Engineering

Product engineer

PRODUCT ENGINEER.

waco, texas

Posted 9 days ago

Closes 10/30/2026 Job details Summary Spherion

$80000.00 - $120000.00 per hour

Permanent

7:00 AM - 4:00 PM (Various Shifts Available)

Industry

engineering (Architecture and Engineering Occupations)

Reference number

S_179663

We are seeking a hands-on Product Engineer to design, develop, and refine nonwoven product solutions and manufacturing processes. Operating out of a major 250,000+ square foot facility in Texas, you will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to ensure automotive, industrial, and consumer products meet precise customer specifications and high-quality standards. You will play a vital role in analyzing production data, implementing Lean techniques, troubleshooting quality issues, and driving cost-saving operational improvements.

Responsibilities:

Product & Process Design:

Design, develop, and enhance products and production processes to optimize manufacturing efficiency, quality, and output.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

Partner with sales, technicians, and manufacturing teams to align production with customer specifications and drive cost-saving measures.

Quality & Technical Documentation:

Create and maintain key product documentation including design specifications, test procedures, BOMs, Process Flows, and FMEAs.

Data Analysis & Optimization:

Generate production metrics, conduct experiments, and implement process control systems to identify and resolve quality or operational bottlenecks. ...

Troubleshooting & Innovation:

Investigate new manufacturing technologies, stay updated on industry trends, and troubleshoot real-time production issues related to design and quality.

Working hours:

7:00 AM - 4:00 PM (Various Shifts Available)

Skills:

Continuous Improvement:

Active experience with Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma methodologies.

Nonwoven Expertise:

Familiarity with natural and synthetic fiber processing or acoustical/industrial nonwoven components.

Education:

Bachelors Experience:

1-4 years

Qualifications:

Education & Work Experience:

Bachelor?s degree in Engineering (or equivalent practical experience), along with several years of manufacturing experience including a track record in a supervisory or management capacity.

Technical & Process Mastery:

Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, equipment, and quality control systems. Demonstrated experience building and maintaining BOMs, Process Flows, and FMEAs.

Data & Problem-Solving:

Excellent analytical and troubleshooting skills with the ability to run product experiments, generate production metrics, and implement process control systems.

Leadership & Communication:

Strong interpersonal skills with proven capability to lead, motivate production staff, and collaborate effectively with sales and cross-functional teams.

Software & Project Oversight:

Proficient computer skills (industry-relevant software) combined with project management and budgeting experience.

Mobility:

Ability and willingness to travel overnight for business as needed. If you are ready to drive manufacturing innovation and advance your engineering career, Spherion wants to hear from you! Click the Now button to submit your resume and cover letter to a Spherion recruiter today. Spherion has helped thousands of people just like you find work happiness! Our experienced staff will listen carefully to your employment needs and then work diligently to match your skills and qualifications to the right job and company. Whether you're looking for temporary, temp-to-perm or direct hire opportunities, no one works harder for you than Spherion.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status. At Spherion, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact Callcenter@spherion.com. Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Spherion offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility). Show more

key responsibilities

Product & Process Design:

Design, develop, and enhance products and production processes to optimize manufacturing efficiency, quality, and output.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

Partner with sales, technicians, and manufacturing teams to align production with customer specifications and drive cost-saving measures.

Quality & Technical Documentation:

Create and maintain key product documentation including design specifications, test procedures, BOMs, Process Flows, and FMEAs.

Data Analysis & Optimization:

Generate production metrics, conduct experiments, and implement process control systems to identify and resolve quality or operational bottlenecks.

Troubleshooting & Innovation:

Investigate new manufacturing technologies, stay updated on industry trends, and troubleshoot real-time production issues related to design and quality. experience 1-4 years skills

Continuous Improvement:

Active experience with Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma methodologies.

Nonwoven Expertise:

Familiarity with natural and synthetic fiber processing or acoustical/industrial nonwoven components. qualifications

Education & Work Experience:

Bachelor?s degree in Engineering (or equivalent practical experience), along with several years of manufacturing experience including a track record in a supervisory or management capacity.

Technical & Process Mastery:

Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, equipment, and quality control systems. Demonstrated experience building and maintaining BOMs, Process Flows, and FMEAs.

Data & Problem-Solving:

Excellent analytical and troubleshooting skills with the ability to run product experiments, generate production metrics, and implement process control systems.

Leadership & Communication:

Strong interpersonal skills with proven capability to lead, motivate production staff, and collaborate effectively with sales and cross-functional teams.

Software & Project Oversight:

Proficient computer skills (industry-relevant software) combined with project management and budgeting experience.

Mobility:

Ability and willingness to travel overnight for business as needed. education Bachelors share this job.

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