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Design and Change Control Engineer

Marmon Holdings · West Haven, CT

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Level
Engineer
Team
Controls
Base pay
$75k–$80k
Degree
Required
Experience asked
2+ years
Industry
Industrial
Posted
9 days ago

The role in 30 seconds

An engineer-level controls role at Marmon Holdings (industrial) in West Haven, CT. Create and update 3D models and detailed drawings in SolidWorks for new product development and existing products.

They ask for
2+ years · degree required
Tools it names
GD&T, Injection molding, Tooling, SolidWorks
Base pay
$75k–$80k

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From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 2026

Controls Engineer roles in Connecticut: typical posted base $86k–$128k. This one lists $75k–$80k.

Median of the low and high ends of 3 live postings that list pay, out of 4 controls engineer openings in Connecticut, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.

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How this role compares

Against 734 other live controls postings in the US.

Base pay
About 35% below similar roles

Typical $97k–$141k, from 247 postings that list pay.

Experience asked
Less than usual (2+ vs 5+)

Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.

Skills these teams ask for most

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  • Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ) 27%
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Stands out: this posting asks for GD&T, Injection molding, SolidWorks, Cost reduction, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.

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Responsibilities

  • ◆Create and update 3D models and detailed drawings in SolidWorks for new product development and existing products.
  • ◆Design filtration components, housings, and test fixtures under the direction of senior engineers.
  • ◆Apply dimensioning and tolerancing standards (GD&T) and perform basic tolerance checks.
  • ◆Support prototype builds, 3D printing, and design verification testing.
  • ◆Work with suppliers on part manufacturability, including injection molded parts.
  • ◆Support cost reduction and sustaining engineering projects.

Change Control

Responsibilities

  • ◆Own the EC process, including ECR, ECO, and ECN. Receive requests and align with stakeholders on priority and ownership.
  • ◆Facilitate impact reviews and approvals. Participate on the EC Board.
  • ◆Implement changes in Epicor and maintain drawings, specifications, and bills of materials.
  • ◆Check work for accuracy and completeness, and maintain EC records.
  • ◆Maintain and improve change control tools and workflows.
  • ◆Provide training and support to other teams, and support internal and external audits.

General

Responsibilities

  • ◆Lead engineering and cross-functional projects of low to moderate complexity from planning through completion.
  • ◆Develop project plans, coordinate activities, track progress, and communicate status, risks, and decisions.
  • ◆Work across engineering, manufacturing, quality, supply chain, and other functions to resolve issues and meet project objectives.
  • ◆Manage multiple priorities and complete work accurately and on schedule.
  • ◆Identify and implement practical improvements to products, processes, tools, and documentation.
  • ◆Follow company quality, safety, regulatory, and documentation requirements.

Requirements

  • ✓Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
  • ✓2+ years’ experience in design engineering, engineering change control, or both, in a manufacturing environment.
  • ✓Proficiency with SolidWorks, including detailed drawings.
  • ✓Working knowledge of GD&T.
  • ✓Experience with an engineering change process.
  • ✓Experience entering and updating item and bill of materials records in an ERP system. Epicor preferred.
  • ✓Strong attention to detail and clear written and verbal communication.
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KX Technologies LLC

As a part of the global industrial organization Marmon Holdings—which is backed by Berkshire Hathaway— you’ll be doing things that matter, leading at every level, and winning a better way. We’re committed to making a positive impact on the world, providing you with diverse learning and working opportunities, and fostering a culture where everyone’s empowered to be their best.

The Design and Change Control Engineer supports product design and owns the engineering change (EC) process. This role splits time between design work on new and existing products and managing engineering changes from request through release. The role works with engineering, manufacturing, quality, and supply chain to make sure designs and changes are accurate, on time, and meet company and industry requirements. The role will also be part of our centralized Design team, where they will support the design of global water filtration products.

Design

Nice to Have

  • +Plastic part design and injection molding experience.
  • +Knowledge of water filtration products and regulatory requirements, such as NSF/ANSI standards.
  • +Experience with ISO-based quality systems.
  • +Experience with Monday.com or similar workflow tools.

Location

West Haven, CT (On-site)

Following receipt of a conditional offer of employment, candidates will be required to complete additional job-related screening processes as permitted or required by applicable law .

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