Manufacturing Engineer

Job title: Manufacturing Engineer II

Location: Erlanger, KY

Direct Hire/ Full-time

Looking for:

• Capable of NPI (New Product Introduction) to ensure the successful development and launch of new products.

• Excellent ability to apply a systematic and analytical approach to problem solving

• Experience with 3D Solid Modeling and Simulation Software

• Advanced knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma or other continuous improvement

• Siemens NX (3D modeling and drafting) experience a plus (design of workholding, inspection tooling as well as Injection, Compression, and RTM molds

• Fibersim experience a plus

• Composites Manufacturing experience a plus keying on knowledge of thermoset and thermoplastic materials and chemistry

Job Designation

The Engineer 2, Manufacturing provides a range of expertise in supporting and improving the manufacturing capabilities to produce products. The Engineer will contribute to improving a range of fabrication processes that can directly impact the sustaining and growth efforts of operations. This position will be focused on design and deployment of digital motion systems-this includes, but is not limited to: robot programming, working with outside vendors for turnkey systems, and deployment/maintenance of data collection and monitoring equipment. The Engineer will participate in both the introduction of new products and technology as well as amelioration of existing processes.

Job Core Responsibilities

• Evaluates manufacturing processes by designing and conducting research programs; applying knowledge of product design, programming, assembly, tooling, and materials

• Develops manufacturing processes and designs by studying product requirements; researching, designing, modifying, and implementing manufacturing methods and equipment.

• Optimization of process and consulting with process engineers on a “design for manufacturability” approach

• Understands and minimize both technical process variability and human process variability

• Participates in Design and NC Programming and maintaining revision control for processes and designs

• Improves manufacturing efficiency by analyzing and planning work flow, space requirements, and equipment layout.

• Provides manufacturing decision-making information by calculating production, labor, and material costs; reviewing production schedules; estimating future requirements.

• Coordinates with outside vendors on development and design of turn-key automated systems.

• Regular, consistent and punctual attendance is required. May need to work nights and weekends, variable schedule(s) and additional hours as necessary

Job Specifications

Education: Bachelor degree in Engineering or equivalent combination of relevant education and work experience that will allow successful performance of job expectations

Years’ Experience: 3 - 5 years of relevant experience in manufacturing environment

Skills:

• Excellent ability to apply a systematic and analytical approach to problem solving

• Experience with 3D Solid Modeling and Simulation Software

• NC/Robot Programming experience preferred

• Advanced knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma or other continuous improvement

• Ability to explain a range of complex technical information

• Effective interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills to drive tasks to completion

• Adaptable to changing requirements and situations

• Proficient in Microsoft Office and database management tools