Advanced Manufacturing Engineer-DFM/DFX

Advanced Manufacturing Engineer-DFM/DFX at Belcan Advanced Manufacturing Engineer-DFM/DFX at Belcan in Middleton, Massachusetts Posted in about 20 hours ago.

Type:

full-time

Job Description:

Job Title:

Advanced Manufacturing Engineer/Mechanical Engineer II Location:

North Reading, MA Duration:

8 Months, potential to

Conversion/ Extension Job Description:

Design and implement world-class manufacturing solutions that transition cutting-edge robotics products from concept to production at scale, driving quality excellence across global supply chains.

KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Apply Design for X (DFX) principles to transition autonomous robotic solutions and mechatronic systems from design to production
• Develop and qualify suppliers while managing product lifecycle changes across complex global supply chains
• Lead cross-functional quality improvement projects and drive technical root cause analysis for supplier defects
• Design and develop manufacturing test solutions for consumer electronics and robotics systems
• Implement best-in-class manufacturing systems for scalability, focusing on gearbox assembly, stator winding, rotor manufacturing, and motor integration
• Collaborate with design teams globally to influence product designs and ensure manufacturability at scale

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related technical field
• Experience applying Design for Manufacturing (DFM), Design for Assembly (DFA), or Design for X principles
• Experience with manufacturing processes including injection molding, machining, sheet metal fabrication, or electronics assembly
• Experience working with contract manufacturers and managing supplier relationships
• Knowledge of quality systems and methodologies including Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, or continuous improvement principles
• Experience with CAD software and technical drawing interpretation
• Understanding of statistical process control and capability analysis

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Further qualifications would be a plus:

• Master's degree in Engineering Management, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field
• Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification
• Experience with robotics, mechatronics, or electromechanical systems manufacturing
• Experience leading New Product Introduction (NPI) activities from prototype to mass production
• Knowledge of test engineering principles and automated test equipment development
• Experience with failure analysis techniques including FMEA, 8D, and root cause corrective action
• Familiarity with Industry 4.0 technologies and smart manufacturing systems
• Experience working in global manufacturing environments across multiple time zones
• Strong project management skills with ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders
• Excellent communication skills with ability to present technical concepts to diverse audiences