Product Information Engineer 1

JOB SUMMARY:

Responsibilities across all phases of assigned engineering projects to ensure the objectives of quality, time, and cost are met. Prepares project schedules and reviews cost estimates, compiles required cost and equipment information, and writes appropriation requests. Responsible for effective communication of engineering information among team members. Follows the structure of the Pella Project Management, Safety, Continuous Improvement and Quality Systems throughout project execution. Investigates problems and requirements of projects and develops plans for solutions in line with economic, personnel, and environmental considerations.

QUALIFICATIONS:

EXPERIENCE: Entry level; 1-3 years combined engineering experience. Previous Co-op experience preferred.

EDUCATION AND DEVELOPMENT: Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Math, or relevant Science or combination of education and experience. Responsible for ongoing development of technical and leadership competencies.

Computer skills: Word, Excel, Power Point, Agile, Oracle, MP2, CAD/3D Modeling (preferred, not required)

Certificates, licenses, and registrations: None required

Leadership competencies: Apply technical and functional expertise, Manage and improve processes, Foster collaboration, Build Relationships, Drive execution

TO PERFORM THE JOB SUCCESSFULLY, THE INDIVIDUAL SHOULD DEMONSTRATE THE FOLLOWING COMPETENCIES:

• Analytical - Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data; Designs work flows and procedures.

• Design - Generates creative solutions; Translates concepts and information into images; Uses feedback to modify designs; Applies design principles; Demonstrates attention to detail.

• Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.

• Project Management - Develops project plans; Coordinates projects; Communicates changes and progress; Completes projects on time and budget; Manages project team activities.

• Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others.

• Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; Responds promptly to customer needs; Solicits customer feedback to improve service ; Responds to requests for service and assistance; Meets commitments.

• Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; Maintains confidentiality; Listens to others without interrupting; Keeps emotions under control; Remains open to others' ideas and tries new things.

• Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Demonstrates group presentation skills; Participates in meetings.

• Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.

• Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.

• Judgment - Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions.

• Motivation - Sets and achieves challenging goals; Demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles; Measures self against standard of excellence; Takes calculated risks to accomplish goals.

• Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; Uses time efficiently; Plans for additional resources; Sets goals and objectives; Organizes or schedules other people and their tasks; Develops realistic action plans.

• Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Reacts well under pressure; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.

• Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.

• Quantity - Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly.

• Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions ; Uses equipment and materials properly.

• Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; Manages competing demands; Changes approach or method to best fit the situation; Able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.

• Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; Ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; Arrives at meetings and appointments on time.

• Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Keeps commitments; Commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals.; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.

• Initiative - Volunteers readily; Undertakes self-development activities; Seeks increased responsibilities; Takes independent actions and calculated risks; Looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; Asks for and offers help when needed.

• Innovation - Displays original thinking and creativity; Meets challenges with resourcefulness; Generates suggestions for improving work; Develops innovative approaches and ideas; Presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others' attention.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

SCOPE: Projects and tasks as assigned by supervisor. Entry level position working within a team environment.

SUPERVISING OTHERS: Primarily an individual contributor role; may supervise non-exempt and hourly employees

APPLICATION OF KNOWLEDGE: Performs work which requires direct application of engineering skills to conventional types of tasks, some having complex features. Begins to develop competency in multiple engineering technologies. Gains exposure to Pella's application of engineering technologies within the fenestration industry. Learns how to apply engineering tools to deliver business results.

JUDGMENT: Evaluates, selects and applies standard engineering and scientific techniques, processes, and criteria, using judgment in making minor adaptations and modifications. Assignments have clear, specific objectives and require investigation of a limited number of variables

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES – : Product Information Engineer I: Job Code # 06686

Responsibilities: 

• Demonstrates the “Pella Total Competitiveness System” through projects associated with growth, customer satisfaction, and profitability. 

• Develops / owns / coordinates SID (Synergy Item Database) and PIT (Part Information Tracking) data. 

• Works with supply management, product management, process design, product design and plant teams to determine material inventory attributes such as lineal lengths, number of lengths, make vs. buy, lead time analysis, vertical paint vs. SUP (Single Unit Paint cell), pan sizes, usage by ORG (Organizations), etc. 

• Partners with supply management to monitor acquisition of new parts to match the needs of project timelines.

• Responsible for BOM updates within Oracle, including updating flat BOMs and setting up systems CO’s for implementation of configurator changes. Able to make IT Configurator changes (preferred, not required).

• Generates the Master BOM by understanding the product changes, interpreting engineering print structure, translating to the flat BOM format, and generates pick rules for IT to use. 

• Works with Product Drafting, Product Engineers and Process Engineering. 

• Point person to answer questions from IT and leads engineering efforts during system integration testing. 

• Create and maintain tools to assist in checking orders during integration testing.

• Develops obsolescence parts list and tracks inventory levels during projects to reduce costs associated with obsolete scrap. 

• Works with the project team, supply management, and plant stockrooms to minimize and control inventory throughout the project phase. 

• Works with product management to identify service items to understand future inventory needs. 

• Identifies opportunities to improve information related processes and plays an active role in driving process changes that improve efficiency. Leads and/or participates in project related events. 

• Develops project estimates for time, cost, and quality. 

• Submits and tracks RFQs (Request for Quotes) through Supply Management and reports information back to engineers. 

• Validates BOM of existing products. Submit test reports and certification drawings and applications WDMA, NFRC, TDI and FPAS. 

• Assist with the creation of drawing packs.

• Updates and maintains certification tables used to generate label information. Verifies this information during the implementation phase of a project. Manages certification expiration information with engineering guidance.

• Works with Product Management and drafting to set-up the Service Parts Plan and associated documentation mark-ups. Owns service parts catalog information transfer.

• Creates and modifies installation instructions. Delivers necessary product descriptions, performance information and cross sections to the ADM (Architectural Design Manual) team.

• Work hours: Normal + irregular hours/shifts required

• Travel expectations: 10% travel expected. May have periods of heavier travel.