We’re Watts. Together, we’re reimagining the future of water.
We feel proud every day about what we do. We're all part of the same crucial mission, no matter what function we support -- it's to provide safe, clean water for the world, and to protect our planet's most valuable resource.
What we do:
For 150 years, Watts has built best-in-class products that are trusted by customers in residential and commercial settings across the world. We are at the forefront of innovation, working with cutting-edge technology to provide smart and connected, sustainable water solutions for the future. Watts is a leading brand with a quality reputation — and we have a dynamic future ahead.
As the Sustaining Design Engineer in our Blauvelt, NY facility, you will focus on reducing product delivery lead times, improving BOM accuracy, and strengthening departmental collaboration. Reporting onsite to the Engineering Director, you will emphasize drawing accuracy, the completion of deliverables, and overall productivity while supporting a variety of product maintenance and improvement initiatives.
You Will:
Use CAD software (SolidWorks and PDM) to create detailed 2D or 3D designs and configurations.
Create new and revise existing parts and assembly shop drawings, applying strong knowledge of manufacturing tolerances and design standards.
Collaborate with engineers to redefine or maintain product designs, considering product improvements, cost reductions, and standardized configurations.
Prioritize and support Engineering Change Orders (ECO) and Product Improvement processes, including validation steps.
Review Product Improvement requests, determine urgency based on factors such as safety and performance, and manage BOM and parts master to reflect updated, validated designs.
Contribute to sustaining engineering project timelines, driving success measurement through metrics and KPIs.
You Have:
Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Design or Mechanical Engineering.
3+ years of experience in a Sustaining/Design Engineer role.
Proficiency with SolidWorks and PDM systems.
The expected salary range for this position is $80,000 - $98,00 yearly. Actual compensation will be dependent upon individual skills, experience, qualifications, and applicable laws.
Physical Requirements:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk, talk, and/or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, sit, and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include: close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment:
Work in both office and manufacturing environment. May occasionally be required to perform job duties outside the typical office setting.
Watts in it for you:
Please note that the following benefits apply only to permanent roles and do not apply to internship roles.
Competitive compensation based on your skills, qualifications and experienceComprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefitsFamily building benefits, including paid maternity/paternity leave10 paid holidays and Paid Time OffContinued professional development opportunities and educational reimbursementAdditional perks such as fitness reimbursements and employee discount programsLearn more about our benefit offerings here: https://tapintowattsbenefits.com/How we work:
At Watts, our culture is team-oriented and supportive. Employees here genuinely care about the quality of their work, and about each other. Our people are the heart of who we are and contribute to our longevity and continued success.
And this is a place where you can have a big career. No matter your role, there are opportunities for learning and development, and your daily contributions make a meaningful impact on the lives of people who use our products and on the future of water.
Watts is committed to equal employment opportunity. We follow a policy of administering all employment decisions and personnel actions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, national origin, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, genetic disposition or carrier status, marital status, military or veteran status, minorities, or any other category protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Consistent with the obligations of state and federal law, Watts will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Any employee who needs a reasonable accommodation should contact Human Resources.