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Elkay PEX Piping Product Engineer in Commerce, Texas
PEX Piping Product Engineer
The Company
Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation is a thriving, values-driven company focused on doing the right things. We’re a fast growing, publicly traded company (NYSE: ZWS), with an enduring reputation for integrity, giving back, and providing an engaging, inclusive environment where careers flourish and grow.
Named by Newsweek as One of America’s Most Responsible Companies and an Energage USA Top Workplace, at Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation, we never forget that our people are at the center of what makes us successful. They are the driving force behind our superior quality, product ingenuity, and exceptional customer experience. Our commitment to our people and their professional development is a recipe for success that has fueled our growth for over 100 years, as one of today’s leading international suppliers of plumbing and water delivery solutions.
Headquartered in Milwaukee, WI, Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation employs over 2800 employees worldwide, working from 24 locations across the U.S., China, Canada, Dubai, and Mexico, with sales offices available around the globe. We hope you’ll visit our website and learn more about Zurn Elkay at zurnelkay.com.
If you’re ready to join a company where what you do makes a difference and you have pride in the work you are doing, talk to us about joining the Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation family!
The PEX (cross-linked polyethylene) piping product engineer plays a pivotal role in the development, design, and enhancement of PEX piping systems. This role plays a pivotal role in new product development, as well as ensuring that PEX piping products meet quality standards, perform reliably, and satisfy the needs of both consumers and industry regulations.
Key Accountabilities
Research and Development:
Conducting research on PEX materials, manufacturing processes, and new technologies.
Developing new products or improving existing ones to meet industry standards and consumer needs.
Collaborating with cross-functional teams including chemists, designers, and manufacturing engineers.
Design and Testing:
Designing PEX piping systems or components ensuring durability, efficiency, and safety.
Creating prototypes, conducting tests, and analyzing data to validate product performance and reliability.
Identifying and resolving any design or performance issues through testing and iteration.
Compliance and Standards
Ensuring that PEX products comply with industry standards, codes, and regulations.
Staying updated with the latest industry trends, technological advancements, and regulatory changes related to PEX materials and piping systems.
Collaboration & Communication
Collaborating with sales, marketing, and manufacturing teams to bring products to market.
Providing technical expertise and support to internal and external stakeholders.
Communicating effectively with suppliers, customers, and regulatory agencies.
Continuous Improvement
Implementing continuous improvement strategies to enhance product quality, performance, and cost-effectiveness.
Conducting regular product evaluations and recommending enhancements or modifications.
Documentation & Reporting
Creating technical documentation, including specifications, test reports, and product manuals.
Generating reports on product development progress, test results, and recommendations for improvements.
Qualifications/Requirements
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Plastics Engineering/Engineering Technology, Materials Science, or related field.
Proficiency in CAD software for design and modeling.
Knowledge of materials and manufacturing processes related to PEX piping.
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
Understanding of industry standards and regulatory requirements.
Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
Total Rewards and Benefits
Competitive Salary
Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, AD&D, and Life Insurance
Matching 401(k) Contribution
Health Savings Account
Up to 3 Weeks Vacation
12 Paid Holidays
Annual Bonus Eligibility
Educational Reimbursement
Matching Gift Program
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Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation
What happens when two remarkable sustainability leaders come together as one?
A sustainability powerhouse is born, making a splash in the markets they serve and saving the planet one innovative installation at a time.
In early 2022, Zurn Water Solutions Corporation, a market leader in smart, sustainable water solutions, and Elkay Manufacturing, a commercial drinking water solutions leader, agreed to combine their two exceptional firms to become a single water solutions powerhouse.
Together, the combined company offers a comprehensive package of innovative, sustainable, specified, engineered water solutions and sustainable plumbing products that provide water safety, water quality, and water conservation through critical service environments, while delivering total building solutions for new construction and retrofit applications around the globe. Our innovative solutions enable customers to advance their ESG initiatives and reduce operating costs while providing students, patients, patrons, and people within public and private spaces a safe, clean environment and access to fresh, pure, potable water – the essence of life itself.
What makes Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation special is our people and our culture.
While playing a leading role in sustainability and water access are remarkable, what makes Zurn Elkay’s story so compelling is the alignment of the two well-respected companies with powerful legacies and a combined 224-year company history and shared values and cultures where people matter most.
Sustainably inspired, the company has a deep commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, water, and environmental stewardship, and giving back to the communities where we live, work and play. Our powerful legacy of caring and commitment is made possible by the exceptional people that embody Zurn Elkay’s values.
We are looking for innovative, energetic people who want to help solve tomorrow’s challenges today. Our Total Associate Engagement core value means we work hard to ensure our associates have opportunities to grow and an inclusive culture in which to thrive. From formal training to on-the-job development and exposure to new businesses, when you join Zurn Elkay, you will join a collaborative organization that will give you opportunities to thrive and grow.
