Senior Manufacturing Engineer

The Manufacturing Engineer position develops and implements optimal, cost-effective manufacturing processes and methods in accordance with product specifications and quality standards; recommends and implements improvements to production processes, methods and controls; coordinates manufacturing launch for new or revised products. Responsible for the design and/or testing of tooling and equipment and/or planning the manufacturing processes in a designated area of the manufacturing plant.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist in the development of manufacturing systems with the focus on continuous improvement related to quality and throughput capability of production equipment.
• Work is of a technical nature where decisions are made within general practices and procedures, where supervision is available to handle unusual situations.
• Direct the design, development and/or improvement of manufacturing processes.
• Study product requirements; researching, designing, modifying and testing manufacturing methods and equipment.
• Apply knowledge of product design fabrication, assembly, tooling and materials.
• Assure product and process quality by designing testing methods; testing finished product and process capabilities; establishing standards; confirming manufacturing processes.
• Occasional instruction, training and assignment of work to a small group of employees.
• Analyze process elements for improved manufacturing capability.
• Analyze equipment deficiencies for manufacturing improvements.
• Provide technical support for specific plant operations.
• Physical presence in the workplace is an essential function.
• Implements and actively supports the plant and corporate safety policies and initiatives.
• Implement safety and good housekeeping standards.
• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelors Degree in Engineering field
• 5+ years experience
• Experience in part processing using various grinding, turning, machining center equipment.
• CNC programming experience with a thorough knowledge of machine control systems.
• Project management experience regarding machine procurement, cost analysis and process validation.
• Direct manufacturing experience with at least one of the following component groups: rotating and reciprocating components, gears and/or prismatic parts.
• High level of analytical ability to solve complex problems.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of tooling, manufacturing process and manufacturing equipment required.
• High level of interpersonal skills to work effectively with others.
• Understanding of machine and manufacturing processes.

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS

• 7+ years experience
• Experience working with Unigraphics and other CAD programs.
• Experience in gear/spline manufacturing, gear geometry, analytical gear evaluation