$69.70K - $91.50K/yr
Full-time
Posted 13 days ago
Trinity Industries rating
6.5
Based on 19 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
345th of 415 rated machine equipment manufacturers
Job description
What you'll do:
- Evaluate designs and products for ease of manufacturing and compliance with regulatory and contractual standards in terms of material, stability and performance
- Work both independently and closely with manufacturing operations, supply chain, and tooling to optimize designs and assembly process steps for manufacturability
- Be a self-starter in defining all engineering tasks to meet project objectives and have the ability to quickly learn about new processes with very little information provided
- Develop and execute project plans for DFM&A activities
- Create or serve as project leader for production of layouts, specifications, prototype build drawings and bill of materials
- Oversee the production of related models and drawings
- Maintain external relationships with vendors, focusing on the engineering and operating personnel at regarding non-standard components and technical developments
- Work with internal and external customers in optimizing products and processes with quality, performance, production and profitability in mind.
- Ensure design intent is maintained
- Administer the assembly and process execution of NPI for proto, pilot and production builds
What you'll need:
- Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial) required
- 3+ years' experience of engineering procedures and administration; emphasis on railcar design or other large fabrications is preferred
- Demonstrate hands-on mechanical ability
- Extensive working knowledge of heavy manufacturing process and tooling
- Outstanding communication skills - both written and verbal/Bilingual Spanish is plus
- Excellent Microsoft Office skills required
- Ability to multi-task multiple projects of differing scale
- Ability to work in both office and manufacturing facility environments
- Demonstrated ability to execute all phases of product design, prototype development, product analysis and manufacturing processes while conforming to applicable regulatory standards and practices. Knowledge of AAR interchange rules preferred
- Experience in a manufacturing
- Prior engineer position with a custom product, freight and/or tank car production or maintenance preferred
- Knowledge of weld process and industry standards
- Experience in Autodesk AutoCAD and Inventor is preferred
- Experience with Risk assessment, planning, time standard, visuals and standard work
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Frequently asked questions
Q: What skills or qualities help someone succeed as a Manufacturing Industrial Engineer?
A: To succeed as a Manufacturing Industrial Engineer, key technical skills include proficiency in computer-aided design (CAD) software, process simulation tools, and programming languages such as Python or MATLAB, as well as knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and Six Sigma methodologies. Soft skills that contribute to success in this role include strong communication and problem-solving abilities, as well as the capacity to work effectively in a team environment and adapt to changing priorities. By combining these technical and soft skills, Manufacturing Industrial Engineers can drive efficiency, reduce costs, and improve product quality, ultimately supporting career growth and effectiveness in the role.
Q: What is the career path for a Manufacturing Industrial Engineer?
A: A Manufacturing Industrial Engineer's career path typically begins with entry-level roles such as Production Engineer or Process Improvement Specialist, where they apply engineering principles to optimize manufacturing processes and systems. As they gain experience, they progress to mid-level roles like Operations Manager or Manufacturing Engineer, overseeing production planning, quality control, and supply chain management. Senior roles, such as Director of Manufacturing or Plant Manager, involve strategic decision-making, leadership, and overseeing the entire manufacturing operation, with opportunities for skill development in areas like data analytics, lean manufacturing, and Six Sigma.
