Über diese Engineer II Stelle bei Andersen Windows
ANDERSEN CORPORATION SUMMARY:
At Andersen, we see possibility everywhere, every day and in everything we do. The possibility for our employees to achieve their full potential, for our communities to be stronger and for everyone to have a healthier, happier place to live.
Our portfolio of brands — Andersen Windows & Doors, Renewal by Andersen and Fenetres MQ — is crafted to serve customers across the new residential, home improvement and light commercial building sector.
Join our more than 13,000 employees who are inspired every day to deliver exceptional experiences that turn possibility into reality.
JOB DESCRIPTION:
The OPD Engineer II is an experienced engineering role responsible for leading product design enhancements, supporting manufacturing implementation, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. This position operates with a high degree of autonomy and serves as a key technical link between product development and plant operations, ensuring solutions are manufacturable, scalable, and aligned with Andersen’s quality, cost, and performance objectives while advancing our goal of delivering a world-class customer experience.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Product Development & Design Leadership
Lead design enhancements and product line extensions within assigned platforms (e.g., E-Series, 500 Series)
Translate product requirements into robust, manufacturable solutions with minimal supervision
Proactively identify design risks and drive mitigation strategies early in the development process
Manufacturing & Plant Integration
Serve as a primary engineering liaison to the Dubuque plant for assigned products and projects
Ensure design changes are production-ready and aligned with tooling, processes, and plant capability
Lead implementation of product and process changes, including pilots, validation, and production ramp-up
Continuous Improvement & Problem Solving
Lead root cause analysis (RCA) on complex product and process issues using data-driven methods
Identify and implement design and process improvements to enhance quality, reduce cost, and improve throughput
Drive measurable improvements in key performance metrics (e.g., defect rates, capability, efficiency)
Cross-Functional Leadership
Lead and influence cross-functional teams including operations, quality, supply chain, and suppliers
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to less experienced engineers
Effectively communicate risks, trade-offs, and recommendations to stakeholders and leadership
Technical Analysis & Validation
Analyze engineering and production data to support design decisions and continuous improvement
Develop and execute validation plans, including testing, DOE (Design of Experiments), and capability studies
Support material qualification, supplier changes, and product certification requirements
Create and present reports summarizing technical analysis and business viability to varied audiences
QUALIFICATIONS
Required
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Manufacturing, Materials, or related field)
3–7 years of engineering experience in a manufacturing or product development environment
Experience as a design engineer on a cross-functional engineering team
Strong aptitude for process improvement, problem solving, technical execution, and project management
Experience delivering products from ideation through commercialization using a gated design review process
Preferred
Experience with window/fenestration products or similar engineered systems
Knowledge of PDP / stage-gate product development processes
Experience with statistical tools, DOE, and data analysis
Experience with Autodesk, FEA, MS Office, BAAN, and MES
PAY RANGE:
$81,035.00 - $125,605.00CULTURE AND BENEFITS:
At Andersen, we believe our people are at the heart of everything we do. Every day, their talent, dedication and passion enables us to be the most trusted window & door company. To support our employees, we provide a comprehensive Total Rewards Package – a thoughtful combination of pay and benefits that reflects our commitment to investing in each team member’s wellbeing and success. While specific benefits may vary by position or location, we’re proud to offer a comprehensive Total Rewards Package designed to support your well‑being, growth, and future. Our benefits include:
- 401 (k) Plan, Employer Fixed Contributions & Company Matching
- Profit Sharing*
- Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage*
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)*, Health Savings Account (HSA) and Health Reimbursement Account (HRA)
- Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
- Paid Maternity Leave & Paid Parental Leave*
- Career Growth Planning & Nationwide Career Opportunities
*For employees covered by a collective bargaining agreement, some benefits may differ or may not be available based on the terms of the agreement.
PROFIT SHARING: In 2026 Andersen has set a profit-sharing target of $3,600 per eligible employee, prorated as appropriate. Profit Sharing will be paid out in quarterly installments to provide eligible employees with payments throughout the year, with payment amounts tied to quarterly operating profit performance.
EEOC EMPLOYER: Andersen is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, disability, marital status, national origin, citizenship, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Andersen Corporation will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of all applicable federal, state and local laws.
If you need a reasonable accommodation to complete a job application, participate in a job interview, or engage in any part of the hiring process, please contact [email protected].
We look forward to seeing how your unique skills, background and experiences will inspire our team and help us continue to be the leader we are today.
