Engineer

Location:

Milford, CT, US

Req ID: 4732

Job Type:

Edgewell is a global team of over 6,000 visionaries, doers and makers. Our secret is people, and we have an inspiring and collaborative global force of them. Our portfolio of over 25 brands touches lives in more than 50 countries by making useful things joyful. Together, we reimagine good mornings and endless summers, strive for more sustainable ways to beautify and bond, and do it all with not only confidence but determination.

Position Summary

With minimal supervision, plan, perform and supervise engineering, design, and other technical/administrative tasks

Involved in the conceptualizing, design, prototyping, and testing of new products.

Universal Accountabilities

Work individually and in a team environment, includes cross-functional teams
Adhere to EPC policies and procedures

Specific Accountabilities

Work on R&D team developing new consumer product innovations in the personal care space. Understand consumer needs, brainstorm solutions, design, prototype, and test new product concepts.

The essential functions of the position include, but are not limited to:

Interface with stakeholders to translate consumer research into product innovations
Participate in, and at times lead, technical brainstorming sessions
Sketching and engineering design of new product concepts using CAD software
Direct and participate in early prototype fabrication
Develop custom test methods and lab equipment to measure concept feasibility
Collaborate with Legal on novel concepts to file associated IP
Clearly communicate technical and non-technical information in written, verbal, and visual formats
Prioritize and manage multiple projects, providing progress updates against technical/cost/schedule goals

Required Skills and Experience as it relates to each discipline

Bachelor’s Degree in related Engineering field
3+ years of consumer product innovation experience
Practical experience in early product research and development

Preferred Skills and Experience

5+ years of consumer product innovation experience
Empathetic listening skills and voice of the consumer
Excited by technical brainstorming in a team setting
Strong practical design skills including CAD modeling and engineering drawings
Proficient in the design and hands-on application of various prototyping and manufacturing methods, such as 3D printing, machining, sheet metal, injection molding
Capable of devising feasibility tests to validate early proof-of-concept
Comfortable with hands-on prototype fabrication and testing
Proficient in Windows applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)

Working Relationships

Reports to Manager, Sr. Manager, or Director.
Key relationships internally will include:
- Professional and technical staff in the Department.
- Product Development and Innovation Teams.
- All RD&E, Marketing, Program Management, Legal Staff
- Quality Assurance and Manufacturing

Key External relationships will include:
- Consultants
- Vendors

Work Environment

Some travel may be required
No extraordinary physical requirements
Flexible hybrid work environment
Requires wearing safety glasses and hearing protection in the manufacturing facility

The salary range for this position is $68,000 - $102,000. Actual base salary offered to a candidate may vary based upon factors including, but not limited to, relevant experience, time in role, base salary of internal peers, prior performance, business sector, and geographic location. In addition to base salary, the competitive compensation package may include, depending on the role, participation in an incentive program linked to performance.

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Edgewell is an equal opportunity employer. We do all we can to create a collaborative and diverse global team, where good ideas can thrive, and our colleagues can learn and lead. We prohibit discrimination based on age, color, disability, marital or parental status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status or any legally protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. We listen deeply and speak directly to create an environment that’s open to difference. We aim to bring joy to not only the products we create and the people we serve, but our colleagues across the globe too.