Job Description
The Next Level of Fire & Life Safety Leadership
With more than two centuries of combined history, brands like Kidde, Kidde Commercial, Edwards, GST, Badger, Gloria and Aritech have been leading the way in protecting people and property around the world. Now, we’re taking that leadership to the next level. Kidde Global Solutions brings together the most trusted and iconic brands in safety, building upon our shared experience and expertise to address the needs and challenges of more customers in more places. With an unmatched portfolio of solutions and services, and a commitment to constant innovation we’re elevating the standards for an entire industry – and establishing the next level of fire and life safety leadership.
At Kidde Global Solutions, you’re joining a global technology leader in fire and life safety solutions and our employees are the heart of it all. With industry-defining brands in life safety and security, you’ll be part of a legacy of leadership working with cutting-edge technologies that protect lives and property worldwide. As a leading fire safety brand, our mission is to provide solutions that protect people and property from the effects of fire and related hazards. We’re committed to expanding our impact and providing dynamic opportunities for growth within our team. You’ll be part of a company that prioritizes quality, integrity, collaboration, and customer care, with the resources, training, and incentives to ensure your success every step of the way.
ElectroMechanical Design Engineer
For more than 100 years, people have relied on Kidde to deliver superior fire detection and suppression. As North America’s #1 home fire safety brand, Kidde's mission is to provide solutions that protect people and property from the effects of fire and its related hazards. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are looking for an opportunity to develop your career within the fire and safety industry, we have a great opportunity for you as a ElectroMechanical Design Engineer.
About this role
We have a high visibility opportunity for an Electromechanical Design Engineer for our Kidde Business Unit in Navajoa, Mexico. The successful candidate must possess a strong engineering background, product development and technical leadership competencies to successfully support the Signaling life safety product lines. This position is based in Navajoa, Mexico, and will report to the Senior Engineering Manager.
Key Responsibilities:
Design engineer for signaling and detection products at Kidde.
Focus efforts on new product development, value engineering/cost savings, end of life products, improved engineering and /or better performance of the Kidde product portfolio
Application of robust engineering tools e.g. rapid prototyping, DOE, FEA, CFD etc.
Drive DFMEA, identification of critical characteristics and best engineering practices
Proactive support for the Kidde manufacturing site and partner with Operations to ensure deliverables integrate into their systems within the overall product release schedule
Certification authorities for product standards and legislation e.g. Underwriters Laboratory
Develop solutions through the complete product lifecycle, from initial requirements to design, implementation, test, deployment, sustaining & end-of-life stages.
Utilize CAD (SolidWorks) as a tool to create 3D / 2D drawings for product development and ideation purposes
Apply product state-of-the-art analysis tools combined with lab verification testing to create robust products
Use project management skills working as part of a cross functional team
Utilize engineering systems to maintain and manage project documentation e.g. PDXpert
Required Qualifications:
Mechatronics/Robotics Engineer – BSME. MSME preferred
Engineering CAD experience, Solid Works preferred
Electronics testing experience preferred
Strong English verbal, written and presentation skills
Competence with MS Office software
This role requires a great level of interpersonal skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
1-3 years’ experience with manufactured products – high volume consumer and commercial goods preferred
Experience with plastics materials, components and manufacturing processes
Knowledge of robust engineering practices e.g. Design and Process FMEA
Mind-set for “Design for manufacture” and cost avoidance
Experience dealing with Product and Quality Management Systems and Product Lifecyle Familiar with UL certification, engineering standards, automotive quality standards and similar quality systems and root cause analysis processes.
Product development experience in life safety products
Excellent communication, negotiating, and influencing skills to communicate technical issues across functions.
Demonstrated experience applying Design for Safety principles to product design.
Proficient in Microsoft O365, including Excel, PowerPoint, & OneNote
Proficient with PLM and Engineering Change Management tools and processes.
6 Sigma knowledge desirable
Travel Requirements:
Up to 10% including but not limited to USA and Mexico.
World Leaders in Fire and Life Safety
Kidde Global Solutions is a world leader in fire & life safety solutions tailored for complex commercial facilities to homes. Through iconic, industry-defining brands including Kidde, Kidde Commercial, Edwards, GST, Badger, Gloria and Aritech, we provide residential and commercial customers with advanced solutions and services to protect people and property in a wide range of applications, all around the globe.
