Friday) off over a two-week period.

The Product Engineer will make technical decisions in assigned tasks within the framework of routines and process descriptions documented in the QEM system. This is a customer-facing role requiring a high level of professionalism and relationship building.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Maintain technical responsibility for assigned products within the framework of  routines and process description documented
• Industrialize and introduce new products to manufacturing from NPI
• Set up routing and work instructions in ERP and MES systems
• Produce unique manual process improvements for assigned products
• Agree and introduce technical changes in production documentation
• Create and approve technical reports to customer
• Report on assigned KPAs
• Ensure quality of work performed
• Comply with requirements according to procedures in quality system
• Review technical data packages
• Develop relationships with customers and ensure requirements are met
• Estimate labor time for potential customers
• Adhere to Kitron’s Ethical Code of Conduct
• Participate in company projects and perform other relevant tasks delegated by management

Required Skills/Abilities

• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to assess problems or issues
• Extensive knowledge of product engineering principles and techniques
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software
• Ability to adapt and multi-task in a fast-paced environment

Education and Experience

• Experience with ERP/MRP system
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field required
• Minimum 5+ years in a related role, preferably in EMS industry

Physical Requirements 

Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.  Light physical effort equal to frequent lifting or moving of lightweight materials. Combination of office and plant environment.

What We Offer

• At Kitron, salary offer is based on the level of experience and competencies of the candidate;
• Performance-based annual reviews;
• Medical, dental and vision insurance;
• Company paid life insurance, short term disability, and long term disability;
• Additional benefits for life insurance and short term disability;
• 401(K) with company match;
• 9/80 work schedule;
• A highly skilled and motivated team of colleagues;
• Opportunities for personal and professional development.

We are an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. If you require a reasonable accommodation in completing the application process or during the interview process, please let us know. We will make every effort to accommodate your needs in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.