Senior Project & Manufacturing Engineer

About Us

Hobson & Motzer is now part of Vantedge Medical! Vantedge Medical is the premier metals-based med-tech solutions partner from concept to full-scale manufacturing. We specialize in the development and manufacturing of vital components for medical markets such as Robotic Assisted Surgery, Orthopedics, Surgical Instruments, Dental, and more. Our teams collaborate and problem-solve to serve the manufacturing needs of the top Medical Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) globally. With a steadfast commitment to advancing medical technology, we operate two manufacturing plants in Durham, CT (headquarters) and an Advanced Manufacturing Center in Wallingford, CT.

About This Opportunity

This position develops and communicates technical requirements for implementing efficient, economical manufacturing processes. You will resolve manufacturing problems, mentor other engineers, and lead continuous improvement projects.

Responsibilities

• Identify, document, and communicate customer requirements, both documented and verbal.
• Manage projects according to documented procedures to ensure project scope and product requirements are met, including prompt and concise reporting of details, target conditions, actions, and results with due dates.
• Develop and implement effective, economical manufacturing processes according to customer needs and cost standards.
• Research and deploy new technologies in support of the business plan.
• Evaluate and resolve manufacturing problems using scientific thinking and methods in a timely manner.
• Plan, schedule, and facilitate formal and informal review meetings at suitable project stages.
• Coordinate process/product validation activities, including customer approval.
• Communicate with customers on technical issues related to assigned projects/products as required.
• Coordinate project activities with internal and external functions.
• Work with Quality for planning new projects and engineering changes.
• Monitor, analyze, and coordinate improvement activities for assigned production products and processes.
• Develop and create written documentation for manufacturing processes, instructions, and purchase specifications.
• Interact effectively with company personnel at all levels.
• Maintain a professional attitude and presence when dealing with customers.
• Meet departmental goals as directed.
• Lead and develop teams for problem-solving and continuous improvement projects.
• Understand and follow all quality system procedures.
• Collaborate with coworkers in continuous improvement activities and the idea system.
• Maintain an organized, clean, and safe work environment following 6S standards.
• Follow all H&M procedures and policies.
• Use correct PPE per JHAs and job description.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Ability to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.
• Bachelor’s degree (B.S.) or Associate’s degree (A.S.) with a minimum of ten (10) years of related experience and/or training.
• Experience with gauging, methods/design, and geometric tolerancing.
• Experience with use and calibration of measuring equipment.
• Knowledge of documentation design and control.
• Strong leadership and judgment skills.
• Superior written and verbal communication skills.
• Methodical, organized work habits.
• Drive, initiative, and strong follow-through.
• Dependability and stability.
• Problem-solving ability using scientific methodology.