Design Engineer:

JOB DESCRIPTION JOB TITLE:    Design Engineer
EMPLOYER:    F. P. Developments, Inc.
LOCATION:  402 S Main Street Williamstown, NJ 08094
DEPARTMENT: Engineering
REPORTS TO: Chris Pfleger
EFFECTIVE DATE: ASAP COMPANY OVERVIEW:  At FP Developments, Inc., we recognize that our employees are our greatest asset. We foster a supportive environment where each team member’s unique strengths and perspectives are valued. Our state-of-the-art, 25,000 sq. ft. climate-controlled facility is a hub for innovation and collaboration, empowering our team to grow both personally and professionally.
For 60 years, FP Developments has been a cornerstone in the pharmaceutical, biotech, and medical device industries. Established in 1963, we leverage the latest technologies and good old-fashioned ingenuity to solve today’s manufacturing and compliance challenges, consistently meeting our customers' specific requirements with precision and dedication. Join us and be a part of a legacy of quality and innovation.
F.P. offers full medical, dental, vision benefits as well as 401k matching, holidays and PTO. SUMMARY: As a Design Engineer at F.P. Developments, Inc. you will collaborate with sales, electrical, fabrication, and production teams on projects, and be responsible for carrying out a variety of engineering duties including designing, researching, and prototyping new concepts.  Your time will be split between your office, our manufacturing and assembly space, and client facilities.  You will also be responsible for maintaining and leveraging the library of design documents from past projects. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Collaborate with sales to review client requests for proposal and develop User Requirement Specifications.
• Build Functional Requirement Specifications for won contracts and align with purchasing on necessary components to source.
• Participate in the component and vendor selection process for projects
• Collaborate with sales, electrical, fabrication, and production teams to ensure final product meets client requirements.
• Participate in internal, factory, and client acceptance testing processes and contribute to organizational learning and issue resolution.
• Support installation teams in final product delivery.
• Finalize documentation and formalize lessons learned commentary.
• File documentation in line with storage structure and naming convention.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree (B.S.) in mechanical engineering, product design, or equivalent in related field.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills
• Ability to manage priorities and workflow
• Demonstrated ability to plan and organize projects effectively
• Proficient on MS Office
• Proficient in CAD SolidWorks

COMPETENCIES:

• Design -- Ability to read, interpret and create technical drawings and schematics;

Generates creative solutions; Translates concepts and information into images; Uses feedback to modify designs; Applies design principles; Demonstrates attention to detail.

• Problem Solving --Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations; Uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Written Communication-- Writes clearly and informatively; Edits work for spelling and grammar; Varies writing style to meet needs; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.
• Teamwork-- Balances team and individual responsibilities; Exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Continually required to stand, walk, sit
• Continually required to utilize hand and finger dexterity
• Occasionally required to climb, balance, bend, stoop, kneel or crawl
• Continually required to talk or hear
• Continually utilize visual acuity to operate equipment, read
  technical information, and/or use a keyboard
• Occasionally required to lift/push/carry items less than 25 pounds/ up to 25 pounds/ up to 50 pounds/ more than 50 pounds

• Frequently required to work near moving mechanical parts

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job.  It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or physical requirements.  Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential function