Manufacturing/Process Engineer (CNC Machining)

Starting base salary range of $90,000 to $115,000, depending on experience.

About the role

At Leupold & Stevens, our passion for innovation and quality is legendary in our industry. We have an exciting opportunity for a manufacturing engineering expert to support the execution of our technical vision. Areas of support include new product development, process development, and sustaining efforts in manufacturing. This is a hands-on role where you'll collaborate cross-functionally to relentlessly explore improvements, new processes, new materials, and new technologies that make Leupold the world's choice for sporting optics.

As a member of the Manufacturing Development Engineering (MDE) team, you'll support initiatives tied to new product development (NPD) and ongoing production. At its core, the MDE team is the engine for manufacturing technology and innovation, including the constant search for opportunities to provide step changes in manufacturing capability and efficiency. In this role, you'll drive key projects in process efficiency, automation, process control, variability reduction, incoming and outgoing material characterization, and equipment definition by understanding process challenges, opportunities, and limitations.

When Leupold & Stevens states our products are "Designed, Machined, and Assembled in the USA," it is largely due to our relentless focus on manufacturing innovation. This has been at the heart of our company for over 118 years. We manufacture our products in Beaverton, Oregon, setting us apart from others. This role is at the center of protecting that legacy by ensuring future products continue to outperform, out inspire, and outlast all others in the field.

Responsibilities

• Consult on engineering projects related to new product introductions, product redesigns, and process improvements (CNC milling).
• Provide technical input and support to production teams.
• Independently research, justify, and initiate designs for tooling, gauges, manufacturing, and assembly systems.
• Ensure product quality and conformance to specifications.
• Consult on and troubleshoot complex production processes requiring straightforward technical solutions for both internal and vendor-supplied components.
• Partner with team members on applying state-of-the-art technologies for manufacturing components, assembly processes, and Lean manufacturing techniques.
• Monitor and execute the development of new components or assemblies.
• Design and develop moderately complex tools and fixtures to enhance manufacturing (CNC milling/assembly operations).
• Negotiate product component designs to accommodate cost-effective technologies.
• Provide support and guidance to Manufacturing Engineering Technicians in developing CNC processes and test criteria for manufactured components.
• Create and document standard work and procedures within the Manufacturing and Assembly areas.
• Evaluate machinery and manufacturing capital requirements, establish financial impact, and perform cost justification to ensure cost-effectiveness of new equipment.
• Participate in process improvement projects with cross-functional team members. May lead small stand-alone projects or segments of larger projects.
• Interact with suppliers, vendors, consultants, and contract engineers to obtain services or support.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering or a closely related field, plus 3-5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably in tool design, machine technology, and CNC parts manufacturing.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Knowledge and experience in manufacturing with exposure to CNC machining/programming (5-axis milling preferred).
• Working knowledge of project management, new product introduction, demand flow, lean manufacturing, quality control, and ergonomics methodologies and applications.
• Working knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T), product costing, labor standards, statistics, process flow analysis, and problem-solving.
• Demonstrated ability to write and effectively present information and respond to questions from managers as well as technical and non-technical professionals.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, organizational, and project management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively across functions to achieve outcomes that support business objectives.
• Ability to effectively use and apply company-approved software and office equipment to process and accomplish job-related tasks.

Work Environment

Work is performed in a normal office environment with exposure to the manufacturing environment.

Benefits

• Affordable health and dental insurance
• Strong commitment to training and professional development, including an internal skills development program for all manufacturing team members
• Generous tuition reimbursement program
• Company contributions up to 8% of base pay into a 401K retirement account
• Profit sharing
• Great product discounts

Pay

Starting base salary range of $90,000 to $115,000, depending on experience.