Manufacturing Engineer I

About the role

The Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for applying engineering principles through planning and development of tools, methods, processes, facility, and equipment that maximize quality of the final product in the most effective, efficient, and economic way possible.

Responsibilities

• Develop, evaluate, and improve manufacturing methods, utilizing knowledge of product design, materials and parts, fabrication processes, tooling and production equipment capabilities, assembly methods, and quality control standards.
• Maintain and ensure quality of machined components and finished assemblies by identifying, evaluating, and resolving production, process, and quality problems.
• Recommend improvements for worker efficiency and reduction of waste through striving for True North, restructuring job duties, reorganizing workflow, relocating workstations and equipment to support one-piece flow where applicable.
• Prepare estimates and cost justification for implementation of process improvements including labor, equipment, material costs and assembly capabilities.
• Confer with vendors to determine product specifications for equipment, materials, or parts and evaluate products according to production needs and quality standards.
• Work closely with Design Engineering on product design changes and/or new product development to include evaluation of tooling, fixtures, workflow, and workstations.
• Own and support new product launches.
• Design workflow, workstations, and work cells in accordance with safety, environmental and ergonomic standards.
• Support 80/20 initiatives by prioritizing high-impact processes.
• Assist in the implementation and execution of shop-floor updates from 3P Kaizen event- including rearranging equipment, validating flow, and supporting cross-functional teams during transition.
• Develop, maintain, and improve production routings to provide clear and necessary work instructions to production associates.
• Strive to improve quality and reduce product cost.
• Provide leadership, technical support, and instruction for manufacturing personnel on new assembly and/or machining procedures.
• Assist with work measurement programs and analyzing work samples for developing standards for labor utilization.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in industrial, Manufacturing, or Mechanical Engineering or another relevant engineering discipline is highly desired.
• Education or training in CNC Machining, robotics, and/or test equipment is desired.
• 3+ years of engineering experience in a manufacturing production and/or machining environment with proven success in implementing process or product improvements is preferred.
• Prior experience with mechanical assembly, product testing, electromechanical power transmission technology and standard facility equipment applications is desired.
• Experience using advanced quality tools and/or lean manufacturing concepts is desired.

Critical Competencies

• Demonstrated safety orientation and compliance mindset.
• Demonstrated problem solving and critical thinking skills, including having a continuous improvement, "go and see" mindset and an advocate for driving change.
• Highly productive with a strong sense of urgency and orientation to details, accuracy, and excellent outcomes.
• Results-oriented with a demonstrated ability to be self-directed and self-motivated, effectively manage time and multiple priorities, and meet deliverables promptly.
• A willingness to be flexible and adapt to changes in internal processes, delays, or unexpected events to meet daily customer demand and on-time delivery requirements, including performing any task required to meet department objectives.
• Willingness and ability to work extended hours, including weekends as required to support manufacturing needs.
• Demonstrated understanding of common manufacturing processes, facility equipment, or machinery, including strong knowledge in mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic applications.
• Strong analytical ability to recognize the need for modification of procedures or processes, identify root cause, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions where limited standardization or information exists.
• Strong interpersonal skills which foster teamwork and collaboration and develop high quality working relationships to influence, gain support, and achieve results.

Skills

• Intermediate to advanced level proficiency with CAD and MS Office software applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Intermediate to advanced level proficiency with CAD and MS Office software applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Coverage
• Spending accounts (HSA, Health Care FSA and Dependent Care FSA)
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• 401k Retirement Plan with Matching Employer Contributions
• Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
• Paid Leaves
• Tuition Assistance

About Regal Rexnord

Regal Rexnord is a publicly held global industrial manufacturer with 30,000 associates around the world who help create a better tomorrow by providing sustainable solutions that power, transmit and control motion. The Company’s electric motors and air moving subsystems provide the power to create motion. A portfolio of highly engineered power transmission components and subsystems efficiently transmits motion to power industrial applications. The Company’s automation offering, comprised of controls, actuators, drives, and precision motors, controls motion in applications ranging from factory automation to precision control in surgical tools. The Company’s end markets benefit from meaningful secular demand tailwinds, and include factory automation, food & beverage, aerospace, medical, data center, warehouse, alternative energy, residential and commercial buildings, general industrial, construction, metals and mining, and agriculture. Regal Rexnord is comprised of three operating segments: Industrial Powertrain Solutions, Power Efficiency Solutions, and Automation & Motion Control. Regal Rexnord has offices and manufacturing, sales and service facilities worldwide. For more information, including a copy of our Sustainability Report, visit RegalRexnord.com.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Regal Rexnord is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, ancestry, national origin, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status (unless required by the applicable law or government contract), disability or protected veteran status or any other status or characteristic protected by law. Regal Rexnord is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. We are committed to building a team that represents diverse and inclusive backgrounds, perspectives, and skills.