Manufacturing Engineer (Tooling and Fixture Design)

About the role

We are currently looking for a Manufacturing Engineer to join our team at Emerson Discrete Automation in Aiken, South Carolina.

Responsibilities

• Work “hands-on” with assembly operations in the production of fluid and pneumatic control products, and valve products used with air, water, compressed liquids, and gases.
• Be responsible for problem-solving and fixing within the Valve and Actuator assembly departments, including pneumatic, electronic, and PLC-controlled test equipment.
• Support of product assembly, including root cause analysis through fixing processes of component assembly and testing.
• Source capital equipment for replacement equipment or new projects.
• Create part routings.
• Quote components for internal costing.
• Support new product development, pilot runs, and product launches, and existing product localization and development of work cells.
• Validate/create assembly procedures and product performance.
• Lead/create PFMEA, Process Flow Charts, and Assembly Procedures.
• Test products and verify the level of compliance using either laboratory or production equipment while supporting activities related to customer returns and corrective actions.
• Use appropriate systems to document change approvals when required.
• Implement Perfect Execution, continuous improvement, and lean manufacturing practices.
• Support/lead cost reduction projects.
• Obey all safety rules and stop work if continuing is unsafe or will create an unsafe condition.
• Report all safety concerns immediately.
• Perform other tasks as assigned by the manager.

Qualifications

• BS Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field of study.
• 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in Tooling and Fixture Design.
• Ability to read Blueprint and GD&T familiarity.
• Experience with mechanical and electrical components, and industrial engineering applications.
• Hands-on experience and knowledge of manufacturing assembly equipment and ability to fix using root cause analysis.
• Strong mechanical abilities, fixing experience with root cause analysis.
• Possess excellent communication skills.
• Act with utmost integrity, professionalism and positive demeanor.
• Must be a great teammate and lead by example.

Skills

• Ability to program, and troubleshoot PLCs.
• Strong organizational ability, communication (written and oral), interpersonal, engineering drawing skills, and computer skills including Auto CAD and/or CREO as well as Microsoft office.
• Knowledge of 5S+1, lean manufacturing practices and continuous improvements.
• Strong understanding of tooling, machining, and equipment building principles.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, and more.
• Flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.
• Opportunities for career development and growth through award-winning employee development programs.

Pay

Compensation is commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Full-time position.