Senior Product Engineer

Who We Are

Johns Manville is a leading manufacturer and marketer of premium-quality insulation and commercial roofing, along with glass fibers and nonwovens for commercial, industrial and residential applications. Our products are used in a wide variety of industries including building products, aerospace, automotive and transportation, filtration, commercial interiors, waterproofing and wind energy.

A proud member of the Berkshire Hathaway family of companies, we serve customers in more than 80 countries around the globe. We are committed to delivering positive and powerful experiences, because we are successful only when our employees and customers thrive. We are passionate, we care about people, we perform at a superior level, and we protect others and our environments.

Pay Range

$90,000.00-$123,800.00 Annual

This is the base salary pay range that an applicant can expect to make upon hire.   Pay within this range will vary based upon relevant experience, skills, and education among other factors. In addition, this position is eligible for an incentive bonus. 

Johns Manville is hiring a Sr. Product Engineer. This role can be based at our Waterville, OH or Defiance, OH plant. At the interface between sales, product management and operations/engineering the main task of the job holder is to independently carry out new product development projects for the filtration and separation sector. He/she is responsible for the planning, execution, evaluation, documentation and assessment of the production trials. He/she is also responsible for the internal or external execution as well as the evaluation of application and customer specific tests. The work results are presented in the context of internal and external meetings. The work environment entails corresponding travel. The identification of weak points in the area of product, process and technology as well as the development of proposals and measures for continuous improvement complete the job holders field of activity.

Your Day to Day:

• Lead filtration and separation new product development following a multistage development process (including international projects).
• Development of new product ideas and new products based on assigned projects including the required documentation in the relevant authoritative documentation system.
• Technical contact for customers
• Testing and evaluation of news feedstocks
• Planning and execution of production trial runs
• Computer-aided evaluation and documentation of tests and test results
• Identification of weak points in the area of product, process and technology and development of proposals and measures for continuous improvement
• Commissioning, monitoring and evaluation of relevant tests
• Commissioning of external customer specific testing and certification
• Research, test and document performance comparison between JM and competitive products
• Support sales on technical issues and as needed during joint customer visits
• Participate, actively contribute and present work results at internal meetings as well as during development meetings with clients
• Literature research and tracking of new technological developments as well as patent analysis
• Develop patents trade secrets and or other intellectual property that provides a strategic business advantage
• Understand all test methods related to product performance requirements
• Maintain or write all necessary documentation such as Technical Data Sheets, Finished Product Specifications, Research Reports, Product and Raw Material Qualification Reports etc.
• Participate in industry trade associations as required

What You Bring to the Team:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (chemical, mechanical, process) science or relevant technical field with a minimum of 5 years of related work experience
• Master’s degree or PhD preferred with a minimum of 3 years of related experience
• Ability to apply technical knowledge to choose alternatives and to modify methods, designs and general practices
• Knowledge of statistics and data-driven decisions
• Ability to make compelling case for technical recommendations to a business
• Excellent interpersonal verbal and written communication skills
• Proven project management skills
• Strong presentation skills
• Strong leadership skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Ability to interface at all levels of the organization both internally and externally
• Strong analytical thinking
• Solid knowledge and understanding of manufacturing processes
• Moderate travel required 25 to 35% both domestic and internationally
• When working in a plant may be exposed to environmental conditions of cold heat high noise levels moving mechanical parts heights dust/mist/gas/fumes, extensive walking or climbing etc.
• May be required to lift carry push or pull up to and including 25 lbs

Please Keep in Mind

If you do not meet 100% of these requirements, we at JM still want to hear from you. So, if you are interested in the role, we encourage you to apply so we can learn how your skills and talents can contribute to our team.

Benefits

Johns Manville (JM) offers a wide range of benefits to employees. Some are subsidized by the company and others are fully employee-paid. Health benefits include a choice of comprehensive medical plans, a dental plan, vision plan, wellness program and critical illness insurance. JM sponsors a 401(k) plan which includes a sizeable company match. JM offers paid vacation and also provides paid sick and parental leave for eligible employees.

Additionally, Johns Manville provides basic life Insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage, an employee assistance program, and business travel accident coverage. Supplemental life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment insurance are available as well. The company also offers a variety of tax saving accounts; health spending account, traditional flexible spending account, and a dependent care spending account. JM also offers a tuition reimbursement program for undergraduate and certain graduate programs.

Diversity & Inclusion

Johns Manville believes diversity and inclusion in our workplace is critical for the long-term success of our company. We are committed to retaining, developing and attracting a diverse workforce that fosters an inclusive work environment in which all employees are treated with dignity and respect. This is the right thing to do for our employees, our company and our communities. Our D&I council is composed of employees from locations across North American & Europe who meet regularly and work to promote and foster an environment of inclusion. Born from our D&I council is our network of employee resource groups (ERGs) that are focused on supporting diverse communities in the workplace. Review more about our diversity & inclusion initiatives on JM’s Career page.

Incumbent must be physically able to perform essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.