nord
05-18-2010, 08:28 PM
Kind of a Techie Topic
K2 is looking for a Snowboard Binding Design Engineer.
Lots of travel 22+ weeks a year. Probably travel to China not to ski areas. I think its probably a tough job with long hours and fairly low pay for the job requirements and resposibilies.
Posted at
http://seattle.craigslist.org/see/egr/1741141554.html
Job Listing is Pasted below
K2 Sports is seeking a Design Engineer--Snowboard Bindings to join the Product Development team. Primary responsibility is engineering development of the binding product line. Working with the Category Manager and Sr. Design Engineer or Product Manager, develop a product line that meets quality needs, delivery goals, value objectives, cost targets, budget limits and innovation needs to be competitive in the market.
PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES
1. BINDING DEVELOPMENT
A. Following the goals and objectives set by the Category Manager and Product Manager, utilize available development resources (Factories, ID firms, Graphic Design, in-house resources, etc.) to engineer a product line that:
i. Meets the needs of the appropriate riders (Team, novice-advanced rider, rental shop) for fit, durability, performance, convenience, comfort, and any other objectives
ii. Meets unit cost targets for each model
iii. Doesn’t violate competitor patents. Create new patents for “K2 Sports” where possible.
B. Manage generation, approval, and filing of 3D solid model and 2D drawing files.
C. Execute product test plan to ensure that designs meet performance and durability targets. Utilize FEA, factory test labs, Vashon Test Lab, Team riders and on-snow test group.
D. Material selection that balances performance, durability and cost.
E. Execute production buy-off of all components.
F. Support Product Manager in executing graphic sampling and buy-off to meet the goals of the creative department and also meets unit cost targets.
G. Support Product Manager in executing generation, and manage the sampling & buy-off of all binding packaging material, including Box, Warranty Card, Instruction Manual, etc.
H. Support Product Manager in achieving on-time full binding buy-off to get sample and production bindings delivered on time.
2. LINE MANAGEMENT
A. Develop, coordinate, maintain, and communicate detailed Development Plans, schedules and Hit Lists.
B. Maintain up-to-date database of 3D solid model and 2D drawing files.
3. QUALITY ASSURANCE AND WARRANTY
A. Approval of specifications for quality control of parts and processes.
B. Confirmation that QC processes are efficient and effective.
C. Establish suspect or high wear parts and work with Warranty to prepare and stock appropriate replacement part quantities.
4. SALES & MARKETING.
A. Maintain market awareness through interaction with the team, dealers and sales force, on hill experience, trade show research, shop visits, and other interaction.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
1. Education/Training:
A. BS in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent)
2. Experience
3. Must be a Snowboarder
4. Travel
A. Must be able to travel frequently. As a minimum, must be able to make the following trips:
i. SIA (1 week total) in January
ii. On-Snow Demos (1-2 weeks total) in February
iii. Development On-Site Factory Support (10+ weeks total)
1. 2 weeks in March-April
2. 2 weeks in May-June
3. 2 weeks in July-August
4. 2 weeks in September-October
5. 2 weeks in November-February
iv. On-Snow Testing (as necessary)
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
1. Work Experience
A. Experience in manufacturing (plastic processing, metal processing, and assembly).
B. Experience with CAD/FEA software (ProE/Mechanica preferred).
C. Experience initiating and completing design projects from concept through production.
D. Experience setting-up, running, and analyzing experiments.
E. Experience setting-up specifications for quality control and analyzing quality control data.
2. Skill Ability
A. Knowledge: Well versed in all aspects of development and manufacturing including prototyping, CAD, FEA, tool making, material selection, component selection, injection molding, metal processing, assembly. Must have an in depth knowledge of the snowboard market.
B. Mental: Must be willing to travel to trade shows, test sessions, and factories. Must be self-motivated and able to manage projects at the factory. Must have attention to detail for design, buy-off, and quality control. Must be able to manage a wide range of projects from engineering to aesthetics. Must be patient enough to deal with the language barrier. Must be strong willed to hold our position at the factory.
C. Interpersonal: Must be able to motivate factory to focus on our projects. Must be able to clearly communicate while traveling. Must be able to work in a team environment.
Interested candidates please visit http://erecruit.jarden.com to access all K2 Sports job opportunities posted on the website of our parent company Jarden Corporation. Only potential candidates will be contacted. All resumes will remain confidential. K2 Sports is an Equal Opportunity Employer. K2 Sports is a Division of Jarden Corporation.
K2 is looking for a Snowboard Binding Design Engineer.
Lots of travel 22+ weeks a year. Probably travel to China not to ski areas. I think its probably a tough job with long hours and fairly low pay for the job requirements and resposibilies.
Posted at
http://seattle.craigslist.org/see/egr/1741141554.html
Job Listing is Pasted below
K2 Sports is seeking a Design Engineer--Snowboard Bindings to join the Product Development team. Primary responsibility is engineering development of the binding product line. Working with the Category Manager and Sr. Design Engineer or Product Manager, develop a product line that meets quality needs, delivery goals, value objectives, cost targets, budget limits and innovation needs to be competitive in the market.
PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES
1. BINDING DEVELOPMENT
A. Following the goals and objectives set by the Category Manager and Product Manager, utilize available development resources (Factories, ID firms, Graphic Design, in-house resources, etc.) to engineer a product line that:
i. Meets the needs of the appropriate riders (Team, novice-advanced rider, rental shop) for fit, durability, performance, convenience, comfort, and any other objectives
ii. Meets unit cost targets for each model
iii. Doesn’t violate competitor patents. Create new patents for “K2 Sports” where possible.
B. Manage generation, approval, and filing of 3D solid model and 2D drawing files.
C. Execute product test plan to ensure that designs meet performance and durability targets. Utilize FEA, factory test labs, Vashon Test Lab, Team riders and on-snow test group.
D. Material selection that balances performance, durability and cost.
E. Execute production buy-off of all components.
F. Support Product Manager in executing graphic sampling and buy-off to meet the goals of the creative department and also meets unit cost targets.
G. Support Product Manager in executing generation, and manage the sampling & buy-off of all binding packaging material, including Box, Warranty Card, Instruction Manual, etc.
H. Support Product Manager in achieving on-time full binding buy-off to get sample and production bindings delivered on time.
2. LINE MANAGEMENT
A. Develop, coordinate, maintain, and communicate detailed Development Plans, schedules and Hit Lists.
B. Maintain up-to-date database of 3D solid model and 2D drawing files.
3. QUALITY ASSURANCE AND WARRANTY
A. Approval of specifications for quality control of parts and processes.
B. Confirmation that QC processes are efficient and effective.
C. Establish suspect or high wear parts and work with Warranty to prepare and stock appropriate replacement part quantities.
4. SALES & MARKETING.
A. Maintain market awareness through interaction with the team, dealers and sales force, on hill experience, trade show research, shop visits, and other interaction.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
1. Education/Training:
A. BS in Mechanical Engineering (or equivalent)
2. Experience
3. Must be a Snowboarder
4. Travel
A. Must be able to travel frequently. As a minimum, must be able to make the following trips:
i. SIA (1 week total) in January
ii. On-Snow Demos (1-2 weeks total) in February
iii. Development On-Site Factory Support (10+ weeks total)
1. 2 weeks in March-April
2. 2 weeks in May-June
3. 2 weeks in July-August
4. 2 weeks in September-October
5. 2 weeks in November-February
iv. On-Snow Testing (as necessary)
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
1. Work Experience
A. Experience in manufacturing (plastic processing, metal processing, and assembly).
B. Experience with CAD/FEA software (ProE/Mechanica preferred).
C. Experience initiating and completing design projects from concept through production.
D. Experience setting-up, running, and analyzing experiments.
E. Experience setting-up specifications for quality control and analyzing quality control data.
2. Skill Ability
A. Knowledge: Well versed in all aspects of development and manufacturing including prototyping, CAD, FEA, tool making, material selection, component selection, injection molding, metal processing, assembly. Must have an in depth knowledge of the snowboard market.
B. Mental: Must be willing to travel to trade shows, test sessions, and factories. Must be self-motivated and able to manage projects at the factory. Must have attention to detail for design, buy-off, and quality control. Must be able to manage a wide range of projects from engineering to aesthetics. Must be patient enough to deal with the language barrier. Must be strong willed to hold our position at the factory.
C. Interpersonal: Must be able to motivate factory to focus on our projects. Must be able to clearly communicate while traveling. Must be able to work in a team environment.
Interested candidates please visit http://erecruit.jarden.com to access all K2 Sports job opportunities posted on the website of our parent company Jarden Corporation. Only potential candidates will be contacted. All resumes will remain confidential. K2 Sports is an Equal Opportunity Employer. K2 Sports is a Division of Jarden Corporation.