Product Development Engineer

INTRODUCTION and WHAT YOU WILL DO (Job Responsibilities)

Support new item creation efforts through competitive benchmarking and researching product options. Responsibilities will include creating/maintaining technical documents, reviewing product designs for compliance with company and ASTM standards, and develop testing criteria for new product offerings. Utilize tensile, torque, hardness and other testing equipment in a lab setting to perform product testing on new and existing tools.

Identify and root-cause field quality issues to reduce warranty expenses and create improved designs utilizing SolidWorks CAD. Interact with suppliers to identify process failures including production and Quality Assurance activities. Excellent communication skills both written and verbal are required for interaction between field personnel and end user customers.

This is an on-site/hybrid role located in Stow, OH.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Support new product development by evaluating new tools and completing the New item Creation (NIC) process
• Acquire specifications/drawings/testing/application data
• Assist with the creation of equipment design, manufacturing and test specifications
• Perform Product testing on new and existing tools
• Internal lab testing
• 3rd party external testing
• Field testing
• Product quality and warranty reduction
• Track top warranty items for assigned commodities by number of defects and cost
• Identify opportunities for improving tool performance, functionality and durability
• Lead the root cause analysis of product failures and implement corrective actions
• Perform bin audits to understand product failures
• Present warranty reduction projects at quarterly management warranty review
• Attend supplier review meetings and provide Engineering and Quality feedback to the scorecard
• Perform data analysis for new and existing warranty agreements with suppliers
• Respond to Customer Service requests for engineering and quality expertise through the Epost-it process
• Author field communications for quality related concerns

WHO YOU ARE (Qualifications)

Preferred Qualifications:
• Experience with material testing equipment
• Automotive industry experience
• Hands-on automotive repair experience both mechanical and electrical
• Prior manufacturing quality experience
• Formal problem-solving training and successful execution of its tools
• Ability to interpret and understand ASTM standards
• Certified SolidWorks Associate (CSWA)
• 10% travel or less. May include one international trip per year
• Current passport

MEASURES OF PERFORMANCE:
• Warranty reduction goal of two successful projects per quarter
• On-time measures for new item creation process
• Customer Service Response Times
• On-Time Delivery of Product Development Projects

Attribute/Skill/Experience:
• B.S. in Mechanical Engineering
• Minimum three years’ experience in material testing and comparison to industry standards
• Minimum three years’ experience in a manufacturing environment
• Experience with SolidWorks 2D print creation and 3D modeling
• Hands-on automotive experience with an excellent working knowledge of automotive tools
• Minimum two years’ experience with problem solving strategies (5 Why)
• Database / Business Intelligence System Query Writing and Analysis
• Proficient with Microsoft office Suite (Specifically Excel and Access)

Fit Factors:
• Strong self-management skills
• Problem solving
• Organization
• Planning and prioritization
• High level of energy and self-motivation
• Strong ability to influence
• Ability to present and communicate to all levels of the organization
• Assertiveness
• Gaining consensus and commitment of peers and suppliers
• Conflict resolution
• Negotiating skills

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Vontier partners with you and your family on your health and wellness journey. Visit VontierBenefits.com to view our benefits. We offer a premium suite of health and wellness programs for you and your family, including medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance. With programs for family planning from Maven Clinic to managing diabetes like Livongo, coverage for women's health, support for adult and elder care, paid parental leave, a generous 401(k) plan with matching company contributions, and more. Vontier is here for all stages of life. We also offer paid time off up to 120 hours, 13 paid holidays (including 3 floating holidays) per year and paid sick leave.*

Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Sick leave amount may vary based on state or local laws applicable to the applicant’s geographic location. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

WHO IS MATCO
Matco Tools, a wholly owned subsidiary of Vontier Corporation, is a distributor of quality professional automotive equipment, tools, and toolboxes. Matco began operation in 1946 and, since 1979, has sold products directly to professional mechanics, enthusiasts, and those who value quality tools through a network of independent franchised mobile distributors who operate in all 50 states, Puerto Rico, and Canada. Products are also sold to central purchasing operations and other institutional customers through industrial sales representatives and via the internet. Matco is a franchising company, a distribution company, a financing company, a manufacturer of industry leading toolboxes, and a leading supplier of automotive technology solutions employing approximately 600 associates in the United States, Puerto Rico and Canada. For more information on Matco Tools, visit www.matcotools.com.

BENEFITS
Annual bonuses/incentives (depending on position)
Immediate company benefits (medical, dental, vision, life, etc.)
401k with company match
401k defined contribution after 1 year of service
High level of employee engagement
Walking path and gym equipment onsite
Food trucks on site during the summer
Dress for your day - every day casual/jeans
Employee discounts
15 days vacation + 4 floating holidays + 8 paid holidays
Paid maternity & paternity leave
Tuition reimbursement
Student loan payment assistance
Hybrid work environment (2 days remote)
Annual Day of Caring for employees to volunteer
Discounts on tools
Annual team building events

WHO IS VONTIER
Vontier (NYSE: VNT) is a global technology company powering the way the world moves. We empower businesses in the transport sector to adapt to a fast-changing landscape by uniting productivity, automation and multi-energy technologies.

Our smart, connected solutions serve roadside convenience retail stores, fleet operators, and auto repair technicians. From integrated payments and EV charging software to carwash technology and retail automation, we help customers stay productive and prepared for a rapidly evolving industry.

With decades of expertise and a balanced portfolio, Vontier enables businesses to navigate complexity, unlock growth, and build a cleaner, safer future. Driven by continuous improvement and the dedication of Team Vontier, we empower businesses to think bigger, act boldly, and thrive on the road ahead. Learn more at www.vontier.com

At Vontier, we empower you to steer your career in the direction of success with a dynamic, innovative, and inclusive environment.

Our commitment to personal growth, work-life balance, and collaboration fuels a culture where your contributions drive meaningful change. We provide the roadmap for continuous learning, allowing creativity to flourish and ideas to accelerate into impactful solutions that contribute to a sustainable future.

Join our community of passionate people working together to navigate challenges and seize new opportunities. At Vontier, you are not on this journey alone, we are committed to equipping you with the tools and support you need to fuel your innovation, lead with impact, and thrive both personally and professionally.

Together, let’s power the way the world moves!
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