Manufacturing Engineer

Position Summary:

Supporting and improving the design and efficiency of equipment, processes and systems using sound engineering practices which includes the implementation of lean manufacturing practices. Troubleshooting and problem solving, often as a leader with advanced knowledge, to correct manufacturing inefficiencies, processes and systems when there are failures. Essential Job Functions include, but not limited to, the following: General - Applies to all Manufacturing Engineers Champion and Leader for Lean Manufacturing Principles. Utilization of Value Stream Mapping (VSM) and Material Information Flow Chart (MIFC) to drive improvement activities. Create and utilize standards to evaluate improvement activities. Improve manufacturing efficiency by analyzing and planning workflow, space requirements, and equipment layout. Ability to identify, communicate and resolve mechanical failures associated with tools. Responsible for safety in process design and in execution of daily activities. Ensure compliance of practices, procedures and instructions relative to applicable corporate standards (ISO, TS, etc.). Ensure quality outputs from daily activities. Use of proper data collection and analysis to ensure provided information is supported with data that reinforces the stated output. Coordinate/facilitate/analyze process design of experiments (DOE's). Ensure timely execution of planned activities. Provide process design and improvements in a cost-efficient manner. Proficient in completing cost justifications with acceptable ROI. Foster good working relationship and demonstrate effective communication skills with vendors, team members, suppliers and project teams. Manage large projects and/or large volume of projects; provides strategic support. Ability to oversee the work of other engineers; provide direction, feedback and mentoring. Independently develop approaches to projects; supervision is in the form of general discussions about desired results. Determine the technical objectives of assignments. Demonstrate proven ability to apply advanced engineering principles. Understand the impact of one's decisions on other areas of the business; work broadly across the organization by interacting with multiple engineering disciplines. Embrace lifelong learning and identify when it is necessary to acquire new knowledge and skills; take self-driven action to develop professionally. Demonstrate an interest in learning about new and emerging tools and technology. Recognized as a leader in problem solving complex problems; mentor others by teaching engineering knowledge and skills. Skillfully use logic and analysis to identify the strengths and weaknesses, the costs and benefits and the short- and long-term consequences of different approaches. Continuously act to prevent problems, pursue opportunities and improve system performance. Develop innovative methods of obtaining or using resources when sufficient resources are not available. Additional functions not specifically outlined in this position description can be directed by the leader. Functional Priority - Manufacturing Engineers will focus within one or more functional priority Launch & Manufacturing Support Support manufacturing production by leading troubleshooting and continuous improvement activities. Support plant problem solving teams to ensure the production of quality parts and a safe working environment. Provide on-call support for all manufacturing processes to meet customer demands, when necessary. Develop maturation plans and timelines in accordance with risk mitigation strategies. Support activities to launch new business and execute the maturation process. Participate in regular launch team meetings. Lead technical solutions and provide input and support for tool designs and development. Participate in Process Failure Mode Effects & Analysis (PFMEA) development (and review) meetings. Provide the specification for and procure capital needed to support new business. Communicate and share information with peers to ensure launching practices are standard. Continuously challenge maturation activities and identify opportunities to reduce maturation time. New Business Pursuit Support activities associated with winning new business. Participate in Feasibility and Process Plan and Tolerance Reviews (PPTAR). Provide quotes in the agreed upon timing. Identify opportunities to reduce quoting, feasibility and PPTAR times. Communicate and share information with global peers to ensure quoting practices are standard. Engage in investigation of methods to achieve a competitive process and "win" business. Ensure successful transition of value stream to Launch Engineer by sharing pertinent information developed during the quoting process. Ensure Minimum Process Requirements (MPR) are accurate and relevant.

Requirements:

Position Skills and Experience Requirements:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty effectively. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. Education/Experience Engineering or Engineering Technology Degree from an accredited institution with 7+ years of professional engineering experience Master's Degree in Engineering with 3+ years of professional engineering experience. Knowledge and experience with Lean Manufacturing methods. Six Sigma training (Yellow, Green or Black belt) preferred but not required Proficient in SolidWorks modeling, assemblies, and drawing creation. High level understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing Proficient with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Outlook, etc. Travel is occasionally required, up to 10% of the time. Experience in an automative-related field preferred but not required.