
Product Design Engineer - Telecom Products
- Sioux City, IA
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Works with the Telecom Products Group, Sabre Site Solutions group, Small Cell Products group and others to create and implement new innovative products, improve and standardize products and reduce costs
- Designs aesthetically pleasing, thermally efficient and structurally sound products using FEA and other analysis methods to check and optimize designs
- Produces production ready designs and drawings considering production feasibility, cost, manufacturability, labor requirements, shipping, and design accuracy
- Maintain and improve catalog part number system to assist with reducing inventory and train others on the aspects of the system and how it works. Coordinates design and documentation for packaging requirements working with drafting, inventory and shipping departments, other internal groups, and vendors
- Works with internal cross-functional teams to determine make vs buy, identify new potential vendors, select appropriate vendors for parts and kits, standardize technical portion of vendor audits, develop relationships with vendors to understand capabilities, and ensure designs are not limited to a single source product or vendor.
- Assists Operations, Manufacturing and Shipping teams to design jigs, fixtures and processes for manufacturing and packaging among all Telecom product groups as requested.
- Recommends/implements design changes for reduction in production cycle times, optimal cost efficiency, universal component use and ease of assembly
- Support development and implementation of manufacturing processes and procedures to improve efficiency, reduce costs and enhance product quality
- Identify internal process improvement opportunities and work with cross-functional teams to develop and implement solutions.
- Evaluates customer design specifications and assures compliance throughout development cycle
- Assist with creation and implementation of virtual documentation and step-by-step videos for products to reduce/eliminate amount of paper and printouts required for shipping and installation documentation.
- Coordinates testing required by customers and/or industry for product approvals and work with internal teams to develop test procedures and design fixtures for testing
- Research new materials and applicability for use in current and future designs
- Demonstrates technical product knowledge, design configurations, concepts and limitations and quality processes
- Acquires knowledge and assures adherence to all Sabre procedures and policy for engineering, production, tracking and follow-up
- Travels with overnight stays to customer and vendor locations as needed
- Support sales teams and attend customer meetings, trade shows and conference
- Communicates real time updates to Engineering Supervisor - Telecom Products and VP Engineering Solutions
- Knowledge of the practical application of engineering science and technology. This includes applying principles, techniques, procedures, and equipment to the design and production of various goods and services.
- Knowledge and proficient use of SolidWorks 3D design software. Preferably 3 years min experience.
- Proficiency in creating drawings for manufacturability
- Familiarity with other CAD systems is desired
- Knowledge and proficient use of Microsoft Office applications
- Knowledge of welding and annotating welds in drawings desirable
- Knowledge of materials, methods, and the tools involved in sheet metal cabinet construction, tubular steel, and pole construction an asset
- Knowledge of manufacturing processes, tooling, and assembly is preferred. Hands on experience is a plus.
- Knowledge of documentation for packaging, shipping, procurement, or in-field assembly is a plus.
- Experience with PDM and document control preferred
- Knowledge and experience evaluating design tradeoffs to achieve the most efficient cost- effective designs.
- Knowledge of design techniques, tools, and principals involved in production of technical drawings and models.
- Telecom experience is a plus, especially the wireless industry
- Professional and effective English communication skills. Ability to communicate information through speech and in writing to be easily understood by all personnel, internal and external. Must maintain a level of confidentiality.
- Must work well in a fast-paced R&D team environment but also thrive in an entrepreneurial environment, where independent critical thinking and quick execution is valued
- Must be coachable and flexible to meet the demands of the telecom industry
- Self-starter; can be depended on to complete tasks under minimal supervision
- Must be focused, versatile, dependable, multi-task oriented, flexible, and able to adapt effectively to challenges
- Ability to stay abreast of industry trends, best practice, and customer standards
- Must have excellent organizational skills, follow-up, follow-through, and strong attention to detail
- Must have a current, valid driver's license and meet Sabre's vehicle insurability requirements
- Regular and timely attendance is required
- Demonstrated ability to work with frequent interruptions in work flow and constantly changing priorities
- Must be able to remain in a stationary position for extended periods of time with the ability to move throughout the office or outside manufacturing plant as needed
- Must be able to perform physical activities that require use of fingers, hands and arms, such as sitting, typing, using office equipment and reaching
- Some additional physical activities may require walking, stooping, bending, twisting and handling of materials
- Position requires manual dexterity, arm-hand steadiness and a safety-minded individual
- Must have the ability to concentrate on tasks for long periods of time and be able to observe and receive information from all relevant sources
- Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
- 401(k) with Company Match
- Continuing Education & Tuition Reimbursement
- Life and Disability Coverage
- Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
- Health and Wellness Resources
- Employee Discounts
- Integrity- We are integrous. We build trust and respect every day and it is the foundational value we stand tall on.
- Commitment - We stay committed. We empower each other to take ownership of our goals and we execute together.
- Innovation- We remain innovative. It's in our nature to deliver the highest quality and best in class solutions.
- Connection- We are connected. We connect our diverse cultures and will continue to connect the inclusive communities we serve.