Job Description

Job Title:  Project Engineer

Location:  Cleveland, OH

Business Unit:  Team Wendy

Purpose of Position:

Avon Protection is recognized as a world leader in respiratory and ballistic protection, delivering life critical solutions for Militaries and First Responders worldwide.

We are looking for a creative and analytical thinker with the main responsibility of supporting the entire development process through engineering and project management, conceptual and detailed design, prototyping, testing, manufacturing, performance analysis, technical documentation, and configuration management. This role will support the development of manufacturing processes across a diverse range of technologies required to manufacture products of the company. A liaison between ballistic product development and manufacturing, this individual will collaborate within a cross-functional planning team for all new or revised processes / products. 

To be successful as a Project Engineer in the product development team, you should demonstrate a sound understanding of industrial processes and concepts, be able to work well in a team, and contribute to the overall goals of the team. Outstanding Project Engineers are self-starters with an insatiable curiosity, a superb work ethic, and strong interpersonal skills. We are looking for a candidate that has a strong work ethic and ability to pivot multiple projects and tasks in a high energy environment.

Essential Duties and/or Functions:

• Support the implementation of new and revised products and production technologies used in manufacturing of ballistic helmets and related products
• Support R&D of ballistic helmet design , iterative prototyping, troubleshooting, and testing 
• Collaborate within cross-functional product/process planning team
• Work closely with quality and manufacturing personnel to implement process control techniques and procedures for optimal capabilities 
• Design and develop equipment and tooling to ensure product quality and effective and efficient production methods
• Create and modify 3D models and associated drawings
• Perform complex assembly stack ups
• Interact with EPDM configuration management
• Create/modify Bills of Materials (BOMs)
• Develop and assist with FMEA (DFMEA and PFMEA)
• Support operations by identifying critical product and process characteristics
• Develop sources and collaborate with suppliers to develop specifications for materials, tooling, equipment, or components, and evaluating products according to quality standards and specifications
• Assist operations on estimating labor requirements, production cycle times, and relative costs to provide data for operational decisions
• Work closely with manufacturing engineering department to develop, coordinate, and implement technical and process training for employees
• Primary support for MOC through documented processes for product/process changes (ECR / PCR process)
• Design, develop and implement fixtures and tooling that are consistent with low defect levels and low product cost

Required Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or other relevant science or engineering discipline
• Experience with industrial manufacturing processes including CNC and PLC equipment 
• Experience and understanding of composite materials, thermoplastics, metals and relevant testing practices (preferred)
• Experience with a variety of fabrication and prototyping methods and tools including 3D printing, silicone casting, and basic shop tools
• Proficient use of Solidworks CAD software 
• Knowledge of measurement and testing techniques 
• Proficient in reading technical drawings / blueprints
• Able to prioritize multiple projects and working to timelines
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Enthusiastic, cooperative, and positive attitude
• Working knowledge Quality Standards (ISO)
• Trouble shooting and problem-solving skills 
• Extensive use of Microsoft Word and Excel is required. 
• Experience with and knowledge of Continuous Improvement methods / tools (Kaizen, LSS Greenbelt)
• Create and maintain accurate documentation of tool drawings and equipment design concepts, in accordance with R&D and quality assurance functions.
• Trouble shoot and resolve technical problems
• Support and contribute content for compliance with all company policies and procedures, goals and objectives, safety, and environmental regulations

Preferred/Desired Skills or Experiences:

• Prior experience in polymer, composites, or ballistic manufacturing preferred
• Experience with statistical evaluation methods and use of Minitab software

Internal Relationships:

• Product Development Department
• Manufacturing Engineering Department
• Quality Assurance/Control Department
• Operations/Production Department

External Relationships:

• Vendors
• External Test Labs
• Other Avon sites

About Avon Technologies:

We design and produce life-critical personal protection solutions for the world’s militaries and first responders.  With a portfolio that includes Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear (“CBRN”), protection.  We do this through our two brands, Avon Technologies and Team Wendy. Our mission is to provide unparalleled protection for those who protect us, giving them the confidence to tackle challenging situations and helping them get home safe. At Avon Protection, we recognize that our success relies on the collective efforts of our talented team. As an organization, we welcome individuals who embody our #FIERCE company values - fearlessness, integrity, excellence, resilience, collaboration, and the ability to execute.

What We Offer:

• Flexible Schedule
• Competitive Compensation Package
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• 401k Matching
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Learning and Development Initiatives

This job description is not intended, and should not be construed, to be an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with this job.  While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the job requirements, management reserved the right to modify, add or remove duties from particular jobs and to assign other duties as necessary.

Responsibilities of this position may include direct and/or indirect physical or logical access to information, systems, technologies subjected to the regulations/compliance with U.S. Export Control Laws.
 
U.S. Export Control laws and U.S. Government Department of Defense contracts and sub-contracts impose certain restrictions on companies and their ability to share export-controlled and other technology and services with certain "non-U.S. persons" (persons who are not U.S. citizens or nationals, lawful permanent residents of the U.S., refugees, "Temporary Residents" (granted Amnesty or Special Agricultural Worker provisions), or persons granted asylum (but excluding persons in nonimmigrant status such as H-1B, L-1, F-1, etc.) or non-U.S. citizens.
 
To comply with these laws, and in conjunction with the review of candidates for those positions within Avon that may present access to export controlled technical data, Avon must assess employees' U.S. person status, as well as citizenship(s).
 
The questions asked in this application are intended to assess this and will be used for evaluation purposes only.  Failure to provide the necessary information in this regard will result in our inability to consider you further for this particular position.  The decision whether or not to file or pursue an export license application is at Avon's sole election.

Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without a sponsorship for employment visa status (e.e. H1B status).

The anticipated salary range for candidates who will work in Cleveland, OH is $80,000 to $85,000 annually.  The final salary offered to a successful candidate will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to the type and years of experience within the job, type and years of experience within the industry, education, etc.

EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability