Design and Change Control Engineer

Location: West Haven, CT

Time Type: Full time

Job Description

KX Technologies LLC

As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings—which is backed by Berkshire Hathaway—you’ll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We’re committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone’s empowered to be their best.

The Design and Change Control Engineer supports product design and owns the engineering change (EC) process. This role splits time between design work on new and existing products and managing engineering changes from request through release. The role works with engineering, manufacturing, quality, and supply chain to make sure designs and changes are accurate, on time, and meet company and industry requirements. The role will also be part of our centralized Design team, where they will support the design of global water filtration products. 

Design Responsibilities 

• Create and update 3D models and detailed drawings in SolidWorks for new product development and existing products. 

• Design filtration components, housings, and test fixtures under the direction of senior engineers. 

• Apply dimensioning and tolerancing standards (GD&T) and perform basic tolerance checks. 

• Support prototype builds, 3D printing, and design verification testing. 

• Work with suppliers on part manufacturability, including injection molded parts. 

• Support cost reduction and sustaining engineering projects. 

Change Control Responsibilities 

• Own the EC process, including ECR, ECO, and ECN. Receive requests and align with stakeholders on priority and ownership. 

• Facilitate impact reviews and approvals. Participate on the EC Board. 

• Implement changes in Epicor and maintain drawings, specifications, and bills of materials. 

• Check work for accuracy and completeness, and maintain EC records. 

• Maintain and improve change control tools and workflows. 

• Provide training and support to other teams, and support internal and external audits. 

General Responsibilities 

• Lead engineering and cross-functional projects of low to moderate complexity from planning through completion. 

• Develop project plans, coordinate activities, track progress, and communicate status, risks, and decisions. 

• Work across engineering, manufacturing, quality, supply chain, and other functions to resolve issues and meet project objectives. 

• Manage multiple priorities and complete work accurately and on schedule. 

• Identify and implement practical improvements to products, processes, tools, and documentation. 

• Follow company quality, safety, regulatory, and documentation requirements. 
  
  

Requirements 

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field. 

• 2+ years’ experience in design engineering, engineering change control, or both, in a manufacturing environment. 

• Proficiency with SolidWorks, including detailed drawings. 

• Working knowledge of GD&T. 

• Experience with an engineering change process. 

• Experience entering and updating item and bill of materials records in an ERP system. Epicor preferred. 

• Strong attention to detail and clear written and verbal communication. 

Nice to Have 

• Plastic part design and injection molding experience. 

• Knowledge of water filtration products and regulatory requirements, such as NSF/ANSI standards. 

• Experience with ISO-based quality systems. 

• Experience with Monday.com or similar workflow tools. 

Salary Range:

$75,000 - $80,000

Location:

West Haven, CT (On-site)

Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all applicants will be considered for employment without attention to their membership in any protected class. If you require any reasonable accommodation to complete your application or any part of the recruiting process, please email your request to careers@marmon.com, and please be sure to include the title and the location of the position for which you are applying.