Product Design Engineer

California Faucets is looking to bring on aProduct Design Engineer. This role is based on site in our Huntington Beach, CA facility. The hours for this position will be 8:00AM to 4:45PM - Monday through Friday.

Join the California Faucets Team!

For over 30 years, California Faucets continues to dominate the industry in providing custom made manufactured bath and kitchen products out of our factory in Huntington Beach, California. Founded in 1988, California Faucets began with a simple premise: to deliver high-quality and customizable decorative faucets in a timely manner, while providing unparalleled customer service. Thirty years later, these principles remain the core of our company culture. We sell primarily through plumbing showrooms and specifiers such as architects and contractors, and offer both stock and highly customizable products. That makes our supply chain, as well as our manufacturing environment, a bit more complex than most, but we don't believe in mass-produced products.

If we had to describe our company culture in one word it would be "yes." "Yes" to allowing customers to mix and match any handle with any spout in any finish. "Yes" to quick delivery. And, most importantly, "Yes" to unparalleled customer service. By joining our team, you'll help us ensure that we maintain the culture that makes "Yes" possible. In the spirit of "Yes", your great ideas will be warmly welcomed. From our products to our people, we’re truly unmatched! If you’re looking for a fast paced, innovative and welcoming workplace, then a career with our company is right for you.

What’s in it for you!

• 100% Employer-Paid Medical + Dental + Vision Insurance options for employees
• 401(K) Plan with company match
• Profit Sharing plan
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Basic Life and AD&D/Long Term Disability
• Paid time off
• Discounts on theme parks, movie tickets, sports, hotels and more
• Employee referral bonus program
• Employee Assistance Program

Additional voluntary benefits are also offered! Come be a part of something great!

Job Description/Essential Duties:

The Design Engineer is responsible for the following areas of responsibility:

• CAD Design
  • Use CAD system to design 3D detailed components
  • Create multi-level 3D assemblies
  • Create detailed component and assemble 2D print drawings
  • Use personal background/knowledge to contribute to product development
• Engineering Evaluation/Research
  • Perform first article inspection/evaluation of newly sourced product(s)
  • Perform physical functional testing of product(s) in test & assembly areas
  • Research or test material strengths, behaviors, physical properties, etc.
• Maintain Product Specifications
  • Use CAD system to perform changes and/or updates to product specifications sheets
  • Distribute product specifications to various departments within organization
• Bill of Materials (BOM)
  • Enter and maintain master BOM/Assembly drawings for all company products
  • Verify that BOMs in MRP system are identical to master drawings
  • Verify that part numbering is consistent throughout all BOMs
• Technical Writing
  • Create Product Installation Instructions
  • Update existing Installation Instruction to incorporate engineering changes
  • Assist in creating Work Instructions

• Additional Duties
  1. Interface and communicate with vendors/suppliers regarding product/part design and function
  2. Make significant decisions that impact the production and productivity of the business
  3. Exercise judgment which determines the efficiency and effectiveness of operations
  4. Adding input to major strategic and tactical decisions made to increase quality, safety, and productivity
  5. Performing additional assignments per management direction

Please note that this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

The Following Personal Attributes/Skills are Required:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Detail oriented with strong organizational skills
• Ability to problem solve and find/suggest solutions to issues at hand
• Ability to communicate effectively across departments at all levels of the organization
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Ability to generate results with minimal supervision
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize important tasks
• Ability to create a working environment of accountability, mutual trust, and respect
• Ability to travel domestically and/or internationally if required
• Ability to speak Spanish is a plus

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering)
• Minimum 5 years’ practical working experience with SolidWorks 3D CAD software
• Knowledge of basic drafting principles (e.g. dimensional and geometric tolerances)
• Ability to use various engineering tools (e.g. calipers, thread gages, etc.)
• Experience working with AutoCAD is a plus
• Knowledge of various metal manufacturing processes is a plus
• Experience working with multi-level BOMs is a plus
• Experience working with MRP/ERP systems is a plus