Engineer I

Position Summary

The Engineer I is a liaison between product engineering and manufacturing departments. The primary functions of this position will be to create the CNC programs used in manufacturing and to train employees on operating procedures for each machine. This Engineer I will also assist manufacturing engineering as needed including creating technical drawings for jigs, fixtures, and plant layouts. Trains operators on use of new jigs and equipment as needed. Communicates issues related to technical drawings back to the product engineering department. Provides technical support to manufacturing employees by interpreting technical drawings, training operators on new parts and assemblies, answering questions related to assembly, or fabrication of trailer parts and assemblies. Troubleshoots manufacturing quality problems to determine the root cause of problems. Creates technical drawings with CAD software. Improves processes and conditions to create an efficient and productive work environment.

Essential Functions

• Create CNC programs using CAM/Nesting software.
• Trains new employees on how to properly operate CNC machines and programs.
• Create spreadsheets for CNC machinery.
• Affords assistance to manufacturing engineering as needed including creating technical drawings for jigs, fixtures, and plant layouts.
• Trains operators on use of new jigs and equipment as needed.
• Communicates issues related to technical drawings back to the product engineering department.
• Provides technical support to manufacturing employees by interpreting technical drawings, training operators on new parts and assemblies, answering questions related to assembly, or fabrication of trailer parts and assemblies.
• Troubleshoots manufacturing quality problems to determine the root cause of problems.
• Creates technical drawings with CAD software.
• Improves processes and conditions to create an efficient and productive work environment.

Skills & Requirements

• Age: Eighteen years of age minimum.
• Education: Engineering degree Preferred Experience: Prior manufacturing and/or engineering experience with CNC machines and software. Associate degree a plus.
• Computer Skills: Competent.
• Certifications: None.
• Communication: Ability to read, write, comprehend, and communicate clearly and concisely using the English language.
• Other Requirements: Able to wear hardhat, eye, and ear protection & safety toe boots.