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The Firmware Engineering Manager will participate as a member of an R&D team responsible for developing the electronics and firmware for new thermal printers, digital scales and business card scanners. They will work under general project level supervision in an independent manner, responsible for carrying out assignments of moderate to high difficulty and strategic impact on the overall project. Specific responsibilities include definition, programming, documentation, prototyping, debugging, testing, qualification, and release to production of reliable and cost effective embedded firmware solutions. Major design areas include motion control; print head control systems, host IO communications (USB and other), A/D conversion, CCD scanning control, microprocessor and memory systems.

This person will work cross functionally with: Product Marketing, Project Managers, Outside test agencies and contractors, Software development, SW/FW test team, offshore manufacturers, QA/QC

Essential Responsibilities:

·Work under general project level supervision in an independent manner, responsible for carrying out assignments of moderate to high difficulty and strategic impact on the overall project.

·Specific responsibilities include definition, programming, documentation, prototyping, debugging, testing, qualification, and release to production of reliable and cost effective embedded firmware solutions.

·Expected to work with manufacturing, Customer Assurance, and R & D engineers to identify and resolve product manufacturability, reliability and functionality issues.

·Responsible to help investigate new technologies, tools, and practices that may be potentially beneficial to product development or the Newell-Rubbermaid Technology Global Business Unit.

·Will manage two Firmware engineers, including setting goals and objectives, providing feedback and development, in a team environment to ensure achievement of the team's goals.

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Education : Minimum Degree: BSEE Preferred Degree: MSEE

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Experience:

· Excellent skills in C and assembly language programming of embedded microcontrollers is required

· Proficient at functional design, system architectural design and state diagramming is required Demonstrate a working knowledge and experience designing firmware for analog and/or digital systems required.

· Ability to solve technical problems in a fast paced product development environment is required.

· Ability to work independently under time and resource constraints is required.

· Demonstrate a working knowledge of EE fundamentals, digital circuit design, control theory, microprocessor architectures and design-tools is required.

· Ability to work and interact effectively with members and individuals from other disciplines, projects, functional areas, divisions, and companies is required.

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Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

· Proficient in C and assembly language programming of embedded microcontrollers.

· Be familiar with host, printer, firmware/hardware interactions and compatibility issues.

· Familiarity and experience with software and firmware development and debugging tools.

· To solve technical problems in a fast paced product development environment.

· To work independently under time and resource constraints.

· To interact effectively with members and individuals from other disciplines, projects, functional areas, divisions, and companies.

· Be familiar with application of direct thermal or similar technology to printers.

Newell Rubbermaid and its Business Units are Equal Opportunity Employers and comply with applicable employment laws. M/F/D/V are encouraged to apply.]]> http://brandsthatmatter.jobs2web.com/job/ATLANTA-Firmware-Engineering-Manager-DYMO-Job-GA-30301/613419/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W_RSS http://brandsthatmatter.jobs2web.com/job/ATLANTA-Firmware-Engineering-Manager-DYMO-Job-GA-30301/613419/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W_RSS
This is a job summary which includes essential job duties of the position. More specific information regarding duties may be provided upon request for particular locations and facilities.

This position will drive the design efforts of product development projects for both new and existing car seats while working with cross-functional teams and providing excellent customer service. The Senior Design Engineer will lead the design efforts for technically challenging new product initiatives and existing product improvements while working closely with the Project Engineer to ensure product launches are timely and within budget. Additionally, the Senior Design Engineer will communicate with customers and suppliers, both internal and external, and assist with the transfer of products from design into production. A vital role of the Senior Design Engineer is to ensure successful design quality meaning designs work perfectly out of the box, designs meet or exceed customer expectations for both performance and value, and the design process requires little to no rework/re-loops. In addition, the Senior Design Engineer will provide strong engineering leadership to various organizational projects including, but not limited to, E&O reduction, SKU reduction, or productivity projects.

·Bachelors Degree in Engineering or related field

·10 years of Product Development experience including 7 years of design experience

·Extensive experience working 3D modeling software, preferably Pro Engineer solids and surfaces

·Experience with related products or industries

·Strong understanding of Manufacturing and Supply Chain functions

·Exceptional critical thinking and problem solving skills

·Excels in and promotes a team environment

·Proven extensive record of developing and successfully launching new and existing product modifications

·Total Quality Culture Oriented

·Outstanding leadership and communication skills

·Business Acumen

·Organizational agility/getting things done through others; Strategic agility

·Demonstrated ability to handle multiple tasks and assignments simultaneously

Preferred Qualifications:

·Consumer Products Industry Experience

Newell Rubbermaid and its Business Units are Equal Opportunity Employers and comply with applicable employment laws. M/F/D/V are encouraged to apply.]]> http://brandsthatmatter.jobs2web.com/job/ATLANTA-Senior-Design-Engineer-Job-GA-30301/631011/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W_RSS http://brandsthatmatter.jobs2web.com/job/ATLANTA-Senior-Design-Engineer-Job-GA-30301/631011/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W_RSS
This is a job summary which includes essential job duties of the position. More specific information regarding duties may be provided upon request for particular locations and facilities.

The Materials Engineering Intern is responsible for assisting the materials team in the qualification and development of materials, additives, and colors for new and established products in all product categories. The intern will interface with manufacturing to ensure materials adherence to established specifications.

·Support new product development from consumer research through production start as well as existing product improvements

·Assist in ensuring new products meet specifications (drawings, performance and quality), cost and timing objectives

·Assist development of product designs from design staff concepts using computer-aided design (Pro Engineer)

·Assist evaluation and optimization of product designs for mechanical function (e.g., fit, function, interference, tolerance stack ups, nesting, etc), manufacturability, packaging and material handling

More details:

·Start date: May/June 2010

·Location: Atlanta, Georgia; Huntersville, North Carolina

·Hiring Teams/Global Business Units: Baby Parenting & Essentials; Decor; Rubbermaid Food & Home

· Pursuing B.S./M.S. degree in Polymer Engineering, Polymer Science, Materials Engineering or Chemical Engineering.

· Effective interpersonal skills, especially communication and success working in a team environment.

· Ability to take initiative and/or leadership on projects.

· Ability to work independently and as a member of a cross-functional team.

· Effective planning/organization skills with demonstrated ability to multi-task and set priorities.

· Strong problem solving skills, including identifying problems and potential problems, and developing solutions for smooth workflow.

· Ability to travel and work flexible hours, including over-time.

Climate:

This position requires tact, cooperation, and initiative in conjunction with strong materials understanding. Must be flexible and have ability to handle changing priorities, multiple tasks, and projects. Must be a proactive individual who can drive projects to timely completion.

Preferred Qualifications:

? Consumer Products Industry Experience

Newell Rubbermaid and its Business Units are Equal Opportunity Employers and comply with applicable employment laws. M/F/D/V are encouraged to apply.]]> http://brandsthatmatter.jobs2web.com/job/ATLANTA-Materials-Engineer-Intern-Job-GA-30301/631014/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W_RSS http://brandsthatmatter.jobs2web.com/job/ATLANTA-Materials-Engineer-Intern-Job-GA-30301/631014/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W_RSS
The Quality Engineer is responsible for the development and application of test specifications and plans of our electro mechanical and consumable lines of products. Must ensure compliance with the product design specification. Also must develop and implement standards & methods for Inbound Quality Control as well as generate monthly reports and analysis of returns from the field.

Essential Duties:

· Develop and Implement test specification and test plans during product development phases and final mass production.

· Develop and Implement IQC process as well as maintain scorecards based on IQC results.

·Train IQC team in the implementation of IQC process.

·Tracking failure rates based on returns from field and preparing Corrective Action Requests towards the OEM.

· Participate in FMEA exercises.

·Bachelors degree in Engineering required

·Work Experience and Skill Requirements:

·3 years experience in Quality Field.

·Computer literacy, MS Excel, Word & Outlook

·Good verbal and written communications skills.

· Digital Photography for documenting evidence and creating work flow instruction.

·Electro Mechanical experience a plus.

·Six Sigma or ISO experience a plus.

? Consumer Products Industry Experience

Newell Rubbermaid and its Business Units are Equal Opportunity Employers and comply with applicable employment laws. M/F/D/V are encouraged to apply.]]> http://brandsthatmatter.jobs2web.com/job/ATLANTA-Quality-Engineer-Quality-Technician-DYMO-Job-GA-30301/677501/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W_RSS http://brandsthatmatter.jobs2web.com/job/ATLANTA-Quality-Engineer-Quality-Technician-DYMO-Job-GA-30301/677501/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W_RSS
This is a job summary which includes essential job duties of the position. More specific information regarding duties may be provided upon request for particular locations and facilities.

This position will lead, coordinate, and perform activities associated with the supplier quality programs within the Décor division. This would include but not be limited to:

· Lead the implementation of the Newell Rubbermaid Supplier Quality Assurance program at Décor

· Develop quality policies and procedures, as required.

· Perform supplier capability assessments leading to preferred supplier certifications, driving true supplier partnerships.

· Lead the quality effort within the New Product Development team.

· Approve supplier first article submissions as well as sample submits for finish approval.

· Disposition of supplier deviation change requests.

· Reviewing and approving supplier control plans.

· Lead the supplier quality ranking program.

· Lead Lean and Six Sigma initiatives with identified suppliers.

· Work with assigned suppliers to resolve defective material issues, root cause analysis, and corrective actions.

· Coordinate supplier continuous improvement programs.

· Benchmark world-class suppliers to assist the present supply base and identify future suppliers.

· Lead cross functional team to achieve company objectives as assigned.

· Perform all duties as assigned.

·Bachelor's degree in engineering or technical engineering, preferably within a textile curriculum.

·Must have 5-7 years of supplier quality experience.

·Thorough knowledge of quality methods and systems is required (statistics, reliability, sampling, and auditing).

·Hands on experience in Lean and Six Sigma required, strong preference for Six Sigma certification, preferably Black Belt or Master Black Belt.

·An experienced background in various types of manufacturing with specific knowledge of textile manufacturing, specifically nonwovens, wovens, knits, and all types of laminations and finishes.

·ASQC certified auditor, CQE, or CQM is preferred.

·ISO/QS auditing experience is preferred.

·Strong leadership and communication skills are essential for dealing with all levels of internal and external suppliers and customers.

·Ability to lead cross functional team

·Strong upward mobility to progress in the organization.

Preferred Qualifications:

? Consumer Products Industry Experience

Newell Rubbermaid and its Business Units are Equal Opportunity Employers and comply with applicable employment laws. M/F/D/V are encouraged to apply.]]> http://brandsthatmatter.jobs2web.com/job/ATLANTA-Supplier-Quality-Engineer-Job-GA-30301/641808/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W_RSS http://brandsthatmatter.jobs2web.com/job/ATLANTA-Supplier-Quality-Engineer-Job-GA-30301/641808/?utm_source=J2WRSS&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=J2W_RSS