The Staff Engineer Product serves as a recognizedtechnical authority responsible for leading complex product developmentengineering initiatives within the Sterling Vikrell portfolio. This role drivesthe design development and continuous improvement of products processes andsystems applying advanced engineering expertise and judgment to solve highlycomplex problems and deliver innovative high-quality solutions.
The Staff Engineer partners cross-functionally to definetechnical direction assess feasibility of new concepts and ensure engineeringexcellence across product lifecyclesfrom early concept throughcommercialization and ongoing optimization. This role plays a critical part inadvancing product performance manufacturability and cost efficiency whileinfluencing broader engineering standards and best practices.
This position operates as an expert individual contributorwith enterprise-level impact and acts as a key technical resource acrossproduct development initiatives. Key Responsibilities
Product Development & Engineering Leadership
Lead the design and development of complex and innovative Vikrell products ensuring alignment to performance manufacturability cost and quality targets
Provide technical leadership across product development efforts including concept development engineering validation and commercialization
Solve complex and ambiguous engineering challenges using advanced analysis and sound engineering judgment
Feasibility & Technical Assessment
Define and execute feasibility studies to evaluate new product concepts materials technologies and manufacturing approaches
Conduct cost-benefit and risk analysis to support decision-making on product and process changes
Assess and validate the technical soundness of proposed engineering solutions
Process & Manufacturing Engineering
Design and optimize manufacturing processes and systems to improve efficiency consistency and product quality
Analyze production challenges and implement engineering solutions to enhance Vikrell manufacturing performance
Support equipment tooling and process improvements to enable scalable production
Standards Quality & Continuous Improvement
Develop and influence engineering standards specifications and best practices across the Vikrell platform
Ensure compliance with safety regulatory and internal engineering standards Identify opportunities to improve product performance cost structure and manufacturing processes and lead implementation efforts
Innovation & Technical Strategy
Drive innovation through new materials technologies and product design approaches
Contribute to long-term product and process strategy identifying opportunities for technical differentiation
Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement across engineering and cross-functional teams
Cross-Functional Collaboration & Influence
Partner closely with Product Management Supply Chain Manufacturing Quality and Industrial Design teams to deliver integrated product solutions
Provide expert guidance and technical leadership to project teams and junior engineers
Influence decision-making through strong technical expertise and business insight
Knowledge Sharing & Capability Building
Serve as a subject matter expert in Vikrell materials product design and manufacturing processes
Lead knowledge sharing documentation and best practice development across teams
Mentor and support the development of engineering talent within the organization
Key Skills & Capabilities
Advanced engineering design and development (mechanical systems materials manufacturing processes)
Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities in complex and ambiguous environments
Expertise in feasibility analysis validation and engineering decision-making
Deep knowledge of product development processes (NPD/NPI) and cross-functional collaboration
Ability to influence technical direction and lead without direct authority
Proficiency in engineering tools (e.g. CAD FEA process analysis validation testing)
Behavioral Competencies
Manages complexity and integrates diverse inputs to solve challenging problems
Ensures accountability and drives outcomes across projects and teams
Demonstrates strong decision quality in high-impact ambiguous situations
Collaborates effectively across functions to achieve shared objectives
Cultivates innovation and drives continuous improvement
Skills/Requirements
Bachelors or Masters degree in Engineering or related field from an ABET accredited program (mechanical electrical or industrial preferred).
Significant experience (6 years) in product development engineering manufacturing/process engineering or related disciplines
Work directly with customers and Kohler sales personnel to address issues that arise in the field
Proven track record leading complex engineering projects and delivering innovative solutions
Experience mentoring engineers or providing technical leadership preferred
Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.
We believe in supporting you from the moment you join us which is why Kohler offers day 1 benefits. This means youll have access to your applicable benefit programs from your first day on the job with no waiting period. The salary range for this position is $103900 - $160000. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidates experience their education and the work addition this position is eligible for a performance bonus/variable incentive compensation.
Why Choose Kohler We empower each associate to #BecomeMoreAtKohler with a competitive total rewards package to support your health and wellbeing access to career growth and development opportunities a diverse and inclusive workplace and a strong culture of innovation. With more than 30000 bold leaders across the globe were driving meaningful change in our mission to help people live gracious healthy and sustainable lives.
About Us It is Kohlers policy to recruit hire and promote qualified applicants without regard to race creed religion age sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression marital status national origin disability or status as a protected veteran. If as an individual with a disability you need reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process please contact . Kohler Co. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
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Staff Engineer - Sterling VikrellWork Mode:OnsiteLocation:Onsite 4 Kohler WIOpportunityThe Staff Engineer Product serves as a recognizedtechnical authority responsible for leading complex product developmentengineering initiatives within the Sterling Vikrell portfolio. This role drivesthe design de...
Staff Engineer - Sterling Vikrell
Work Mode:Onsite
Location:Onsite 4 Kohler WI
Opportunity
The Staff Engineer Product serves as a recognizedtechnical authority responsible for leading complex product developmentengineering initiatives within the Sterling Vikrell portfolio. This role drivesthe design development and continuous improvement of products processes andsystems applying advanced engineering expertise and judgment to solve highlycomplex problems and deliver innovative high-quality solutions.
The Staff Engineer partners cross-functionally to definetechnical direction assess feasibility of new concepts and ensure engineeringexcellence across product lifecyclesfrom early concept throughcommercialization and ongoing optimization. This role plays a critical part inadvancing product performance manufacturability and cost efficiency whileinfluencing broader engineering standards and best practices.
This position operates as an expert individual contributorwith enterprise-level impact and acts as a key technical resource acrossproduct development initiatives. Key Responsibilities
Product Development & Engineering Leadership
Lead the design and development of complex and innovative Vikrell products ensuring alignment to performance manufacturability cost and quality targets
Provide technical leadership across product development efforts including concept development engineering validation and commercialization
Solve complex and ambiguous engineering challenges using advanced analysis and sound engineering judgment
Feasibility & Technical Assessment
Define and execute feasibility studies to evaluate new product concepts materials technologies and manufacturing approaches
Conduct cost-benefit and risk analysis to support decision-making on product and process changes
Assess and validate the technical soundness of proposed engineering solutions
Process & Manufacturing Engineering
Design and optimize manufacturing processes and systems to improve efficiency consistency and product quality
Analyze production challenges and implement engineering solutions to enhance Vikrell manufacturing performance
Support equipment tooling and process improvements to enable scalable production
Standards Quality & Continuous Improvement
Develop and influence engineering standards specifications and best practices across the Vikrell platform
Ensure compliance with safety regulatory and internal engineering standards Identify opportunities to improve product performance cost structure and manufacturing processes and lead implementation efforts
Innovation & Technical Strategy
Drive innovation through new materials technologies and product design approaches
Contribute to long-term product and process strategy identifying opportunities for technical differentiation
Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement across engineering and cross-functional teams
Cross-Functional Collaboration & Influence
Partner closely with Product Management Supply Chain Manufacturing Quality and Industrial Design teams to deliver integrated product solutions
Provide expert guidance and technical leadership to project teams and junior engineers
Influence decision-making through strong technical expertise and business insight
Knowledge Sharing & Capability Building
Serve as a subject matter expert in Vikrell materials product design and manufacturing processes
Lead knowledge sharing documentation and best practice development across teams
Mentor and support the development of engineering talent within the organization
Key Skills & Capabilities
Advanced engineering design and development (mechanical systems materials manufacturing processes)
Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities in complex and ambiguous environments
Expertise in feasibility analysis validation and engineering decision-making
Deep knowledge of product development processes (NPD/NPI) and cross-functional collaboration
Ability to influence technical direction and lead without direct authority
Proficiency in engineering tools (e.g. CAD FEA process analysis validation testing)
Behavioral Competencies
Manages complexity and integrates diverse inputs to solve challenging problems
Ensures accountability and drives outcomes across projects and teams
Demonstrates strong decision quality in high-impact ambiguous situations
Collaborates effectively across functions to achieve shared objectives
Cultivates innovation and drives continuous improvement
Skills/Requirements
Bachelors or Masters degree in Engineering or related field from an ABET accredited program (mechanical electrical or industrial preferred).
Significant experience (6 years) in product development engineering manufacturing/process engineering or related disciplines
Work directly with customers and Kohler sales personnel to address issues that arise in the field
Proven track record leading complex engineering projects and delivering innovative solutions
Experience mentoring engineers or providing technical leadership preferred
Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without requiring sponsorship now or in the future.
We believe in supporting you from the moment you join us which is why Kohler offers day 1 benefits. This means youll have access to your applicable benefit programs from your first day on the job with no waiting period. The salary range for this position is $103900 - $160000. The specific salary offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidates experience their education and the work addition this position is eligible for a performance bonus/variable incentive compensation.
Why Choose Kohler We empower each associate to #BecomeMoreAtKohler with a competitive total rewards package to support your health and wellbeing access to career growth and development opportunities a diverse and inclusive workplace and a strong culture of innovation. With more than 30000 bold leaders across the globe were driving meaningful change in our mission to help people live gracious healthy and sustainable lives.
About Us It is Kohlers policy to recruit hire and promote qualified applicants without regard to race creed religion age sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression marital status national origin disability or status as a protected veteran. If as an individual with a disability you need reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process please contact . Kohler Co. is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.
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