Product Design Engineer

Based in St. Louis, Core & Main is a leader in advancing reliable infrastructure with local service, nationwide. As a specialty distributor with a focus on water, wastewater, storm drainage and fire protection products and related services, Core & Main provides solutions to municipalities, private water companies and professional contractors across municipal, non-residential and residential end markets, nationwide. With over 370 locations across the U.S., the company provides its customers local expertise backed by a national supply chain. Core & Main's 5,700 associates are committed to helping their communities thrive with safe and reliable infrastructure. Visit coreandmain.com to learn more.

Job Summary

Product Design Engineers focus on designing and developing new or existing products, components, or assemblies. They apply engineering principles to develop products that meet customer technical/functional specifications as well as manufacturing cost/efficiency requirements. May also be involved with designing product specific manufacturing production processes and equipment.

Major Tasks, Responsibilities and Key Accountabilities

• Works on product design engineering problems and assists with projects or processes.
• Conducts various forms of modeling and drafting (2D, 3D, etc.) to determine if proposed designs are technically feasible.
• Supports and participates in the design, test, modification, fabrication, and assembly of prototypes.
• May also be involved with designing product specific sheets and manufacturing production processes and equipment.
• Manage assigned projects by tracking the project schedule throughout its lifecycle. Present any obstacles to on-time production, and solution with our vendors. ensuring the information is updated and tracked as necessary.
• Assist with technical questions and problems.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with component design, analysis, sourcing, and validation and manufacturing.
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering with industry experience.
• 3+ years of experience in product design, preferably in fire protection or fluid handling systems.
• Strong communication skills with experience working with international vendors and customers.
• Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD).
• Familiarity with fire protection standards (e.g., NFPA, UL, FM).
• Strong analytical, organizational, and project management skills.
• Experience with fire suppression systems, valves, or piping components.
• Knowledge of materials and manufacturing processes relevant to fire protection components.
• PE license or progress toward licensure is a plus.

This information indicates the general nature and level of work performed by associates in this role. It is not designed to contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of associates assigned to this role. This description supersedes any previous or undated descriptions for this role. Management retains the right to add or change the duties of the position at any time.

Core & Main is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Employment at Core & Main is based solely on a person's merit and qualifications directly related to professional competence. Core & Main does not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, nationality, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, citizenship, or any other basis protected by law.

None of the questions in this application are intended to elicit information regarding any protected characteristics, nor imply any limitation, illegal preferences or discrimination based upon non-job-related information or protected characteristics.

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