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Oldcastle BuildingEnvelope
Product Engineer (Bill of Materials)
Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed
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What they do
An Estimator provides cost estimates for a project, based on an evaluation of the materials, labor, time and equipment needed to complete the project. May specialize in many aspects of construction or in manufacturing and design industries.
$67,502 / year median in Wisconsin
+5% projected growth
Job Description
Come Join Us! From apartments in New York to hospitals and stadiums in Dallas, libraries at prestigious universities to creating modern retail experiences, our teams contribute architectural glass and building products to projects that shape the way people live, work, heal, learn, and play. At OBE, the work of our employees truly matters. With over 6,500 employees, we operate more than 80 manufacturing and distribution facilities in five countries. You can see some of our favorite projects here . Start your journey with OBE and help us build the future. What You'll Get to Do The Product Engineer interprets information, approvals, and drawings and then uses this information to present project requirements and product applications for operations to produce. They will utilize software packages to generate a bill of materials and manufacturing drawings for custom architectural window projects. They will also support manufacturing by trouble shooting project challenges and occasionally visit test labs or job sites to aid in keeping projects on track.
Job responsibilities include:
Ability to read architectural drawings. Utilize software packages to generate complete and accurate information for a given project. (ie AutoCAD, ERP
). Utilize Excel and in-house configuration software to process project information. Research and analyze the sales, estimating, and production requirements of a given order or window series Research and analyze the engineering product standards and requirements of a project Produce output material at a high level of accuracy Communicate effectively and efficiently with manufacturing and other departments as needed. Ability to navigate shop floor and trouble shoot engineering issues. Champion safety, culture and process improvement Adherence to all safety policies and procedures What We Are Looking For High school diploma or GED Associate's degree in a related program is preferred Proven proficiency in utilizing Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Powerpoint), with a good working knowledge of Excel. Basic knowledge of computers and preferred programs. (Preference, ERP, or AutoCAD) Possess an ability to self-check work to ensure accuracy Strong working knowledge of mathematics (e.g. algebra, trigonometry, etc.) Ability to troubleshoot problems and arrive at a logical solution Ability to self-manage workload with minimal supervision Aluminum window experience is preferred but other related fields are welcome What OBE Offers You Benefits that benefit you- industry competitive benefits at the lowest cost to the employee Work-life balance
- PTO and holidays, including floating holidays you can choose Compensation that rewards your hard work
- A pay-for-performance culture with potential for annual raises and bonuses Training
- We will equip you with the knowledge and skills you need to succeed OBE Privacy Policy OBE will not discharge or discriminate against employees or applicants for discussing, disclosing, or inquiring about their own or others' pay.