Manufacturing (Machining) Engineer

The Manufacturing [Machining] Engineer will support current production systems and future improvements in safety, quality, cost, and cycle time. The position will also coordinate and direct projects, make detailed plans to accomplish goals and direct the integration of technical activities, such as, process improvements, equipment installation/modification, and material system development. Successful candidates will achieve results in solving technical problems, improving existing processes, and supporting customer focused programs. There will be opportunities to get hands-on experience in a wide range of manufacturing and engineering disciplines.

Job Responsibilities:

• Help evolve technical machining center(s) and product machining definition in production facility
• Identify, design, and implement process improvements in assigned areas of responsibility using CNC, Lean/Six Sigma tools and GD&T
• Provide technical support for 7x24 manufacturing facility in assigned areas of responsibility
• Analyze technology requirements, resource needs, and schedules to assess and plan project execution
• Perform root cause analysis for failure investigations and other data analysis tasks, make data-driven decisions
• Support non-conformance program and implement preventive actions
• Write periodic reports or oral presentations to management and customers on specific projects
• Design and develop new equipment for future production systems
• Conduct Design Reviews to justify CAPEX equipment upgrades and machine replacement
• Ensure that health and safety policies are followed
• Apply quality standards to ensure compliance with certification requirements in plant applications
• Work with internal and external customers to develop and qualify process changes and provide technical services

What we need from you:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, or closely related discipline
• Experience with Machine Scheduling, Standards and Capacity Reporting
• 8+ years of related machining experience in manufacturing
• Experience with GD&T, Product or Tool Design and Engineering drawing approval standards
• Expertise with CNC, Conventional Machining and process capability
• Demonstrated results in technical problem solving
• Strong work ethic
• Excellent attention to detail
• Strong oral and written communication skills

Preferred:

• Experience with industrial tools and equipment preferred
• Experience in aerospace/composites, textiles or industrial engineering systems would distinguish the candidate
• Familiarity with Lean manufacturing principles desired
• Interest and knowledge in composites and ceramics
• Experience in thermal processing