Staff Analyst, Valving and ControlsWork Mode: HybridLocation: Hybrid at Kohler, WIOpportunityResponsible for leading engineering subtasks of a complicated nature, scope consultation, and execution of technical designs for kitchen and bath products.Specific ResponsibilitiesPrimary Function:
Layout significant new components and products. Includes part tolerancing (GD&T), tolerance stack and evaluation of form, fit and function.
Performs assignments of a moderately broad technical scope.
Leads teams in Engineering best practices to practical problem-solving involving design and manufacturing.
Coordinate activities with Engineering Services to ensure that complete and accurate Engineering information (BOMs, drawings, product literature, etc.) is maintained in Kohler data systems.
Effectively work on multiple projects at the same time.
Additional Scope:
Maintain an up-to-date advanced knowledge of Kohler CAD software and related systems.
Capable of creating, managing and modifying advanced CAD models.
Familiarity with electro-mechanical system components, requirements, and general design.
Supervisory Relationships:
Receives general direction, however, exercises considerable discretion toward personal work details as well as other work details of other technical personnel.
Provides technical guidance to less experienced analysts and engineers.
Coordinates activities with other functional areas, suppliers, contractors, and consultants.
Communication:
Uses speaking, writing and active listening skills to effectively share information, express opinions, and motivate others to act.
Tailors presentations to the needs of the audience, while conveying mastery of the information and is persuasive.
Relationship Building:
Successfully establishes and maintains positive relationships with all contacts such as co-workers, suppliers, and customers.
Sought-after for team membership and technical expertise.
Calculated Risk Taker:
Makes appropriate decisions using support tools, accurate data, and critical thinking.
Can justify risk under critical review.
Analysis:
Creates multiple approaches to complex problems and then applies Engineering techniques such as Design for Six Sigma, FMEA and others to optimize a solution.
Design:
Develop and optimize robust component and detail specifications (usually detailed on Engineering drawings) to meet customer, Kohler and regulatory requirements.
Create/modifies designs for complex problems; integrates subsystems and components in total systems designs.
Plan:
Establishes priorities and action plans for multiple tasks.
Monitors and takes appropriate corrective action to achieve project objectives.
Qualification and Verification:
Using FMEA and other Engineering tools, translate customer, regulatory and reliability requirements into a qualification (verification) test plan, and measure the performance of the design (tooling / process) to the requirements.
Qualification: Proving out the design. Verification: Proving out the tooling.
Innovate:
Consistently generates/adopts original solutions to anticipate or address customer needs.
Skills/Requirements
Requires a Bachelor’s degree in a non-engineering discipline.
8 or more years work experience in an engineering environment.Past results include successful leadership of technically based projects.
Candidate will use Creo, Windchill, MS Excel, MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Project Online, MS Teams, and SAP daily. Preference to candidates with electronics prototyping experience (Arduino, Raspberry PI, etc).
#LI-SC2#LI-HybridApplicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.The salary range for this position is $83,300 - $105,200. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s experience, their education, and the work location. Available benefits include medical, dental, vision & 401k.Why Work at Kohler Co.?Kohler Co.'s mission is to contribute to a higher level of gracious living for those who are touched by our products and services. We understand that it takes investment in our associates’ development to make that happen. So, we offer ongoing investment in each individual’s personal development and the opportunity to collaborate with others across functions and roles at Kohler.In addition to the investment in your development, Kohler offers a benefits package including a competitive salary, health, vision, dental, 401(k) with company matching, and more!Important update for candidates applying to roles within Kohler Energy, including Power Systems, Engines, Home Energy, Kohler Uninterruptible Power, Clarke Energy, Curtis Instruments, and Heila Technologies.On November 6, Kohler Co. announced the strategic decision to establish Kohler Energy as a separate, independent business with Platinum Equity as the majority investment partner. Kohler will continue to stay invested in the Energy business following the closing and remains committed to supporting the acceleration of long-term growth strategies for both organizations. Talent and operational transition plans are underway, and Kohler Co. and Platinum Equity expect the agreement to close in the first half of 2024.Thank you for your interest in joining our growing team as we embark on the next phase of growth!About UsBeyond the competitive benefits and compensation, Kohler proudly offers a rich history, steeped in creativity and a commitment to our associates and communities. We invite you to learn more about our culture and company at www.kohlercompany.com .It is Kohler’s policy to recruit, hire, and promote qualified personnel in all job classifications without regard to race, creed, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran. If, as an individual with a disability, you need reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact kohlerjobs@kohler.com . Kohler Co. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.We invite you to learn more about equal employment opportunity by reviewing the FederalEEO is the Law (https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf) and theEEO is the Law Supplement (https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf) .
