NPD Engineer

We’re Watts. Together, we’re reimagining the future of water.

We feel proud every day about what we do. We're all part of the same crucial mission, no matter what function we support -- it's to provide safe, clean water for the world, and to protect our planet's most valuable resource.

What we do:

For 150 years, Watts has built best-in-class products that are trusted by customers in residential and commercial settings across the world. We are at the forefront of innovation, working with cutting-edge technology to provide smart and connected, sustainable water solutions for the future. Watts is a leading brand with a quality reputation — and we have a dynamic future ahead.​

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

• Conduct testing per verbal guidelines, or safety/performance standards.
• Compile data to demonstrate results using spreadsheets, graphs, tables.
• Mechanical, electrical assembly of prototypes, test equipment, and controls
• Observe lab safety guidelines.
• Evaluate product compliance with safety/performance standards, or specifications.
• Interface with third party agencies or test labs during product certification testing
• Trouble shoot field problems in house or on-site as needed.
• Assist in the Creation of drawings, bills of materials and specifications.
• Work with manufacturing, on prototype and validation builds.
• Uses SolidWorks to explore design ideas and explore design ideas.
• Works with design personnel and NPD Engineers to develop new products.
• Explore ways to reduce development of products.

EDUCATION: 

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering required.

EXPERIENCE: 

• 3 to 5 years’ experience in a professional engineering capacity.

The expected salary range for this position is $78,000 - $92,000 yearly. Actual compensation will be dependent upon individual skills, experience, qualifications, and applicable laws.

MIMIMUM REQUIRED SKILLS:

• Understanding of measurement techniques and principals. 

• Experience creating and reading 2D CAD drawings.
• Experience with Microsoft products
• Experience with SolidWorks. 

MANAGEMENT/SUPERVISON: 

• None

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Frequently requires problem solving, analyzing and interpreting data, and extended focus.
• Position may requires sitting at a computer screen for extended periods of time.
• Understanding of deadlines within a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to compare and evaluate possible courses of conduct and act or make decisions after various possibilities have been considered.
• Ability to make effective and sound decisions having significant impact on the business.
• Regularly operates a personal computer and express or exchange ideas by means of the spoken word.
• Frequently involves sitting and simple grasping.
• Occasionally walks, stands, bends, squats, climbs, kneels, twists, power grasps, performs fine manipulation, push and pull, reach above and below shoulder level, lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision depth perception and ability to focus.

*WORK ENVIRONMENT: 

• Work in office environment  

• May occasionally be required to perform job duties outside the typical office setting. 

*As required by the Americans Disabilities Act (ADA) 

Watts in it for you:

Please note that the following benefits apply only to permanent roles and do not apply to internship roles.

• Competitive compensation based on your skills, qualifications and experience
• Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits
• Family building benefits, including paid maternity/paternity leave
• 10 paid holidays and Paid Time Off
• Continued professional development opportunities and educational reimbursement
• Additional perks such as fitness reimbursements and employee discount programs
• Learn more about our benefit offerings here: https://tapintowattsbenefits.com/

How we work:

At Watts, our culture is team-oriented and supportive. Employees here genuinely care about the quality of their work, and about each other. Our people are the heart of who we are and contribute to our longevity and continued success.

And this is a place where you can have a big career. No matter your role, there are opportunities for learning and development, and your daily contributions make a meaningful impact on the lives of people who use our products and on the future of water.

Watts is committed to equal employment opportunity. We follow a policy of administering all employment decisions and personnel actions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, national origin, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, genetic disposition or carrier status, marital status, military or veteran status, minorities, or any other category protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Consistent with the obligations of state and federal law, Watts will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Any employee who needs a reasonable accommodation should contact Human Resources.