Turning Engineer (NTN Driveshaft Anderson/Anderson, IN) - Anderson, IN

Position Summary:

Responsible for supporting, developing and implementing engineering processes related to CNC production machining (Green Turning & Rolling/Broaching) for the manufacture of constant velocity joint (CVJs). Works closely with all related departments to support company objectives within a team based hands-on environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Supports, develops, evaluates, and improves manufacturing methods for machining operations.
• Tests and evaluates equipment, instruments and components to eliminate failures and increase productivity and quality.
• Analyzes and designs workflow, work force utilization, space requirements, and layout of equipment for maximum efficiency.
• Develops and maintains CNC programs associated with the machining processes.
• Completes any changes to programs to produce quality components that meet drawing limits/customer requirements.
• Plans and specifies tooling requirements for production, including jigs and fixtures or special cutting tools.
• Ensures machine processes are running at optimum efficiency with correct speeds and feeds.
• Works to tight tolerances and checks own work during trial production batch runs.
• Participates in and/or leads cost reduction activities.
• Works closely with members of Manufacturing and Quality to support company targets for cost, quality, and delivery.
• Troubleshoots CNC machining set ups, processes on the shop floor and production problems whenever needed.
• Demonstrates a good analytical approach to problem solving.
• Uses statistical methods to evaluate process performance vs. specification.
• Installs and completes initial start-up of equipment.
• Creates and maintains process routings, process drawings, CNC programs, and tooling lists.
• Interacts with tooling, equipment, and sub-contract vendors to determine appropriate specifications and to arrange for the purchase of equipment, materials, or services.
• Estimates production times, staffing requirements, and related costs to provide information, as needed.
• Serves as technical leader of Engineering team comprised of Engineering Technician(s) and Japanese Support Engineer.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree within the engineering field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 3 years of experience as an engineer in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• 3 year experience with CNC equipment preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of machine G&M code and macro programming.
• Experience with turning, milling, spline/thread rolling, and broaching required.
• Good hands on ability (help, assist and perform).
• Experience working with tight tolerances.
• Can read and understand geometric dimension and tolerance included on blueprints and schematics.
• Experience with CAD software (i.e. AutoCAD, Inventor, SolidWorks).
• Experience with 3D modeling a plus.
• General shop fabrication skills a plus.
• FANUC CNC and Okuma lathe/mill experience a plus
• Strong computer skills, experience with Microsoft Office.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Team oriented.
• Ability to work well cross-functionally and communicate with internal and external parties.
• Strong problem solving skills, including ability to collect data, establish facts, draw conclusions and recommend effective corrective action.
• Ability to organize, plan, allocate resources and prioritize in order to meet multiple overlapping and competing deadlines and strict timelines.
• Strict attention to safety.
• Demonstrated project management and leadership abilities.
• Good organizational skills (document control).
• Budget and financial experience.
• Ability to respond to issues outside of normal business hours.
• Previous experience in automotive manufacturing or in a multi-cultural environment a plus.

Physical Requirements:

• Lifting and Carrying: Ability to lift up to 30 pounds regularly and up to 50 pounds occasionally.
• Standing & Walking: Ability to stand for extended periods and walk long distances, climbing stairs or ladders occasionally.
• Repetitive Motion: Capable of performing repetitive tasks, including grasping, lifting, twisting and reaching. and bending, squatting.
• Hand-eye Coordination: Ability to use hands and fingers to handle and feel objects, tools, and controls and make quick, precise adjustments to machine controls.
• Fine Motor Skills: Ability to use manual dexterity to operate levers, buttons, and controls.
• Vision & Attention to Detail: Good close, distance, and peripheral vision, as well as the ability to adjust focus and ensure safe operations, including reading gauges and safety indicators.
• Physical Stamina: Ability to maintain focus and physical energy throughout the workday. The pace of work is steady.
• Balance & Mobility: Must have good balance and be able to move freely in tight spaces, ability to bend and squat.
• Environmental Conditions: Ability to work in various conditions including varying temperatures, exposure to manufacturing oils and fluids and moderate noise levels.
• Safety Gear: Ability to wear proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) like gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, steel toed boots, hard hat as required.