NIC Global is a single-source manufacturer providing turn-key mechanical and electromechanical assembly, expert sheet metal fabrication, and global sourcing of metal and plastic components. We provide products to great customers such as Philips, PACCAR (Kenworth & Peterbilt), Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, Physio Controls, and Leviton to name a few. Our growing company employs nearly 600 people in Washington, Tennessee, Ohio, and Texas. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package which includes health and dental insurance, 401(k) plan, and tuition reimbursement. Our fun, family like atmosphere provides a great place to work where employees are celebrated through a wide variety of employee events and recognition programs. Visit us at www.nicglobalms.com to learn more. NIC Global is an equal opportunity employer. 

JOB SUMMARY 

Evaluates manufacturing processes by developing, designing and conducting research to improve manufacturing methods using knowledge of process design; materials and parts, fabrication processes, tooling and production equipment capabilities, assembly methods and quality control standards.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/DUTIES

• • Responsible for development, programming, and internal drawing creation of all NPI (new part introduction).
  • Works with cross functional teams to identify and implement lean solutions to achieve safety, efficiency, and quality goals. 
  • Uses error proofing strategies to design fixtures and tooling for production operations.
  • Identifies, organizes, and leads teams to resolve production process and product issues. 
  • Adapts machine or equipment designs to factory and production conditions. 
  • Designs arrangement of machines within plant facilities to ensure most efficient and productive layout. 
  • Trains lower-level Manufacturing Engineers. 
  • This job description reflects the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. Additional duties and responsibilities may be required, based upon business needs, at any time with or without notice.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree from a four-year college or university.
• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in a Manufacturing environment; sheet metal experience and design knowledge/experience desired.
• Experience with CNC programming (preferably with Striker software).
• Six Sigma certified helpful.
• Strong Lean Manufacturing background. 
• Strong analytical, communication, and MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel & PowerPoint) skills; proficient in design software (Solid Works, Autocad and DraftSight).
• A high level of creativity and latitude is required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS 

Ability to lift 25lbs with or without accommodation.