Senior Project Engineer

Your Role at Batesville:

As a Senior Project Engineer
, you will be responsible for managing and leading the timely, effective completion of multi-site projects aimed at lowering costs or improving processes and quality. Provide engineering support to the entire Batesville Supply Chain (operations and logistics) to drive improvements in areas of safety, quality, cost, and delivery.

• Batesville is a family. You will be part of a family of highly committed associates who are passionate about our company, committed to our customers and excited about our future.
• The salary range will be based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to qualifications, skills, experience, and location.
• In addition to base salary, this position may be eligible for performance-based bonuses or other forms of incentive compensation.
• IMMEDIATE ELIGIBILITY – Comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance, as well as prescription coverage, short-term disability, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and more.
• Generous 401K Matching Program
• Paid time off
• Opportunities for development and advancement

• Project Implementation
  • Act as project manager for strategic sourcing, product redesign and process improvement projects
  • Organize, develop, and execute project timelines and deliverables
• Change Management
  • Present and manage product and process change proposals
  • Develop, revise, approve specifications for parts/products
  • Conduct trials and tests to support the approval of products and processes
• Capital Projects
  • Develop and gain approval for funding requests
  • Manage capital projects and budgets
• Improvement Opportunities
  • Identify opportunities for improvements in products and/or processes
  • Lead the financial analysis and feasibility studies of proposed changes
  • Organize and lead benchmarking opportunities and idea generation events
• Design and Engineering Principles
  • Execute principals of design and engineering philosophies
  • Read, analyze, and develop part prints.
  • Act as technical expert for design criteria
  • Assure system and product quality by designing and executing testing methods
  • Collect and interpret data through research and measurement
• Lean Business Principles
  • Lead and participate in CI events and other Lean initiatives company wide
  • Follow and Tech Lean principles and practices
• Other
  • Perform supplier audits and aid with quality issue resolution
  • Other duties may be assigned

• Bachelor’s degree (B.S./B.A.) or equivalent from a college or university in engineering or related field
• Minimum of 5 years related engineering experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience with an emphasis in project management, product design, or similar engineering disciplines

• Ability to work independently and solve problems
• Strong analytical, organizational, strategic thinking and decision-making skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate and present to all levels of the organization and across functional groups
• Ability to multi-task and manage many responsibilities and projects at one time
• Passion for learning and continuous improvement
• Computer skills including proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Ability to use 3D CAD software
• Three or more years of engineering experience in a manufacturing environment required
• Practical application of Lean manufacturing techniques such as JIT, material flow, and waste elimination required.
• Proficiency with LEAN principles and problem-solving techniques including value stream mapping, A3’s, 5S, 3P, time observations and standardization, glass walls, and policy deployment required
• Functional knowledge of FMEA process preferred
• Familiarity with Six Sigma and/or principles in statistical control preferred
• Knowledge of JD Edwards or similar ERP system preferred
• Metal fabrication / industry knowledge required
• Wood processing / fabrication / industry knowledge required

To perform this job successfully, the physical demands listed are representative of those that must be met by an employee. Reasonable accommodation(s) may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, use hands to handle and feel, reach with hands and arms, talk, and hear. The employee may occasionally be required to crouch, or lift items as heavy as 25 lbs. This job may require the employee to see with clarity at both near and far distances.