Manufacturing Engineering Manager - Boonton, NJ

Job Overview

Hubbell's Boonton, NJ location is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Manager to lead the Manufacturing Engineering group for the Utility Automation Business Unit. This role supports electronic circuit board production, electronics system test, large electro-mechanical assembly for medium voltage switchgear products such as Reclosers and Capacitor Switches, and high voltage test operations.

About the Role

Primary functions include management of approximately 5 direct reports, design and implementation of manufacturing processes, maintaining manufacturing documentation, designing fixtures used in the work cells, and execution of necessary continuous improvement and automation projects for the BU.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with Design Engineering team to design manufacturing processes for the launch of new products and product changes.
• All aspects of process design, fixture development, work instruction creation must be covered from design to fabrication to implementation.
• Lead New Product Development activity from a manufacturing standpoint including PFMEA, Quality Control Planning, Measurement Systems design and deployment.
• Participate in cross-functional design reviews with engineering to ensure manufacturability of all designs.
• Own raw material, semi-finished material, and finished goods material setup in ERP system: Set up Bills of Material (BOMs), create new part numbers, establish routing instructions etc.
• Manage ECOs (Engineering-Change-Orders) and CARs (Corrective Action Requests) and modify respective BOMs, Work Instructions and other documentation to fully implement.
• Design solder temperature profiles and other manufacturing related guidance on reflow oven and selective solder processes.
• Champion continuous improvement activities to optimize manufacturing processes through Kaizen events and value stream mapping to reduce cycle time and increase efficiency.
• Drive the principles of lean manufacturing and establish a lean culture to reduce waste and streamline manufacturing processes.
• Provides hands on configuration/diagnosis/repair of a variety of production equipment. Assess new equipment needs, evaluate vendor proposals, recommend solutions and develop capital requests.
• Develop and implement ergonomic changes in the manufacturing setting.
• Collaborate with the Quality Manager to create and maintain Quality Assurance programs throughout the production operation.
• Initiate and drive Root Cause Failure Analysis (RCFA) for process and manufacturing product issues and execute corrective actions.
• Provide technical support/training to direct labor employees.

  Requirements

  • BS in Electrical, Industrial, Mechanical Engineering or similar.
  • 5+ years experience in an Electronics, Electro-Mechanical, or relevant manufacturing environment.
  • Proven track record for handling new product launches through PFMEA assembly line creation, ERP setup work etc.
  • Proven track record of conceptualizing and implementing Test automation framework on the manufacturing floor to reduce takt times and improve process quality.
  • Must be fluent with mechanical 3D CAD package.
  • Must be able to read schematics to troubleshoot board level issues.
  • Experience with Electronics and manufacturing of Printed Circuit Board (PCB) Assemblies.
  • Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
  • An understanding of lean tools and concepts is essential, i.e. time studies, kaizen events, Value Stream Maps, etc.
  • A continuous improvement mindset is critical.
  • Familiarity with ISO 9000.
  • Fluency in one of the Test Automation framework tools (Python, Selenium, Labview, etc.) is a plus.

  Qualifications

  • BS in Electrical, Industrial, Mechanical Engineering or similar.
  • 5+ years experience in an Electronics, Electro-Mechanical, or relevant manufacturing environment.
  • Proven track record for handling new product launches through PFMEA assembly line creation, ERP setup work etc.
  • Proven track record of conceptualizing and implementing Test automation framework on the manufacturing floor to reduce takt times and improve process quality.
  • Must be fluent with mechanical 3D CAD package.
  • Must be able to read schematics to troubleshoot board level issues.
  • Experience with Electronics and manufacturing of Printed Circuit Board (PCB) Assemblies.
  • Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
  • An understanding of lean tools and concepts is essential, i.e. time studies, kaizen events, Value Stream Maps, etc.
  • A continuous improvement mindset is critical.
  • Familiarity with ISO 9000.
  • Fluency in one of the Test Automation framework tools (Python, Selenium, Labview, etc.) is a plus.

  Skills

  • Electrical, Industrial, Mechanical Engineering or similar.
  • Manufacturing Processes.
  • ERP System Management.
  • Test Automation Framework.
  • Lean Manufacturing.
  • Quality Assurance Programs.
  • Root Cause Failure Analysis.
  • Technical Support.

  Benefits

  Hubbell Incorporated offers competitive benefits including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off. Hubbell is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued and respected. Hubbell is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

  Pay

  The salary range for this position is $70,000 - $120,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications.

  Schedule

  The schedule for this role is typically Monday through Friday, with occasional evening and weekend work required for special projects.

  Supporting Documents

  Hubbell Incorporated is an EO Employer AA: M/F/Veteran/Disability. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other protected class. The above summary of position responsibilities and requirements is not intended, and should not be construed, to be an exhaustive list of duties, skills, efforts, physical requirements, or working conditions associated with the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of those principal position elements essential for making decisions related to position performance, employee development, and compensation.