NPD Support Engineer

Tempur Sealy. Iconic brands. Storied history. Industry-leading innovation.

Tempur Sealy is committed to improving the sleep of more people every night all around the world. As a leading designer manufacturer distributor and retailer of bedding products worldwide we know how crucial a good night of sleep is to overall health and wellness. Utilizing over a century of knowledge and industry-leading innovation we deliver award-winning products that provide breakthrough sleep solutions to consumers in over 100 countries. Our highly recognized brands include Tempur-Pedic Sealy and Stearns & Foster. We hire people who have a passion for helping others find their best nights sleep. No matter what stage of your career you can build your future at Tempur Sealy!

This position supports specification management and new product launches for mattress and foundation components by developing models assemblies production drawings variances and building sequencing; conducting testing and analysis; and partnering cross-functionally to ensure specification accuracy and BOM alignment. This is a training position to expose an entry level Engineer to various aspects of NPD and provide a career path to grow with TSI.

Salary Range: $62000-$88000

Essential Duties Responsibilities and Key Results Area:

• Design & Modeling:
  • Design and develop 3D components and assemblies create and review detailed 2D production drawings manage engineering data Bills of Materials (BOMs) and design workflows utilizing SolidWorks PDM.
• Development and Testing
  • Support multiple product development teams through the participation in design of components subassemblies and finished goods.
  • Participate in prototype builds and pilots by assisting Development Engineer and Prototype lab.
  • Assist in the testing of components and final product in multiple labs including textile spring burn durability biomechanical and chemical.
• Operations:
  • Drive operational excellence through process improvement training quality assurance and tracking of key performance metrics.
  • Lead material component and product testingincluding development of specialized test equipment and analytical methodsto validate product performance and meet company standards.
  • Support supplier qualification and research operations through compliance testing equipment maintenance shipping/receiving 6S activities and general lab support.
• Communications:
  • Collaborate across functions to support specification management system transitions (Dynamics AX 2012 and PDM) and administrative activities that enable efficient product development and on-time project delivery.

Other primary duties and responsibilities include the following; however Management reserves the right to assign or reassign other appropriate duties to this job at any time. This document excludes the marginal functions of the position that are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties.

Ideal Candidate Possesses These Attributes:

• Strong analytical abilities adaptability in fast-paced environments and the resilience to move work forward while seeking and incorporating input from others.
• Good communication presentation and analytical skills
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Software Programs (Word Excel PowerPoint etc...)
• Broad project management skills and disciplined in developing objectives action plans and effective in defending and selling decisions with confidence
• Strong 6-sigma understanding and experience LEAN manufacturing process knowledge and technical skills.

Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline
• Software: High proficiency in SolidWorks Dynamix AX 2012 D365 or similar environment utilizing PDM concepts and applications

Work Environment/Physical Requirements:Fast-paced corporate office environment. Some stress may occur. Regular travel is not expected in this position; however travel around scheduled projects such as program rollouts may be necessary.

Tempur Sealy is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type based upon race color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws.