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FM Industries

Engineer, Sustaining

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What they do

A Manufacturing Project Engineer manages the manufacturing process from conception to completion. Supervises manufacturing teams, evaluates proposals and documentation, plans the whole manufacturing process and oversees the implementation to completion. Is the primary technical point of contact for the project.

$108,597 / year median in California

+9% projected growth

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Engineer, Sustaining FM Industries•3.0 Livermore, CA Job Details $100,000•$145,000 a year 1 hour ago Benefits Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Vision insurance Life insurance Pet insurance Qualifications Incident investigation techniques for hazard identification Mechanical blueprint interpretation Report preparation Computer operation Defect resolution root cause analysis Technical documentation Product testing in engineering ERP systems Statistical Process Control Corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) Technical report writing Project management experience in manufacturing Manufacturing facility experience Mechanical drawings Brazing Cleanroom experience Productivity software Research findings presentation Manufacturing company experience Mechanical knowledge Cross-functional communication Failure analysis Full Job Description
WHAT CAN BE OFFER YOU FOR ALL YOUR HARD WORK?
(full-time) Competitive Salary PTO Program Nine (9) Paid Holidays!! Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance Short and Long-Term Disability Coverage
AT NO COST TO EMPLOYEE!
! Tuition Assistance Pet Insurance Flexible Spending Plans Health Spending Plans Comprehensive Online Learning Center•houses thousands of training resources available to learn at your own pace!! 401(k) Retirement Savings•with a generous company 30% match! (100% vested after six years)
GET TO KNOW US
FM Industries can promise you an environment that not only encourages your best, but also rewards it with plenty of room to grow. FM industries is a premier manufacturing solutions provider. We specialize in build to print, precision machined components, anodizing and engineered thermal spray coatings. We provide customers leading edge support from protype to production.
SUMMARY OF POSITION
Responsible for the ongoing technical support, continuous improvement, and lifecycle management of released products and manufacturing processes. This position works closely with Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Customers, and Suppliers to resolve production issues, improve product quality and reliability, reduce costs, manage engineering changes, and ensure consistent compliance with customer and regulatory requirements. The Sustaining Engineer serves as the primary technical resource for sustaining released products throughout their lifecycle.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES
Provide technical support for released products throughout their manufacturing lifecycle. Investigate and resolve production, quality, yield, and customer-related issues through structured problem-solving methodologies. Lead root cause and corrective action (RCCA) activities involving internal teams, suppliers, and customers. Develop and implement process improvements to improve quality, capacity, manufacturability, and operational efficiency. Identify and execute cost-reduction, cycle-time reduction, and productivity improvement initiatives. Process Engineering Change Orders (ECOs) and lead implementation of product and process changes. Analyze manufacturing nonconformances and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence. Support supplier qualification, supplier process changes, and component obsolescence management. Track, monitor, and improve manufacturing cycle times and process performance. Collaborate with Quality Engineering, Manufacturing, and Production teams to improve product quality and manufacturing performance. Interface directly with customers regarding technical issues, product performance, engineering changes, and continuous improvement opportunities. Support design reviews and Design for Manufacturability (DFM) assessments for product revisions and customer-driven changes. Interpret customer specifications and ensure continued compliance with contractual requirements. Ensure conformance to ISO procedures, quality system requirements, and FM Industries established protocols. Design, build, and operate safe systems. Understand basic safety work processes such as JSAs and MOCs. Comply with applicable environmental, health, and safety laws and regulations, Company policy, and accepted safe work practices. Perform additional related duties as assigned.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related technical discipline. 3+ years of experience in precision manufacturing, semiconductor manufacturing, aerospace, medical or automotive or related high-technology industries. Experience supporting released products in a manufacturing environment. Strong knowledge of Root Cause Corrective Action methodologies such as 8D, A3, Fishbone, 5 Why, or equivalent. Strong organizational, analytical, planning, and project management skills. Ability to create technical reports and present findings to management, customers, and cross-functional teams. Computer literacy including Microsoft Office applications and ERP systems. Experience interpreting engineering drawings, specifications, manufacturing documentation, and customer requirements. Knowledge of machining, assembly, welding, brazing, anodizing, cleaning, and other precision manufacturing processes. Experience coordinating failure-analysis activities and verification testing. Knowledge of electromechanical assemblies and cleanroom manufacturing environments. Knowledge of quality systems, SPC, PFMEA, Control Plans, and corrective action processes.
PREFERRED CERTIFICATIONS, LICENSES AND REGISTRATIONS
Lean Manufacturing Certification/Training Six Sigma Green Belt or Equivalent GD&T Certification/Training ERP System Certification/Training Root Cause Analysis / Problem Solving Training Project Management Certification/Training
PHYSICAL DEMANDS WHILE PERFORMING THE JOB
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, sit, walk, balance, stoop, kneel, and crouch. The employee frequently is required to use hands to handle objects. The employee is occasionally required to lift and move objects up to 15 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT OF THE JOB
The physical environment requires the employee to work in a normal office setting with frequent visits to the manufacturing floor and certified cleanroom. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment ranges from quiet to moderate The employee will be required to use personal protective equipment (PPE) to prevent exposure to hazardous materials commonly used in a manufacturing environment (i.e., safety glasses and shoes, gloves, ear plugs/covers, mask, cleanroom suit) in the shop floor area.
CULTURE:
At FM Industries our success is powered by people and technology. Our culture is what makes FM a fun and rewarding place to work. We champion diversity and we are always seeking new ways to amaze our customers. Success is celebrated and integrity is the core of who we are at FM Industries.
FM Industries Values:
CUSTOMER FOCUS
•Partnering to deliver excellence and innovation SAFETY•Prioritizing the wellbeing of our people
INTEGRITY
•Achieving our best through mutual respect and teamwork QUALITY•Investing in our People, Processes, and Products
ACCOUNTABILITY
•Taking ownership of our words, actions and results Give us your best and we'll give you ours!!