Engineering Associate

Job description

Location: West Chicago, IL and/or Colfax,NC Department: R&D – Door Exterior Engineering Reports To: Engineering Manager Position Summary: As an Associate Engineer within the OC Doors R&D Exterior Engineering team, you will support research, design, validation, and continuous improvement of exterior doors and door components. You will support engineering execution from concept through production implementation, collaborating closely with cross functional partners in manufacturing, quality, sourcing, and testing. This position is ideal for an engineer who thrives in hands on problem solving, and detailed mechanical design within a fast-paced environment with functional partners in manufacturing, quality, sourcing, and testing. Key Responsibilities: - Assist in mechanical design and engineering deliverables for exterior door systems, components, and assemblies. - Create and update detailed dimensioned drawings to meet part or assembly specifications. - Create detailed documentation such as test reports, design reviews, and bill of materials. - Work closely with manufacturing plant teams to resolve production issues, qualify new suppliers, and support process changes. - Collaborate wit...