Manufacturing Engineer - SRC Automotive

About the role

SRC Automotive, Inc. is a leader in the remanufacturing of engines used in the Automotive, Marine, Natural Gas & Oil, and Power Systems industries. As a Manufacturing Engineering Technician, you will design production tools and machines, develop solutions to production problems, and support new programs by creating new processes, designing tooling and machinery, and developing production controls.

Responsibilities

• Participate in decisions regarding the manufacturability and production of new product lines.
• Work with Production, Sales, and Materials to establish and revise production standards.
• Review and improve facility layout and product flow.
• Coordinate with Quality, Production, Sales, and customers on new product launches.
• Assist maintenance with machine/tool installation.
• Set up new equipment and ensure its satisfactory operation.
• Train production personnel on new equipment operation and processes.
• Recommend and implement new processes, controls, and manufacturing methods.
• Stay informed about new manufacturing technology and equipment, and investigate their potential applications.
• Follow engineering processes to maintain IATF 16949:2016 certification and other quality standards.
• Assist the Capital Budgeting process and evaluate new and potential capital equipment.
• Develop and maintain Python-based scripts and applications to automate engineering tasks, collect and analyze production data, interface with manufacturing equipment, and improve process monitoring and troubleshooting.
• Support the programming, integration, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement of PLC-controlled manufacturing equipment and automation systems.
• Use 3D printing/additive manufacturing to rapidly develop prototypes, fixtures, gauges, tooling, and other manufacturing aids; evaluate appropriate materials and printing methods for production applications.
• Integrate, configure, and troubleshoot machine vision systems for inspection, measurement, error-proofing, part identification, and automated process control.
• Other responsibilities as assigned.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

Work is performed in both an office setting and a manufacturing environment. Regular exposure to machining equipment, moving mechanical parts, noise, and varying temperatures should be expected. The physical demands include standing, walking, bending, reaching, climbing, and using hands to handle tools and equipment. The employee must occasionally lift or move up to 50 pounds and work both at a computer workstation and on the manufacturing floor throughout the day.

Qualifications

• BS/BA in Engineering, Manufacturing Technology, or related discipline.
• Five years of experience in Manufacturing Engineering or Product Development.
• Five years of Manufacturing experience.
• Knowledge of mechanical principles, machining practices, properties of metals, and application of mathematics and dimensions to production machinery and tooling.
• Ability to mentally visualize and comprehend all aspects of manufacturing equipment or tooling problems, understand interrelationships of factors affecting a given situation, and be attentive to detail.
• Capability to integrate existing methods with new innovations to economically solve production problems in a timely manner.
• Experience working within a Quality System; IATF 16949:2016 preferred.
• Strong technical knowledge of Marine and Automotive powertrain products.
• Experience in product flow, plant layout, assembly/machining equipment, and continuous improvement systems.
• Experience with Python programming for manufacturing automation, data acquisition, data analysis, equipment communication, or engineering productivity tools.
• Experience with industrial PLCs, including programming, I/O troubleshooting, controls integration, and communication with automated equipment; experience with common PLC platforms is preferred.
• Hands-on experience with 3D printing/additive manufacturing for prototyping, fixtures, gauges, tooling, or production support applications.
• Experience with industrial machine vision systems, including camera, lighting, lens, inspection-tool setup, integration, calibration, and troubleshooting.
• Proficient in Windows environments with working knowledge of word processing, PowerPoint, spreadsheets, email, and web-enabled applications.
• Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to multi-task by balancing/prioritizing 5-10 projects/cases at any given time.
• Effective relationship management skills with co-workers in a team environment and with customers/prospects in an engineering sales and support context.
• Effective time management skills, personal conduct, and change management abilities.
• Desire to expand personal competencies and capabilities through training and education.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation package with opportunity for career growth and promotion from within.
• Affordable and comprehensive insurance starting on your 61st day of employment.
• Bonus opportunity up to 13% based on financial goals of the company.
• Paid Time Off Program and 11 paid holidays.
• 5% 401(k) match.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
• 100% Tuition Reimbursement.
• Fitness Center and Wellness Program with free mental health resources.

SRC operates with an open-book management system, The Great Game of Business®, empowering employee-owners to think, act, and feel like owners through education, empowerment, and engagement.