Job Description
Senior Manufacturing Engineer - Design for Excellence Leslie Controls, Inc. - 3.3 Tampa, FL Job Details 3 hours ago Qualifications Customer communication Mechanical assembly 3D modeling software ISO standards Quality control statistical data analysis Materials engineering within manufacturing Metal casting Six Sigma methodology implementation Engineering process optimization GD&T Metal forging 3D modeling for product design Manufacturing facility Mechanical drawings ASME codes & standards Desktop applications Data interpretation Product design Additive manufacturing implementation Engineering product development Design for manufacturability (DFM) Computer skills Productivity software Quality improvement programs in engineering Treating (manufacturing process) Manufacturing company experience Mechanical knowledge Implementing lean manufacturing processes Cross-functional communication Mechanical product development projects Full Job Description Department Mission Statement The mission of Manufacturing Engineering is to establish manufacturing control through process development, creation of standard work, and cross functional collaboration to guarantee process safety and quality while supporting improved delivery through efficiency. The Sr. DFX Engineer - MFG will have a functional reporting to the Sr. Process Engineering Manager. It will reside on the Operational Excellence Team and have a direct impact on production floor continuous improvement initiatives under the direction of the Operational Excellence Manager (Matrix Manager).
POSITION DETAILS
Position Summary The Senior Manufacturing Engineer serves as the primary technical liaison between product design and manufacturing to ensure we deliver manufacturable valve designs for U.S. Navy applications. You will work cross-functionally with design, manufacturing, assembly, and quality to drive robust producible designs and continuous improvement. This role requires extensive experience in both mechanical design and manufacturing within a regulated production environment. Principal Activities Assist in DFM/DFA reviews for new and existing products to ensure manufacturability, assembly efficiency, and cost optimization Collaborate with product design engineers early in the development cycle to influence architecture, materials, tolerances, and processes Develop and enforce manufacturing design standards, best practices, and design guidelines Partner with manufacturing engineering and suppliers to select appropriate manufacturing processes (machining, casting, molding, stamping, additive, etc.) Identify and mitigate manufacturing risks through FMEA, tolerance analysis, and process capability studies Drive cost-reduction initiatives through design simplification, part count reduction, and alternative materials or processes Support prototype builds, pilot runs, and production ramp-up; resolve DFM-related issues quickly and effectively Analyze quality and production data to improve yield, reliability, and throughput Mentor junior engineers on DFM principles and manufacturing fundamentals Support supplier engagement, technical reviews, and manufacturability assessments Define, maintain, and control the technical standards for use by Manufacturing Engineers Be the prime contact on high-level Manufacturing Engineering projects Ensure compliance with applicable military, naval, and industry standards (e.g., NAVSEA requirements, MIL-STD, ASME, ASTM) Support configuration management, engineering change control (ECR/ECO), and technical data package (TDP) integrity Participate in customer reviews, audits, and technical interchange meetings as required Maintain technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing publications, establishing industry networks, benchmarking state-of-the-art practices, and/or participating in professional associations Travel as needed, anticipated as less than 10% of working time Provide manufacturing and manufacturability input for production planning, design, or repair Participate in or lead continuous improvement projects that support the Lean Manufacturing methodology such as SMED and Kaizen events Takes initiative to solve complex engineering problems and coordinate with other functional areas as needed Produce comprehensive and complete engineering technical documentation Demonstrate effective communication (teleconference, email, and in-person) through interaction with customers (internal and external) regarding technical subject matter. Lead continuous improvement activities Provide technical guidance to small and mid-size engineering project teams Comply with all company policies/procedures Comply with all military and contractual requirements All other duties as assigned CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS
Knowledge Skills & Abilities Results oriented, with sound judgment Excellent demonstrated verbal and written communication skills Excellent demonstrated analytical, critical thinking, and strategic skills Excellent Interpersonal skills Ability to work in a cross-function team Ability to perform in an ambiguous environment Ability to balance cost, quality, performance, and schedule System-Level thinking Strong knowledge with machine shop equipment and general CNC machinery Detail-oriented with a bias toward execution Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, materials, tolerancing, and GD&T Extensive machining background in the production of close tolerance highly precision products involving various types of metals Knowledgeable with metal processing background, i.e., Heat Treating, Surface Finishing, Forging, Casting, etc. Thorough knowledge of Microsoft applications Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner Develop alternative solutions Works well in group problem solving situations Presents ideas and information in a manner that gets others' attention Exhibits sound and accurate judgment Presents numerical data effectively Demonstrated aptitude for process improvement and use of Lean and Six-Sigma resources and tools Education & Experience Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline 5+ years of experience in DFM, manufacturing engineering, or product development in a production environment. Proven experience designing and supporting production of valve systems or similar pressure-containing mechanical assemblies Demonstrated experience working in a non-union manufacturing environment Strong understanding of machining, welding, casting, forging, assembly, and inspection processes Advanced proficiency in engineering drawings, GD&T, and tolerance analysis Experience with 3D CAD software (SolidWorks preferred, Creo, NX, or similar) Familiarity with formal quality systems (ISO 9001, AS9100, or equivalent defense standards) Metal additive experience is a plus. Other U.S. Citizen CIRCOR is an EEO Employer of Females / Minorities / Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
