Engineering Jobs in Rice Minnesota
5 positions found
The Product Data Bill of Materials Specialist I functions as the product data liaison for bill translation work. They hone in-depth knowledge of product configurations and Bill of Materials (BOM) construction of DeZURIK/APCO/Willamette products. The primary focus and priority of the Product Data Bill of Materials Specialist I are standard customer orders and maintaining engineering documentation while updating existing ERP when inaccuracies are discovered or changes are made.
This position is currently eligible for DeZURIK's hybrid work schedule.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS)
- Screen standard order design via drawings and bill of materials.
- Read and understand bills of materials and product drawings.
- Process Product Change Notices for products.
- Establish positive relationships with all areas of the business.
- Create and maintain engineering item data within an ERP system while being responsible for adherence to Dezurik Engineering and Quality standards.
- Run reports in ERP system to check for accuracy.
- Maintain automated bill of materials generation program with new and changing requirements.
- Populate related data files.
- Validate and share relevant data regarding bills of materials.
- Support daily operations as needed.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- 2 years of higher education or equivalent experience in business administration, information systems, engineering, data science, or other relevant study.
- 2+ years of related work experience.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Basic Excel proficiency.
- Ability to work closely and cross functionally with engineering.
- Analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to quickly learn and adapt to new technology.
- Demonstrated high level of organization, attention to detail, and accuracy.
- Strong interpersonal skills.
- Basic knowledge of manufacturing.
- Ability to work independently.
- Previous experience with manufacturing bills of materials and drawings is desirable.
- NetSuite experience is a plus.
- Office 365 including SharePoint experience is a plus.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- Physical demands are typical of an office position including extended periods of sitting, and extensive use of a personal computer and telephone.
- Occasional handling of material and components.
- May have contact with caustic substances in some areas of the plant.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Normal manufacturing and office environment. When working occasionally in some shop areas, personal protection equipment (PPE) will be recommended and/or required (safety shoes, safety glasses w/side shields, hearing protection, face shield, gloves, apron and boots). Must have the ability to support extended business hours to meet customer business needs.
DISCLAIMER
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.
QUALITY
Quality encompasses all aspects of DeZURIK, Inc.'s business, and every team member shares the responsibility to prevent the occurrence of any nonconformity relating to product, process and the quality system. All team members have an obligation to identify and record any such nonconformity, and, through designated channels, initiate and recommend solutions.
SALARY AND BENEFITS
DeZURIK offers a competitive hourly rate in the $22.81 to $27.37 range, based on experience and qualifications, along with annual bonus opportunities tied to performance.
Beyond pay, our market-leading benefits are designed to support your wellbeing. These include medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as short- and long-term disability coverage. DeZURIK also provides a health savings account with company match, a retirement plan for employer contributions through Vanguard, and access to the Granite Assistance Fund for support when it's needed most. We value time for rest and personal growth, offering generous paid time off, including volunteer time off and paid holidays.
Please note: Sponsorship is not available for this role.
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The International Application Engineer I's duties and responsibilities lead to an overall understanding of fundamental activities of factory sales support to DeZURIK direct and independent sales channels. This role prepares list price quotations for non-catalog items, outsourced accessories, and special processing requirements based on costs derived from a variety of internal and external sources. It requires the ability to articulate commercial and technical requirements and communicate in a clear format that will allow the product to be quoted to the end user. Advancement requires understanding of DeZURIK business system, order entry process, products, sales channel support, and factory capabilities to achieve an efficient workflow with acceptable profit margins. This position will focus on International support.
This position is currently eligible for DeZURIK's hybrid work schedule.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS)
- Ability to interface well with DeZURIK sales channels, suppliers, internal departments, and other applicable business contacts.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks while meeting deadlines on a consistent basis.
- Become proficient in DeZURIK products, international industry standards, business system, manufacturing capabilities and internal tools to make accurate cost estimates for standard and non-standard products.
- Accurately determine costs and develop list price quotations for all non-standard accessories, testing requirements, materials, and documentation as required by requests for quotation.
- Develop basic market and product knowledge through hands-on training, websites/webinars, internal training, engineering documentation and other applicable references.
- Review of incoming production and hold for approval orders while providing order clarification prior to order entry on the plant Operations group.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor's Degree in an Engineering discipline.
- No experience required.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Demonstrated self-motivation, commitment to task, problem solving, and customer orientation required.
- Strong analytical skills with attention to detail - commercial & technical.
- Ability to understand relevant international industry standards and specifications.
- Computer literacy for preparing spread sheets.
- A general understanding of DeZURIK's Export Management System (EMS) manual.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- Physical demands are typical of an office position including extended periods of sitting, extensive use of a personal computer and telephone.
- Position requires movement around the facilities.
- Occasional handling of material and components.
- Travel requirements up to 15%.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Normal manufacturing and office environment. When working occasionally in some shop areas, personal protection equipment (PPE) will be recommended and/or required (safety shoes, safety glasses w/side shields, hearing protection, face shield, gloves, apron and boots). Stress may result from workload and meeting schedules. Must have the ability to support extended business hours to meet customer business needs.
DISCLAIMER
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.
QUALITY
Quality encompasses all aspects of DeZURIK, Inc.'s business, and every team member shares the responsibility to prevent the occurrence of any nonconformity relating to product, process and the quality system. All team members have an obligation to identify and record any such nonconformity, and, through designated channels, initiate and recommend solutions.
SALARY AND BENEFITS
DeZURIK offers a competitive base salary in the $64,680 to $80,849 range, based on experience and qualifications, along with annual bonus opportunities tied to performance.
Beyond pay, our market-leading benefits are designed to support your wellbeing. These include medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as short- and long-term disability coverage. DeZURIK also provides a health savings account with company match, a retirement plan for employer contributions through Vanguard, and access to the Granite Assistance Fund for support when it's needed most. We value time for rest and personal growth, offering generous paid time off, including volunteer time off and paid holidays.
Please note: Sponsorship is not available for this role.
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The Strategic Sourcing Category Manager is responsible for sourcing, evaluating, and developing potential sources of supply in alignment with the strategic goals of the company. They are responsible for the strategy and management of multiple categories of products and services to ensure cost-effectiveness and alignment with company needs. In addition, this position is responsible for monitoring market trends, identifying cost-saving opportunities, and creating agreements and contracts to ensure seamless availability of products and services to support company objectives.
Will source and manage the following categories: Foundries, Machining, Full Valve assemblies, and additional categories as required.
This position is currently eligible for DeZURIK's hybrid work schedule.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS)
- Manage supplier risk and mitigation across all assigned categories.
- Deliver the best overall value (cost, lead time, quality, terms) for assigned categories.
- Provide global/regional strategies to achieve corporate and plant location objectives.
- Cultivate and develop partner relationships with strategic suppliers to ensure DeZURIK remains a customer of choice.
- Lead and direct cross-functional sourcing projects, including new vendor identification, initial assessment, and qualification.
- Effectively manage supplier selection to meet strategies for supplier capabilities requirements.
- Conduct market research and develop category-specific strategies to improve cost, quality, and delivery.
- Analyze and evaluate quotations to ensure quality, delivery, and total cost are satisfactory.
- Actively negotiate with suppliers to address quality, price, or service discrepancies.
- Provide costing standards for commodity products.
- Establish contracts for products in alignment with corporate and plant location objectives.
- Make recommendations to improve productivity, quality, and efficiency of vendor operations.
- Regularly perform detailed market analysis with respect to global commodities, specific industries, exchange rates, trade compliance issues affecting acquisition, and labor rates.
- Provide forecasts to management of trends, opportunities, and potential risk areas.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor's degree in Business/Materials Management preferred.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in a similar role, with a proven record in successfully managing projects and contracts.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Record of successful supplier negotiations and management.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Global business knowledge and experience.
- Must understand the steps required to turn Engineering drawings into production-ready parts.
- Knowledgeable in cost reduction techniques, just-in-time principles, standard cost, and total cost & quality management.
- APICS or CPM Certification preferred.
- Must be proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
- Physical demands are typical of an office position including extended periods of sitting, extensive use of a personal computer and telephone.
- Must be able to see and move throughout plant in order to resolve work problems and facilitate processes.
- May have contact with caustic substances in some areas of plant.
- Travel for the company including both domestic and international travel may be required for project/systems support.
WORKING CONDITIONS
Normal manufacturing and office environment. When working occasionally in some shop areas, personal protection equipment (PPE) will be recommended and/or required (safety shoes, safety glasses w/side shields, hearing protection, face shield, gloves, apron and boots). Must have the ability to support extended business hours to meet customer business needs.
DISCLAIMER
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.
QUALITY
Quality encompasses all aspects of DeZURIK, Inc.'s business, and every team member shares the responsibility to prevent the occurrence of any nonconformity relating to product, process, and the quality system. All team members have an obligation to identify and record any such nonconformity, and, through designated channels, initiate and recommend solutions.
SALARY AND BENEFITS
DeZURIK offers a competitive base salary in the $86,158 to $107,698 range, based on experience and qualifications, along with annual bonus opportunities tied to performance.
Beyond pay, our market-leading benefits are designed to support your wellbeing. These include medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as short- and long-term disability coverage. DeZURIK also provides a health savings account with company match, a retirement plan for employer contributions through Vanguard, and access to the Granite Assistance Fund for support when it's needed most. We value time for rest and personal growth, offering generous paid time off, including volunteer time off and paid holidays.
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You'll work closely with Quality Engineers, Production teams, and Witness Inspectors to ensure every valve and component meets DeZURIK's high standards. The right candidate is detail-oriented, outgoing, and great at communication-able to read blueprints, interpret test specifications, and answer technical questions confidently.
What You'll Do:
- Inspect incoming, in-process, and final parts or products.
- Operate and program CMM equipment for precise measurements.
- Audit processes to ensure ISO and customer compliance.
- Support corrective action and calibration programs.
- Collaborate daily across departments to drive quality excellence.
What We're Looking For:
- Associate's degree in Quality or Engineering (preferred).
- 2-3 years of manufacturing or inspection experience.
- Strong blueprint reading and CMM skills.
- Excellent communication and attention to detail.
Join a company with nearly 100 years of engineering excellence.
DeZURIK offers a competitive hourly rate in the $22.81 to $27.37 range, based on experience and qualifications, along with annual bonus opportunities tied to performance.
Beyond pay, our market-leading benefits are designed to support your wellbeing. These include medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as short- and long-term disability coverage. DeZURIK also provides a health savings account with company match, a retirement plan for employer contributions through Vanguard, and access to the Granite Assistance Fund for support when it's needed most. We value time for rest and personal growth, offering generous paid time off, including volunteer time off and paid holidays.
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Job Title : Nuclear Engineer (Naval Reactors Engineer) Category / Component : Officer • Active Overview Design, regulate, and oversee the Navy's nuclear propulsion program, including reactor design, fleet operations, and eventual defueling and decommissioning of nuclear powered ships and submarines from Naval Reactors Headquarters and associated Department of Energy laboratories and shipyards.
Key Responsibilities Provide technical direction in areas such as reactor and fluid systems design, reactor physics, materials development, component design for steam generators, pumps, and valves, instrumentation and control for reactor and propulsion plants, testing and quality control, radiation shielding, and chemistry and radiological controls; review designs and analyses from laboratories, shipyards, and industry partners; coordinate with fleet units to ensure safe and reliable nuclear plant operation.
What to Expect Assume significant technical responsibility early in your career as part of a lean headquarters staff; work primarily in an analytical and oversight role rather than operating plants at sea; balance long term engineering projects with time sensitive fleet and shipyard issues; frequent coordination with senior civilian engineers, naval officers, and technical teams; high expectations for attention to detail, judgment, and written and oral communication.
Work Environment Work mainly at Naval Reactors Headquarters in the Washington, District of Columbia area with regular engagement with Department of Energy laboratories, nuclear training sites, shipyards, and nuclear powered ships and submarines; office based work that includes document reviews, technical meetings, inspections, and site visits rather than day to day shipboard watchstanding.
Pathways, Training & Advancement Officer commissioning through programs such as Officer Candidate School or the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program followed by a structured technical qualification program at Naval Reactors; rotational exposure to laboratories, prototypes, shipyards, and fleet support issues; progressive responsibility leading projects and becoming a subject matter expert, with opportunities for professional military education and advanced graduate study in technical fields.
Entry through the Nuclear Propulsion Officer Candidate program for qualified college students and recent graduates, or selection via Officer Candidate School for those who already hold qualifying degrees; all applicants must meet Nuclear Propulsion Program academic and technical screening standards in addition to general officer commissioning requirements.
Qualifications All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards, which typically include: Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, which may involve United States citizenship or other legal residency and work status, depending on the program and current law and policy A high school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions, and a bachelor's or qualifying professional degree for officer positions Meeting age limits that vary by program and are set in law and Navy policy.
Some communities have more restrictive age ranges Meeting medical, vision, and dental standards, including body composition and physical fitness requirements, with some jobs requiring more demanding standards Meeting character and conduct standards, including background screening Achieving required test scores for your program, such as the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery for enlisted roles or officer qualification tests for officer programs Eligibility for a security clearance when required for your rating or designator Additional qualifications can include specific skills, education, licensure, or experience that are unique to a job or community and will be reviewed with you by a recruiter.
Additional qualifications for this job may include: Completion of a rigorous technical degree in engineering, physics, mathematics, or a closely related field that includes strong backgrounds in calculus and physics; outstanding academic record, particularly in technical coursework; United States citizenship and eligibility for a high level security clearance; strong technical aptitude and comfort with detailed analytical work.
Education Education benefits are available through standard Navy programs such as Tuition Assistance, the Post-9/11 GI Bill, ACE-recommended college credit for Navy training, Navy COOL-funded certifications, USMAP apprenticeships, and other Navy College Program opportunities.
Specific options depend on the Sailor's status, training, and current Navy policy.
Pay, Benefits & Service Pay, benefits, and service commitments follow standard Navy Active and/or Reserve policies for this type of role, including basic pay, allowances when eligible, health coverage, and retirement options.
Exact entitlements, special pays, and service obligations depend on program, component, years of service, and current law and Navy guidance.
Incentives Incentives such as bonuses, special pays, and loan repayment may be available at times for specific ratings or communities, but they change frequently and cannot be guaranteed.
Applicants must confirm current incentives and eligibility with an official Navy recruiter or authoritative Navy source.
Notes and Disclaimers This description is a general overview of typical duties, training, and opportunities in this community.
It does not replace official Navy instructions, policies, or contracts and does not guarantee specific assignments, training, incentives, or outcomes.
Actual opportunities depend on Navy needs, individual performance, screening results, and current law and policy.
