Product Design Engineer

Location: Houston, TXReports to: Corporate Engineering Manager - Technical & Product QualityPosition Summary: With responsibility for all ongoing maintenance of specification and product attributes, the Product Design Engineer will collaborate throughout the organization internally and externally to ensure accurate product descriptions and answer specific application queries. An ideal candidate will possess strong organizational skills and experienced in product management specifically in an industrial segment. The role will require communications with a wide variety of stakeholders throughout the internal team, manufacturer’s representatives’ networks and customer base.Tasks/Duties/Responsibilities:Aid Corporate Engineering Manager in establishing customer-focused product objectives, specification priorities, and ongoing performance normsCollaborate with marketing and sales teams to ensure evolution of productsMaintain specifications and attributes throughout the Company catalogAudit current production processes and parameters to ensure specifications are met by product typeEnsure process engineering focused tasks for cost savings and production gains through the production process maintain specification standardsPrepares periodic status updates for leadership teamsEnsures compliance with codes, guidelines, best practices, and policiesCollaborates with end users and external specifying engineers to ensure proper products are offered for specific application needsOversee ongoing product development realization related to specification and end user marketsResearch ongoing specification opportunities to enter new markets alongside the sales teamsManage compliance with customer specifications and work alongside Quality Assurance and Control to ensure adherencePrimary interface with outside customers for electrical related product inquiries and clarificationsKnowledge/Skills/Requirements:Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related field required; advanced degree in Business, Engineering or other related field a plus.At least three (3) years of experience in design, specification engineering, or other related field preferred.Industrial experience required; wire and cable or electrical background preferred.Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Proficient specification experience; preferably within the electrical industry.Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.Proven time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and collaborate with multiple teams.Experience in quality systems and understanding of specification requirements.Strong working knowledge of software such as ETap and circuit design.Experience with UL, ASTM, ICEA & NFPA Wire and Cable regulations a plus.Effective analytical and problem-solving skills.Demonstrated leadership skills and ability to influence without direct authority.Willingness to be available for technical inquires as they arrive.Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.