Sr. Design Engineer - Paint Innovation
Auto req ID: 27018
Title: Sr. Design Engineer - Paint Innovation
Job Function: Engineering
Location: PDC
Company: Harley-Davidson Motor Company
Full or Part-Time: Full Time
Shift: SHIFT1
At Harley-Davidson, we are building more than machines. It’s our passion and commitment to continue the evolution of this storied brand, and heighten the desirability of the Harley-Davidson experience. To keep building our legend and leading our industry through innovation, evolution, and emotion we need the best and brightest talent. We stand for the timeless pursuit of adventure. Freedom for the soul. Are you ready to join us?
The Harley-Davidson Motor Company Product Development Center (PDC) located in Wauwatosa, WI is home to the mantra – You dream it. We build it. Join our team as a Sr. Design Engineer - Paint Innovation.
Job Summary
Harley-Davidson is looking for a creative individual with a passion for innovation to join our paint and graphics engineering team. This senior-level role will be responsible for developing and delivering the comprehensive new product innovation plan. This role will directly impact all Harley-Davidson motorcycle “look”, bringing exciting new visuals to our customers.
Job Responsibilities
- Collaborating internally with our Design Studio and Product Planning teams to identify project opportunities and their value proposition.
- Looking externally for new looks and technological advancements to bring back for assessment.
- Developing a multi-year roadmap which plots project delivery while also supporting our internal and external manufacturing strategies.
- Integrating paint projects into our broader innovation and advanced development team.
- Assigning design engineers advanced development projects and managing progress up through sampling and manufacturing trials.
- Directly input into motorcycle product life cycle plan.
Education Requirements
Education Specifications
- Requires a Bachelor of Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related technical Degree.
Experience Requirements
This position typically requires a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience. In addition, the successful candidate will have demonstrated the following:
- Innovation and advanced delivery development
- Delivering or supporting new product development
- Interfacing with CMF (Color, Materials, Finishes) industrial designers
- Design of component coatings (liquid industrial paint, inorganic finishes, PVD, ect.)
- Manufacturing delivery of parts with coatings
- Manufacturing paint shop automation
Harley-Davidson is an equal opportunity employer that continues to build a culture of inclusion, belonging and equity through our commitment to attracting and retaining diverse talent from all backgrounds, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. We believe in fairness and providing a level playing field for all. We foster a culture that thrives on diverse perspectives and contributions to ignite the creativity and innovation to fuel our business and enhance the employee and customer experience.
The pay range shown represents the national average pay range for this role. Your pay may be more or less than the stated range and is dependent on your geographic location and level of experience.
We offer an inclusive compensation package for all full-time salaried employees including, but not limited to, annual bonus programs, health insurance benefits, a 401k program, onsite fitness centers and employee stores, employee discounts on products and accessories, and more. Learn more about Harley-Davidson here.
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.
Direct Reports: No
Travel Required: 0 - 10%
Pay Range: 88,100 136,700
Visa Sponsorship: This position is eligible for visa sponsorship
Relocation: This position is eligible for domestic relocation assistance (within posted country)
Nearest Major Market: Milwaukee
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