Manufacturing Engineer II

Job Description

The Manufacturing Engineer II position develops and implements optimal, cost-effective assembly processes and methods in accordance with product specifications and quality standards; recommends and implements improvements to production processes, methods and controls; coordinates manufacturing launches for new or revised products; with the manufacturing manager to ensure standards for manufacturing are maintained.

Responsible for the monitoring and maintenance of technical aspects of the assembly process, the design and/or validation of equipment, and planning the manufacturing processes in a designated area of the manufacturing plant.

• Design of manufacturing systems with the focus on continuous improvement related to quality and throughput capability of the assembly equipment.
• Maintenance of process documentation, including operator instructions / visual aids, PFMEAs, process flow diagrams, and error proofing plans.
• Analysis of proposals for new machinery and equipment.
• Assists / leads in the evaluation and qualification of new machinery and equipment.
• Provides technical support for plant operations.
• Assists / leads the development and implementation of major Capital Appropriations Projects.
• Supports the development of cost estimates for new and major programs, often working from early concept cross sections, concept drawings, concurrent engineering discussions, and evolving assumptions.
• Supports production systems to include continuous improvement, updates to existing equipment to maintain serviceability.
• Familiarity with torquing systems, electrical and hydraulic press applications, automatic assembly, error-proofing, vision systems, and robotic applications.

Experience

• Education Requirement: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience Required Minimum of 3+ years' experience required.
• High level of analytical ability.
• Good written and oral communication skills, including regular and effective communication across functions and with Senior Management.
• The ability to work effectively in a cross functional group setting, including work with Senior Management.
• The ability to work independently, and to coach and mentor others.
• The ability to multitask.
• The ability to consider business impact beyond a specific functional area.
• The ability to provide relevant, essential technical guidance to support Senior Management.
• CAD proficiency (preferably NX and/or AutoCAD).
• Strong computer skills, including MS Office.
• An understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing.
• An understanding of machine tool specifications, construction and maintenance, including the ability to document this knowledge in RFQ packages and Best Practice documents, and to participate in specification revisions.
• Experience with statistical qualification of machinery, equipment, and gages, and the ability to improve and document our methods for completing these tasks.

Preferred Experience

• Experience in working effectively with hourly employees in a manufacturing environment.
• Formal problem-solving training.
• Familiarity with QS and TS quality systems requirements.
• An understanding of lean manufacturing concepts.
• Specific specialized skills, including CNC programming, CMM programming, nutrunner programming, robotic programming, ladder logic, etc.
• An understanding of transmission fundamentals.
• Experience in a manufacturing assembly environment.
• Experience in implementation of major production launches (entire production lines or plants).

  Benefits

  • Choice of medical plans with prescription coverage.
  • Employer HSA contribution.
  • Dental & Vision Insurance.
  • Paid Parental Leave.
  • Short & Long-Term Disability.
  • Other voluntary benefits including: Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Identity Theft Protection and Pet Insurance.
  • 401K with generous Company match & contribution.
  • Accrued Paid Time Off.
  • 12 Paid Holidays + 1 Floating Holiday.
  • Roybust employee wellness program.
  • Tuition assistance program.