Represent Manufacturing interests in design reviews for New Product Development Projects, Engineering changes and Customs to ensure the feasibility and effectiveness of product designs. Ensure DFM/DFA and Lean practices are included at design
Ensure Production readiness for New Product Development Projects, Engineering Changes and Customs for all Engineering and Manufacturing Engineering tasks
Lead the development and implementation of process automation efforts for Production, including the selection, set-up, installation and training of automated equipment
Support electric power systems, motors, drives, programming, industrial controls, HMIs, PLCs & robotics
Establish, document, train and maintain equipment set-up parameters for all special processes (welding, induction soldering, painting, testing, etc.)
Support continuous improvement, problem solving, 5S and Lean initiatives with the design and implementation of mistake-proofing fixtures, tooling and production aides
Provide Manufacturing Engineering support to Materials initiatives through involvement in vendor material and manufacturing process changes, vendor selection and qualification
Requirements
B.S. Engineering or related field, and/or appropriate combination of experience and education
Demonstrated expertise in industrial instrumentation, PLCs, electromechanical assembly, welding, formal problem solving and team facilitation
Experience with electric power systems, motors, drives, programming, industrial controls, HMIs, PLCs & robotics
Experience with soldering, data acquisition, process control systems, electrical engineering, Fieldbus protocols, and technical writing (ideal)
Implementation of new plant design, production / assembly, and processes in multiple locations (US and international) a PLUS
Legal authorization to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future